Since the Write Zero method is useful, how to conduct it exactly? Learn detailed steps below:. To write zeros to a hard drive so as to erase all the data, you can format the drive in a special way using the format command from the Command Prompt. Follow the instructions below:. You can change the drive letter and file system based on your need.
Tips: Formatting a drive of any size may take a long time. The lager the drive is, the longer time it will take. Once the prompt returns, repeat the above steps for any other partitions on this physical hard drive.
You can skip this step if there is only one partition on the hard drive. As you see, the process of zero-filling a hard drive via Command Prompt is really complicated and time-consuming. Is there a simpler way? Step 2. Step 3. Under each Manufacturer in the list below are the instructions in the respective links for you to follow on how to use their Recovery Partition.
HP — Press F11 repeatedly. Release the keys when a message displays that Windows is loading files. If you can not find any reference to it, contact the Manufacturer for advice on how to make those Recovery Disks. If it does require phone Activation, do not follow the Auto Prompts , but hold on for a real person to explain to as to what has been done for re-installation purposes.
I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. LemP Volunteer Moderator. Archived Forums. Windows 7 Installation, Setup, and Deployment. Sign in to vote. I want to do zero out my hard disk. Monday, March 3, AM. It depends in the target goal.
Do you want use disk or damage it? There are third party tool for safe wipe. Hi, Milos provied some good suggestions. Hope it helps.
Tuesday, March 4, AM. To write zero to your hard disk, you can make use of Diskpart command.
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