Logicube ZX-Tower User manual

Logicube ZX-Tower™ User Manual I
ZX-Tower™ (ZX-T) User’s Manual
Logicube, Inc.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
USA
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Version: 2.0u3
Date11/13/2018
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LOGICUBE MAKES EVERY EFFORT TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION OF ITS PRODUCTS. HOWEVER, THE
PURCHASER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING THAT THE OUTPUT OF A LOGICUBE PRODUCT MEETS THE
PURCHASER’S REQUIREMENTS. THE PURCHASER FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IMPROPER
OPERATION OF LOGICUBE PRODUCTS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF DATA, DEFECTIVE FORMATTING, OR

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DEFECTIVE DATA LOADING. LOGICUBE WILL MAKE EFFORTS TO SOLVE OR REPAIR ANY PROBLEMS
IDENTIFIED BY PURCHASER, EITHER UNDER THE WARRANTY SET FORTH BELOW OR ON A TIME AND
MATERIALS BASIS.
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DOES NOT APPLY TO: PRODUCTS DAMAGED DUE TO PHYSICAL ABUSE, MISHANDLING, ACCIDENT,
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DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. IF A PRODUCT IS HAS BECOME OBSOLETE OR IS NO LONGER SUPPORTED BY
LOGICUBE THE PRODUCT MAY BE REPLACED WITH AN EQUIVALENT OR SUCCESSOR PRODUCT AT
LOGICUBE’S DISCRETION. THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO THE END PURCHASER OF LOGICUBE
PRODUCTS. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO, AND IS NOT FOR THE BENEFIT OF, RESELLERS OR
DISTRIBUTORS OF LOGICUBE PRODUCTS. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED IN WRITING BY LOGICUBE, NO
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RECEIVED BY LOGICUBE WITHOUT AN RMA# WILL BE REFUSED AND RETURNED TO PURCHASER. THE
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([e-mail]) OR VIA PHONE AT [phone] OPT. 3 TO OBTAIN A VALID RMA#.
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TO LOGICUBE ISSUING AN RMA#. THE PURCHASER MUST PROVIDE THE PRODUCT MODEL, SERIAL
NUMBER, PURCHASER NAME AND ADDRESS, EMAIL ADDRESS AND A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM
WITH AS MUCH DETAIL AS POSSIBLE. AT LOGICUBE’S SOLE AND ABSOLUTE DISCRETION, REASONABLE
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
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Table of Contents
ZX-TOWER™ (ZX-T) USER’S MANUAL---5.6.2............................................................................I
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.....................................................I
LOGICUBE DISCLAIMER....................................................................................................................................I
WARRANTY...................................................................................................................................................I
ROHS CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE ...............................................................................................................III
LOGICUBE TECHNICAL SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION ...................................................................................III
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................. I
1: INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................ 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION TO THE LOGICUBE ZX-TOWER ............................................................................................1
1.1 FEATURES.............................................................................................................................................1
1.2 IN THE BOX...........................................................................................................................................2
1.3 OPTIONS ..............................................................................................................................................2
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................................................3
2: GETTING STARTED............................................................................................................ 4
2.0 OVERVIEW OF THE ZX-T..........................................................................................................................4
2.1 TURNING THE ZX-T ON AND OFF...............................................................................................................6
2.2 CONNECTING 3.5” SERIAL ATA (SATA) AND SERIAL ATTACHED SCSI (SAS) DRIVES.........................................6
2.3 CONNECTING USB DRIVES ......................................................................................................................7
2.4 LEDS...................................................................................................................................................7
2.5 CONNECTING OTHER DRIVE TYPES .............................................................................................................7
2.6 THE USER INTERFACE ..............................................................................................................................8
2.7 TOUCH SCREEN......................................................................................................................................9
2.8 HDMI .................................................................................................................................................9
2.8 USB FLASH DRIVE (LOCATED IN THE BACK OF THE ZX-T) ...............................................................................9
3: QUICK START ................................................................................................................. 10
3.0 QUICK START GUIDE.............................................................................................................................10
3.1 DRIVES...............................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1 Blank Disk Check......................................................................................................................10
3.2 WIPE .................................................................................................................................................11
3.2.1 Step-By-Step Instructions –Wipe............................................................................................12
3.3 TASK MACRO ......................................................................................................................................13
3.3.1 Step-By-Step Instructions –Task Macro..................................................................................14
3.4 LOGS .................................................................................................................................................16
3.4.1 Step-by-step instructions –Viewing or exporting logs............................................................16
3.4.2 Deleting Log Files.....................................................................................................................17
3.4.3 Accessing the Logs Over a Network ........................................................................................18
3.5 STATISTICS..........................................................................................................................................19

