In data centers, swapping failed drives from a host system with new ones is a standard process for optimal operation of storage arrays and servers. Failed drives are typically stored, physically destroyed or sent back to OEMs with data intact, but these approaches present problems.
Stored or shipped drives are vulnerable to data breaches if a drive is lost or stolen. Physical destruction may not provide tamper-proof reports for regulatory compliance and can accumulate costs from not exercising OEM drive warranties.
For secure and cost-effective operations, data centers should fully erase failed drives on-site for safe transport to the OEM. Turnkey hardware appliances that use advanced data erasure software to sanitize failed drives offer data centers enhanced security, cost savings, regulatory compliance and an efficient data disposal process.
Data Erasure Technology: Ensuring Security, Savings and Compliance
