Better Eerasing
The Digital Shredder utilises “Secure Erase”, the safest and fastest technology to date, to delete the data. The shredder is user-friendly, thanks to the touchscreen and the intuitive design. No need for lengthy set-up and training processes.
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Safe and fast.
The Digital Shredder is very user-friendly and takes up little space as it requires almost no peripherals. Thanks to the touchscreen and the intuitive design, the set-up and training times are minimal. The device was designed for field service. You can store the Digital Shredder and its components easily in the optionally available hard-top case. The shredder is quick to assemble due to its compact design. The Digital Shredder is ideal for mobile technical support staff, or for businesses with several branches without central IT departments. |
SECURE ERASE:
The Digital Shredder utilises “Secure Erase”, the safest and fastest technology to date, to delete the data. This is an algorithm embedded in the firmware of modern ATA/IDE and SATA hard disks; it was developed to erase data from hard disks beyond forensic recovery. The National Security Agency (NSA) initiated the development, which was then carried out by the Center for Magnetic Recording Research (CMRR) at the University of California.
THE ADVANTAGES:
- Secure Erase cannot be activated in normal operating mode. This prevents activation by accident or by a virus.
- The erasing process also reliably erases defective sectors on the hard drive that overwriting software, for example, cannot detect.
- On average, Secure Erase is 8 times faster than software that overwrites in triplicate.
- Once the Secure Erase has been completed, the hard disk sends a confirmation code to the Digital Shredder, providing total process reliability.
- The US guidelines on media disposal describe Secure Erase as “safer than overwriting”. According to these guidelines, Secure Erase is more effective than any overwriting process, no matter how often it is repeated. This method is as safe, if not safer than, the demagnetising process assessed by the NSA.
- If Secure Erase is not possible because the hard disk is too old, the Digital Shredder will detect this and automatically offer an alternative: overwriting the data three times.
EFFICIENCY AND USER-FRIENDLINESS
If the hard disk is suitable for Secure Erase, the Digital Shredder is much faster than overwriting software. On average, the program is 8 times faster than a triple overwriting process, and 18 times faster than a seven-cycle overwriting process. With its three drives, the device provides a considerable performance.
Thanks to the LED indicators, it is not necessary to monitor the machine or read the display to determine the processing status. All you need is a clear view of the device. A quick look over your shoulder will provide you with the status of all three drives, so there's no need to get up or interrupt your work.
RECONDITIONINGOnce a hard drive has been wiped, the Digital Shredder can recondition it so it can be used again. It can format and partition the hard disk, or it can create an image from a master. OPERATING SAFETYSafety from the first step: The device is protected from misuse by unauthorised persons by a user name and password. An administrator controls the access. DATA PROTECTIONMany companies outsource the disposal of their hard disks. However, giving sensitive data to third parties is problematic for two reasons: First, there is no control over company information or the erasing process itself. | Second, it results in additional internal storage and safety problems, as the hard disks have to be stored safely until collection. The Digital Shredder erases hard disks on location and therefore provides the best possible data protection. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONOld hard disks end up as hazardous waste. Sometimes, hard disks have to be erased before they have reached the end of their life cycle. The Digital Shredder formats hard disks so they can be used again. This is a quick, simple and safe contribution to environmental protection. |