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3.6 SYSTEM SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................20
3.7 NETWORK SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................20
3.8 SOFTWARE UPDATES ............................................................................................................................20
3.9 POWER OFF........................................................................................................................................21
4: WIPE.............................................................................................................................. 22
4.0 WIPE .................................................................................................................................................22
4.1 TARGET..............................................................................................................................................23
4.2 SETTINGS............................................................................................................................................23
4.2.1 Secure Erase ............................................................................................................................23
4.2.2 Wipe Patterns..........................................................................................................................24
4.2.2.1 Mode ................................................................................................................................24
4.2.2.2 HPA/DCO ..........................................................................................................................25
4.2.2.3 LBA ...................................................................................................................................25
4.2.2.4 PASSES.............................................................................................................................. 25
4.3 JOB INFO ............................................................................................................................................26
4.4 STARTING THE WIPE OPERATION............................................................................................................27
5: TYPES OF OPERATIONS................................................................................................... 28
5.0 TYPES OF OPERATIONS..........................................................................................................................28
5.1 DRIVES...............................................................................................................................................29
5.2 WIPE .................................................................................................................................................30
5.3 TASK MACRO ......................................................................................................................................30
5.3.1 Tasks ........................................................................................................................................30
5.4 LOGS .................................................................................................................................................32
5.5 STATISTICS..........................................................................................................................................33
5.5.1 About Screen ...........................................................................................................................33
5.5.2 Adv. Drive Statistics.................................................................................................................33
5.5.3 Network Interface Stats...........................................................................................................34
5.6 SYSTEM SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................34
5.6.1 Profiles.....................................................................................................................................35
5.6.2 Passwords................................................................................................................................36
5.6.2.1 Config Lock Notes.............................................................................................................37
5.6.2.2 Forgotten Password or Config Lock Key...........................................................................38
5.6.3 Language/Time Zone...............................................................................................................39
5.6.3.1 Language..........................................................................................................................39
5.6.3.2 Time Zone......................................................................................................................... 40
5.7 NETWORK SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................40
5.7.1 Services....................................................................................................................................41
5.7.2 Interfaces.................................................................................................................................41
5.7.2.1 Configuring a Static IP Address ........................................................................................ 42
5.7.3 HTTP Proxy...............................................................................................................................43
5.7.3.1 Server ...............................................................................................................................43
5.7.3.2 Username/Password........................................................................................................ 43
5.8 SOFTWARE UPDATE..............................................................................................................................43
5.9 POWER OFF........................................................................................................................................44
6: UPDATING/LOADING/RE-LOADING SOFTWARE .............................................................. 45

