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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about erase methods focus on secure erasing SSDs, particularly whether a full secure erase wipes all partitions including the System Reserved partition. Users seek clarity on how different erase methods affect drive structure and data removal. The tag covers practical questions about SSD sanitization, partition handling, and the effectiveness of various erase techniques in Windows environments.
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    Windows 7 When you secure erase entire SSD; do you wipe out the whole drive or "System Reserved" is untouched?

    When you secure erase entire SSD; do you wipe out the whole drive (all partitions); or "System Reserved" partition is untouched?
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    • data recovery data wiping disk cleanup drive health erase methods partition performance secure erase security ssd storage system reserved windows
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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