Erasing Hard Drive for Recycling PC

nomad_spirit · 06-25-2004, 05:21 PM

Howdy-
i need to erase the hard drive of a pc so that i can recycle it - here in Los Angeles.

I know this has been discussed before, but I can't find the thread.

what software do I use to erase everything on my pC?

and if someone knows of a pc recycling place in LA that would be a big help.

DaFunkyUnit · 06-25-2004, 05:41 PM

type

"format c:" (without the quotes)
then hit enter.

Tommy Boomfiger · 06-26-2004, 01:38 AM

If you need to get rid of sensitive data try a program like AutoClave or DBAN.

Markel · 06-27-2004, 08:24 PM

If you are serious about being sure that any personal information can't be recovered from the computer, forget the "format c:" suggestion, unless it is just the first step. I would suggest:
1) Reformat (to be sure of getting rid of personal data in the registry, etc.)
2) Re-install basic OS (as long as you are giving up the license)
3) Run a wipe utility as suggested in this thread: http://www.gotapex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=67760 (erasing contents on harddrive forever.)

06-25-2004, 05:21 PM	#1
nomad_spirit Lieutenant Junior Grade Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: The Golden State Posts: 115	Erasing Hard Drive for Recycling PC Howdy- i need to erase the hard drive of a pc so that i can recycle it - here in Los Angeles. I know this has been discussed before, but I can't find the thread. what software do I use to erase everything on my pC? and if someone knows of a pc recycling place in LA that would be a big help.

06-25-2004, 05:41 PM	#2
DaFunkyUnit Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: the peanut gallery Posts: 3,909	type "format c:" (without the quotes) then hit enter. __________________

06-27-2004, 08:24 PM	#4
Markel Chief of Naval Operations Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 11,733	If you are serious about being sure that any personal information can't be recovered from the computer, forget the "format c:" suggestion, unless it is just the first step. I would suggest: 1) Reformat (to be sure of getting rid of personal data in the registry, etc.) 2) Re-install basic OS (as long as you are giving up the license) 3) Run a wipe utility as suggested in this thread: http://www.gotapex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=67760 (erasing contents on harddrive forever.) __________________ stay low... keep moving...

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06-26-2004, 01:38 AM	#3
Tommy Boomfiger Rear Admiral Lower Half Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Chi town Posts: 2,348	If you need to get rid of sensitive data try a program like AutoClave or DBAN.

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