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6.0 UPDATING/LOADING/RE-LOADING SOFTWARE –INTRODUCTION ................................................................45
6.1 UPDATING/LOADING/RE-LOADING SOFTWARE INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................45
6.1.1 From Network (Over the Internet)..........................................................................................45
6.1.2 From USB Drive (Through a software file download)..............................................................46
6.2 FIRMWARE LOADING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................47
7: REMOTE OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 48
7.0 REMOTE OPERATION -INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................48
7.1 WEB INTERFACE ..................................................................................................................................48
7.2 COMMAND LINE INTERFACE (CLI)...........................................................................................................48
7.2.1 Connecting using Telnet..........................................................................................................49
7.2.2 Connecting using SSH ..............................................................................................................49
7.3 ZERO CONFIGURATION NETWORKING (ZEROCONF) ...................................................................................50
8: OPTIONAL ADAPTERS..................................................................................................... 51
8.0 OPTIONAL ADAPTERS –INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................51
8.1 2.5” SATA.........................................................................................................................................51
8.2 2.5" SAS +9MM HEIGHT TYPE AND 2.5” SATA DRIVES HIGHER THAN 9MM..................................................51
8.3 3.5” AND 2.5” PARALLEL ATA (PATA/IDE) DRIVES .................................................................................52
8.4 1.8” IDE (PATA/IDE) DRIVES...............................................................................................................52
8.5 ESATA DRIVES ....................................................................................................................................52
8.6 1.8” ZIF DRIVES..................................................................................................................................53
8.7 1.8” MICRO SATA DRIVES ....................................................................................................................53
8.8 MSATA (MINI SATA) DRIVES ................................................................................................................54
8.9 M.2 SATA TYPE SSDS..........................................................................................................................54
8.10 M.2 PCIE AHCI TYPE SSDS.................................................................................................................54
8.11 FLASH MEMORY CARDS ......................................................................................................................55
9: CHANGING THE DEFAULT PASSWORDS........................................................................... 56
9.0 CHANGING THE DEFAULT PASSWORDS -INTRODUCTION.............................................................................56
9.1 CHANGING BOTH THE LOGICUBE AND IT PASSWORDS.................................................................................56
9.2 CHANGING ONLY THE LOGICUBE PASSWORD ............................................................................................57
9.3 CHANGING ONLY THE IT PASSWORD........................................................................................................58
10: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.................................................................................. 60
10.0 FAQS..............................................................................................................................................60
10: INDEX .......................................................................................................................... 61
TECHNICAL SUPPORT INFORMATION...............................................................................................................62
SOFTWARE ATTRIBUTION..............................................................................................................................62
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) WARNING ...............................................................................................62

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1: Introduction
1.0 Introduction to the Logicube ZX-Tower
The blazing fast ZX-Tower™(ZX-T) wipe solution provides secure sanitization of hard disk drives and
achieves speeds of up to 24GB/min. The multi-target ZX-T allows organizations to easily comply with NIST
800-88 Guidelines for Media Sanitization. The unit features a secure erase mode, a custom pass wipe
setting and a powerful DoD specification 7-pass wipe mode. The ZX-T wipes up to 8 targets and features
an easy to use, icon-based interface that make it simple to operate for all skill levels. Log files provide
comprehensive details of each wipe operation. Extremely reliable, the ZX-T hard drive wiper is the right
choice for all your hard drive sanitization needs.
1.1 Features
High-speed wiping. The ZX-T™ will sanitize hard drives at speeds exceeding 24GB/min.
Multi-target wiping. 8 dedicated 3.5” SAS/SATA bays, 4 USB 3.0 ports.
Built-in support for 3.5” SAS/SATA hard drives. Support for standard-height (up to 9mm) 2.5”
SATA is available with an optional slide-in caddy. 2.5” SAS is supported with an optional adapter.
IDE, 1.8” and 1.8” IDE ZIF drives support is available using optional adapters.
WARNINGS:
The power supply for the ZX-Tower has a manual voltage switch
(115V/230V) located in the back of the ZX-Tower. Set the correct voltage
input before attaching the power cable to avoid damage.
Avoid dropping the Logicube ZX-T or subjecting it to sharp jolts. When in
use, place it on a flat surface.
Keep the unit dry. If the ZX-T needs to be cleaned, use a lightly damp, lint
free cloth. Avoid using soap or other cleaning agents particularly those
containing bleach, ammonia, alcohol or other harsh chemicals.
Do not attempt to service or open the Logicube ZX-T. Doing so may void the
warranty. If the unit requires service, please contact Logicube Technical
Support for assistance.

