![]() Self Encrypting and Hardware encryption really depend on the actual hardware that host it so I understand why the manufacturer tool would be best. I assumed the OP was using TrueCrypt so no need of hardware encryption unless the OP had that enabled and didn't know that. Yes, you are correct on the sense of hardware encryption. Add better description of the encryption process. And try using using the hdparm programme in Linux, though no guarantee because all SSD manufactures designs are different and you are totally dependent on the SSD hardware and software design for what info is stored where and how to work with it.Īnother thought that I had was to try working on the SSDs on a very old PC with an old BIOS as may allow more actions on the SSD.ĮDIT. And if that does not work and it is an expensive SSD, try sending it back to them if the charge is not to much. Opens a new window It will be interesting to see what others know about the topic.Īs in my last post, I think the Manufactures tools would be favourite to try first. Here is something of a description for Intel SSDs. I tried the same with an Intel 530 SSD with BIOS password set and it was inaccessible in other computers.Ĭan't say I fully understand the technology but encryption appears to be automatically built in and will be in addition to the TrueCrypt protection. ![]() I had to send it to Samsung for reset after Samsung Magician failed to reset it. I took out that drive and connected it to multiple other computers and none could access the drive. The encryption doesn't change that may be true with software encryption, but it is not true for a drive encrypted via BIOS hard disk password.at least not for a Samsung EVO 850 in a Dell Latitude E6410. I am surprised that a drive encrypted with TrueCrypt would let one even access the drive at all.Įncrypted drives are accessible from other devices or OS as hardware devices so you can actually format them or wipe them. Use the manufacturer's own tool to secure erase the drive in a few seconds, restoring it to a ready-to-use state. If you get into difficulties with the wiping then go to the manufactures Web Site and use their techniques and tools for the job such as:
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