Formatting my intel SSD

chiefcrust · 12 Dec 2012 at 17:53

Hi all,

I'll be installing Windows 8 on my intel SSD drive but first I need to wipe it clean, is just a normal format during the Windows 8 setup process ok or do I need to do a secure erase using the intel SSD toolbox software?

Many thanks.

StarmanUK · 12 Dec 2012 at 18:03

As with SSDs in general a complete secure erase is considered best.

Phil2008 · 12 Dec 2012 at 18:18

Yeah I always do a secure erase before reinstalling or restoring windows

chiefcrust · 12 Dec 2012 at 18:58

Secure erase it is then, thanks for the advice