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Using Erase All Memory

1Disconnect communication cables connected to the machine.

2Log in as the machine administrator from the control panel.

3Press [System Settings].

4Press [Administrator Tools].

5Press [Down arrow keyNext] twice.

6Press [Erase All Memory].

Operation panel screen illustration

7Select the method of erasing.

If you select [NSA], [DoD], [BSI/VSITR], [Secure Erase], or [Format], proceed to Step 10.

If you select [Random Numbers], proceed to Step 8.

8Press [Change].

9Enter the number of times that you want to overwrite using the number keys, and then press [Sharp].

10Press [Erase].

11Press [Yes].

Operation panel screen illustration

12When erasing is completed, press [Exit], and then turn off the main power.

For details about turning off the main power, see "Turning On/Off the Power", Getting Started.

Note

  • If the main power switch is turned off before "Erase All Memory" is completed, overwriting will start over when the main power switch is turned back on.

  • If an error occurs before overwriting is completed, turn off the main power. Turn it on again, and then repeat from Step 2.

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