Quantum DXi6900 User Manual page 372

Chapter 10: Utilities
Secure Shred
Figure 239: Secure Shred Page
To securely erase data on the DXi6900:
1. Delete the data you want to securely erase:
Delete files on NAS shares, or delete the shares (see
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Delete backup images on OST logical storage units (LSUs), or delete the LSUs and storage servers
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(see OST Configuration on page
Recycle (erase) tape cartridges on VTL partitions, or delete the partitions (see
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page 220).
2. Run space reclamation from the Utilities > Space Reclamation page (see
page 363).
3. Make sure all replication and backup jobs are completed (see
4. On the Secure Shred page, click Start Shred.
A warning message displays.
5. Click Yes.
The system reboots and begins the secure shred process. This process can take multiple days to
complete.
6. To check the status of secure shred, log onto the DXi6900 to view the limited Secure Shred Mode
interface (see Figure 240 on the next
The Secure File Shred Log displays details about the secure shred progress. Click Hide to hide
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the log.
To cancel the secure shred process, click Cancel. The DXi reboots and resumes normal operation.
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When the secure shred process is complete, the Reboot button displays.
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Note: You must log on as an Admin user to cancel secure shred or reboot the system.
Quantum DXi6900 User's Guide
NAS Configuration on page
246).
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VTL Configuration on
Space Reclamation on
Replication on page 130).
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