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eSATA, mSATA, micro SATA, M.2 PCIe (SATA and AHCI types), and flash media supported with
optional adapters.
Supports wiping USB enclosures and USB thumb drives. 4 USB 3.0 ports are available.
DoD Wipe. Supports 7 pass DoD 5220.22-M wipe.
Secure Erase. Supports a single pass Secure Erase.
Custom Pass Wipe. Set a custom number of wipe passes.
Cable-free, slide-in bays provide fast, worry-free, insertion/removal of drives.
Network support. Connect ZX-T to a network. ZX-T includes 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Multi-session capability. Allows user to perform multiple tasks –up to 5 tasks can be run
concurrently.
Icon-Based user interface is simple to use, easy to navigate.
5” Color touch screen provides a bright, responsive display.
Remote operation. Connect ZX-T to a network and control all operations from a remote
computer using a web browser. Remotely operate multiple ZX-T units that are connected to the
same network.
Advanced Administrative functions allow administrator to manage network settings, create
user profiles, save configurations.
Audit trail/Log Report provides detailed information of each operation. Can be exported to
HTML, XML or PDF format.
HPA/DCO support. Wipe/sanitize hidden areas which may exist on a hard drive.
Task Macro. Users can set specific tasks to be performed sequentially. Automates your processes
to optimize and streamline operations.
HDMI Port allows you to connect to a projector or monitor.
USB 2.0 Ports. 3 USB 2.0 device ports available for mouse, keyboard or printer.
Power-Protected Bays. If a defective hard drive causes a power failure, only the bay in which the
drive is inserted will shut down. The remaining bays will continue to operate.
1.2 In the Box
The complete ZX-T system includes the following:
The Logicube ZX-Tower unit
Power cord
CD-ROM with user’s manual
1.3 Options
The following options are available with the ZX-Tower:

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2.5” to 3.5” SATA drive cartridge adapter
2.5” to 3.5” SAS/SATA drive cartridge adapter
SATA/SAS 18” Extension adapter
2.5”/3.5” IDE to SATA adapter
1.8” IDE to SATA adapter
1.8” IDE ZIF to SATA adapter
1.8” micro SATA adapter
mSATA to SATA adapter
eSATA 18” cable
M.2 PCIe (SATA type) to SATA adapter
M.2 PCIe (AHCI type) to USB3 adapter
Flash card reader for compact flash media (connects to USB 3.0 ports)
Extended warranties
1.4 Specifications

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2: Getting Started
2.0 Overview of the ZX-T
Before connecting the power cable to the ZX-T, set the voltage
switch on the power supply (located in the back of the ZX-T) to
the correct input voltage.
Special Icons –Throughout this manual, there are two icons that can be seen. Please
pay close attention when any of these two icons are found. These icons highlight
additional information or important warnings on specific topics.

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The power supply for the ZX-Tower has a manual voltage switch
(115V/230V) located in the back of the ZX-Tower. Set the correct
voltage input before attaching the power cable to avoid damage.

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2.1 Turning the ZX-T on and off
Before connecting the power cable to the ZX-T, set the voltage switch on the
power supply (located in the back of the ZX-T) to the correct input voltage.
The ZX-T comes with a standard power cable that connects to the back of the device. Attach the included
power cable the power connector in the back of the ZX-T.
To turn the ZX-T on, make sure the power switch (located next to the power connector) is set to the ON
position. Press and release the power button located on the top (front) of the ZX-T. The ZX-T will turn on
and start the boot process.
To turn the ZX-T off, press and release the power button located on the top (front) of the ZX-T.
It is not recommended to use the power switch (located in the
back) to turn the ZX-T off. Using the power button located on the
top (front) gracefully shuts down the ZX-T’s Operating System.
2.2 Connecting 3.5” Serial ATA (SATA) and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Drives
The ZX-T has hot swappable drive bays located in the front of the unit. There are eight (8) 3.5” drive bays
labeled Bay 1 through Bay 8.
1. Open the drive bay of your choice by gently pulling the release latch.
2. Carefully swing the drive bay door open all the way to the right.
3. Insert the 3.5” drive face up (SATA/SAS connectors should be facing in toward the back of the ZX-
T) and push it mostly in. Do not push it in all the way.
4. To push the SATA/SAS drive all the way in, close the drive bay door. You should hear a ‘click’
when the drive bay door is closed all the way.
When connecting/disconnecting drives using drive adapters, it is
recommended to keep the drive connected to the adapter, then
connect/disconnect the adapter to/from the SAS/SATA cable, or
connect/disconnect the SAS/SATA cable from the drive bay.
The ZX-T ports are hot swappable. Drives that are not being used in any wipe
task can be disconnected any time.
Some drives, however, are not hot swappable. Please check with the drive
manufacturer to find out if the drive being used does not support hot swapping.
When disconnecting drives, it is very important to make sure the
drives are not being used on any task. Disconnecting drives while
the ZX-T is using the drive for a task may cause data loss.

