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Hardware Disposal Basics

Dispose devices securely

Proper hardware disposal requires certified wiping or destruction of drives, tracking chain of custody, and using responsible recyclers with certificates to protect data and the environment.

Sanitize

Wipe drives to standards or physically destroy when required.

Track

Log serials, custody, and certificates of destruction.

Recycle

Use certified recyclers; remove stickers/IDs; follow e-waste rules.

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