Hard drives are some of the most popular storage devices. Every computer has an internal hard drive, with external HDDs available for additional storage space. Whether you are upgrading your office equipment, or removing faulty devices from your workplace, you’ll want to make sure all data is removed beforehand.
Simply deleting the data isn’t enough. Traces can remain on your hard drive, which means that hackers and thieves can steal your data. Your business may not be as secure as you’d like. How can degaussers help? Keep reading to find out.
What is a degausser and how does it work?
A degausser is a machine that disrupts and eliminates the magnetic fields used to store information on disks and tapes. This makes any remaining data unreadable so your sensitive information cannot be recovered. Degaussers work on most types of media, and are one of the best ways to protect data.
What does and doesn’t a degausser work on?
Degaussers use a controlled magnetic field to remove information and make any remaining information unreadable. This means that, while it is an effective data destruction method, it may not work with all storage devices.
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Degaussers work on |
Degaussers don’t work on |
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✔ Hard Disk Drives (HDD) |
✘ Solid-State Drives (SSD) |
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✔ Digital Magnetic Tapes (LTO, DLT) |
✘ FLASH NAND Technology-based Electronic Chips |
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✔ Floppy Disks |
✘ Compact Disks (CDs) |
Does your business need a degausser?
Whether your business needs a degausser will depend on the type of storage device you use. If you want to destroy data from a HDD, then a degausser is ideal. They come in a range of styles, from portable degaussing wands to full-sized HDD shredders with built-in degaussers to make retrieving any sensitive data harder than ever.
Note: Degaussing a drive will demagnetize the storage device. This means that the device cannot be used in the future to store data. It should not be used to wipe a drive before passing the drive on to a new user. Degaussing is recommended only when you no longer intend to store data on the drive, or you are disposing of the drive.
How to choose a hard drive degausser
Our hard drive degausser machines make retrieving information from hard drives impossible, keeping your data secure. It can be challenging to decide on a degausser, so here are three different areas to consider when making your purchase.
Degausser brands
At Whitaker Brothers, we stock the most reputable brands in the data destruction industry. If there is a particular brand you trust, it makes sense to choose their degaussers. Look into degaussers from the following brands:
GSA and NSA-listed degaussers
If you are looking for government pricing or the highest security solutions, you are in the right place. As a GSA Advantage supplier, we stock GSA multimedia destruction devices to suit your organization needs.
We also have a collection of NSA-listed degaussers which have been independently evaluated to meet or exceed NSA guidelines for data destruction. If your business is in a highly regulated industry, an NSA-listed degausser will give you a peace of mind.
Degaussers for all budgets
Pricing is often a key factor when purchasing data destruction equipment. Many of the degaussers on the lower end of the budget tend to be portable, making them easier to move around your organization. However, higher-end machines will include additional features such as a conveyor system or storage boxes. Choose your price range below to find the best degausser for your budget.
Rent a degausser from Whitaker Brothers
Degaussing can be a significant business expense, and if it isn’t something you need to do regularly, buying a degausser may not make financial sense. At Whitaker Brothers, we offer degausser rental. This is ideal for businesses without intensive degaussing needs, or for those organizations interested in trying a degausser before investing in one.
Renting a degausser is more secure than sending drives off-site, as it ensures all data destruction is handled by your team. It also gives you the chance to rent an NSA-approved degausser, enabling you to meet government destruction standards. Find out more about degaussing and renting degaussers by contacting our team.