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2.3 Connecting USB Drives
The ZX-T has four (4) USB 3.0 ports (backwards compatible to USB 2.x) located in the front of the tower,
below the 8 (eight) 3.5” bays. Up to
2.4 LEDs
Each of the 8 SAS/SATA bays has the following LEDs:
Green LED
oOFF –The ZX-T is not detecting a connection and is not supplying power to that bay.
oON (Solid) –The ZX-T is detecting a connection (drive or adapter) and is supplying power
to that bay.
Yellow/Amber LED
oOFF –There is no activity to the drive/bay.
oON (Blinking) –There is activity on the bay. This is typically blinking when a drive is
connected (while the ZX-T is gathering drive information details) or during a wipe task as
the ZX-T is writing to it, or a secure erase is being performed.
oON (Solid) –This LED will turn solid if a drive that is being wiped stops working, alerting
that there may be a problem with the drive.
There are also four (4) LEDs to the left of the front USB ports. Each LED is labeled 1 through 4, which
corresponds to the USB port (From left to right: U1, U2, U3, and U4).
2.5 Connecting other drive types
Adapters may require the ZX-T SAS/SATA extension adapter (F-ADP-SATA-X-ZC) or
the ZX-T 2.5” to 3.5” SAS/SATA drive cartridge adapter (F-ADP-Z-2.5-SAS).
When connecting/disconnecting drives using drive adapters, it is recommended to
keep the drive connected to the adapter, then connect/disconnect the adapter to/from
the SAS/SATA cable, or connect/disconnect the SAS/SATA cable from the drive bay,
ZX-T supports other drive types, including M.2 (SATA or AHCI based), PATA (IDE), mSATA, micro SATA,
eSATA, and flash drives that require optional adapters. More information on the types of drives
supported and available optional adapters can be found in Chapter 8: Optional Adapters. Cables and
adapters are available for the following drive types:
2.5” SATA
2.5” SAS
M.2 (SATA or AHCI based)
eSATA
micro SATA

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mSATA
3.5” and 2.5” PATA/IDE
1.8” IDE
1.8” ZIF
Flash drives/media
2.6 The user interface
The user interface (UI) has been designed to quickly and easily input commands. It is simple and intuitive
showing common icons such as tasks, modes of operation, and scroll icons on the screen. The UI is
designed to be easily followed, going from left to right across the screen.
A –Wipe Tasks currently running
B –Lock indicator/shortcut
C –Tasks
D –Add or delete tasks
E –Types of Operations
F –Up and down scroll arrows
G –Operation options and settings
H –Start icon

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2.7 Touch screen
The ZX-T features 5” color LCD capacitive touch screen that allows the user to quickly input commands.
The screen is bright and easy to read.
2.8 HDMI
The ZX-T has an HDMI port located in the back panel. Simply connect an HDMI cable from the ZX-T to an
external display that supports HDMI and the ZX-T will automatically show the display on both the ZX-T
and the external display.
To change the display resolution on the external display:
1. Connect a wired USB keyboard to one of the back USB 2.0 host ports.
2. Press ALT+R. An on-screen display should appear on the external display that allows the display
resolution to be changed.
2.8 USB flash drive (located in the back of the ZX-T)
There is a USB flash drive located in the back of the ZX-T that is connected to one of the USB 2.0
ports. This USB flash drive contains the Operating System and ZX-T software and must always
be connected to the ZX-T.

