Just wondering what is the best way to low-level format an SSD? I'm sending one back and don't want my details accessible by the next person who might plug it in. Or at least try and significantly lessen the chances of that happening!
I've run 7 security passes through it (zero-ing?) but I've read that SSD's 'wear-leveling' may mean that the data isn't wiped, as it would be with a traditional hard drive.
I had a quick search around on Google and on the forums - There seems to be a lot of conflicting opinions and some Windows based programs have been recommended but I'm currently stuck with OS X and just wondering if 7 passes will have been enough.
Thanks for any help
I've run 7 security passes through it (zero-ing?) but I've read that SSD's 'wear-leveling' may mean that the data isn't wiped, as it would be with a traditional hard drive.
I had a quick search around on Google and on the forums - There seems to be a lot of conflicting opinions and some Windows based programs have been recommended but I'm currently stuck with OS X and just wondering if 7 passes will have been enough.
Thanks for any help