Asus Ez Flash 3 Utility; Secure Erase - Asus ROG STRIX X370-F Gaming Manual

3.9 Tool menu
The Tool menu items allow you to conſ gure options for special functions. Select an item then
press <Enter> to display the submenu.
3.9.1

ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility

This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a conſ rmation
message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press
<Enter> to conſ rm your choice.
For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3.
3.9.2

Secure Erase

SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing.
Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance
levels.
Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click
Advanced > SATA Conſ guration > SATA Mode > AHCI.
To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu.
Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may
become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.
The time to erase the contents of your SSD may take a while depending on its size. Do not
turn off the system during the process.
Displays the
available SSDs
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