Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

wipe hard drives

I have an iPad 2 and iMac (over 7 yrs old). Want to wipe hard drives prior to taking them to the dump. Suggestions?

iPad 2, iOS 9

Posted on Oct 27, 2019 4:41 PM

Reply

Similar questions

Erasing the hard drive How can I erase the hard drive from a MacBook Air and a mini iPad
120 1
Wiping an iMac - how will that affect data on other Apple devices? I. need to wipe my old iMac before recycling it. How will that affect photos and music that are also on my MacBook, iPad and iPhone?
1276 2
I need to erase an external hard drive I'd like to erase an external hard drive that I have used before. I don't know how to do it.
127 4

2 replies

Level 10

103,335 points

Oct 27, 2019 4:43 PM in response to Wipecleanharddrive

Hello,

Please refer to the following Apple Support documents.

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

Erase and reformat a storage device in Disk Utility on Mac - Apple Support

Reply

Level 10

469,887 points

Oct 27, 2019 4:44 PM in response to Wipecleanharddrive

See: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Reply

wipe hard drives

Welcome to Apple Support Community

A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple ID.

Learn more Sign up