Physical Disk Format

The format disk dialog does a quick format of the specified disk. It also clears all encryption settings and partitions from the specified device. Optionally one can scrub the specified device using a DoD or other multi-pass secure format process.

Note: Choosing the Shred Data option can significantly impact time requirements.

Navigation: Storage Management --> Physical Disks --> Physical Disk --> Format (toolbar)

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