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3: Quick Start
3.0 Quick Start Guide
This chapter gives a basic overview and steps on how to perform different types of operations using the
ZX-T. Complete details on each operation, menu, or selection, and the different screens can be found in
Chapter 4: Wipe and Chapter 5: Types of Operation.
The ZX-T can perform up to five (5) concurrent wipe operations at the same time.
It is highly recommended to change the passwords for built-in accounts.
Instructions on how to change the passwords to the two built-in user
accounts can be found in Chapter 9: Changing the Default Passwords.
3.1 Drives
This screen shows the status of all drive bays. Each drive bay will be listed whether there
is a drive connected or not.
If there is a drive connected, the model of the drive will appear in the Drive Information
column and will have a symbol in the Drive Connected column. If no drive is
detected, the bay will have a symbol.
Additional drive information can be viewed by tapping the more info icon.
3.1.1 Blank Disk Check
A blank disk check can be performed to see if a drive to see if it has been wiped by the
unit. This check will not be accurate if Secure Erase or Pattern Buffers was used to wipe
the drive. To perform a blank disk check:
1. Connect a drive to the unit.
2. Go to Drives to see the list of connected drives.
3. Tap the More Info icon to the right of the drive to display information about the
drive.
4. Tap or click the down arrow located to the right of the screen to scroll down to
the second page of information.
5. Locate the line that shows “Wiped”. This will either show True (drive is blank) or
False.

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3.2 Wipe
Drives connected to any bay or front USB port can be wiped. When a drive is wiped,
there will be no file system on the Target drive. The following methods are available in
the Wipe menu:
Details on the different screens found
in the Wipe operation can be found
in Chapter 4: Wipe.
Secure Erase –Sends a command to the drive instructing it to wipe the drive based on the hard
drive manufacturer’s specifications for the Secure Erase command.
Contact the hard drive manufacturer for Secure Erase
specifications for each model/type of hard drive.
Secure erase will not work on drives connected
through the USB, Thunderbolt, or rear expansion ports.
Wipe Patterns –Allows the user to set a specific pattern to use for wiping the drive. The number
of passes is customizable (up to 7 passes) along with the type of data written for each pass. In
addition, a 7-pass DoD wipe can be set with pre-selected pass values.
The unit can perform one or both methods on the same drive, using the same task. Each method will be
performed in order (Secure Erase then Wipe Patterns) depending on which methods are chosen. For
example, if both Secure Erase and Wipe Patterns are selected, the unit will perform a Secure Erase first
then a Wipe Patterns wipe.

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3.2.1 Step-By-Step Instructions –Wipe
1. Select Wipe from the types of operation on the left side.
2. Tap the Target icon and select one or more drives then tap the OK icon.
It is recommended to use the same capacity drives per task.
When smaller capacity drives are wiped together with larger
capacity drives, the smaller drives will finish first. However,
the ports will not be available until the entire task is finished.
3. Tap the Settings icon and choose the type of wipe to be performed (Secure Erase
and/or Wipe Patterns). If Wipe Patterns is selected, choose the type of Wipe
Pattern to perform (DoD or Custom).
4. If the drive has an HPA or DCO area that needs to be wiped, tap the HPA/DCO
icon and select Yes to wipe the HPA/DCO area of the drive.

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5. Tap the Passes icon to edit the number of passes and what gets written on each
pass.
6. Optional: Tap Job Info to set the Job Name, Job ID, Operator, Other ID, or Job
Notes.
7. Tap the Start icon to start the wipe task. A Secure Erase will be performed first (if
selected), then a Wipe Pattern (if selected).
8. When finished, the status will show “COMPLETED”. At this point, it is
recommended to tap Reset Task to reset the task, so the drive bays properly
reset and not show as being used or assigned for other tasks.
3.3 Task Macro
This operation allows up to five (5) macros that can be set. Each macro can run up to
nine (9) tasks sequentially (one after another). For example, to perform a Wipe Patterns
wipe with more than 7 passes, a macro can be set to perform the Wipe 1 task with 7
passes followed by the Wipe 2 task with another 7 passes.
Details on the different screens found
in the Task Macro operation can be
found in Section 5.3: Task Macro.
Each of the five macros can be set by tapping on the Macro number as seen in the next picture:
Each task or operation must be set up before creating the macro. For example, to set up a Task Macro
that will perform 14-pass wipe, users must first set up the wipe task. Once the wipe task has been set
up, the Task Macro can be set.