Computer Disposal Policy
Because of risk management issues, agency software and data must be removed from the hard drive of any computer being surplussed. Just formatting the hard drive does not render the data irretrievable. Listed below are web sites that have free utilities or software you can purchase to erase your files and hard drives.
We will continually update this page. If you cannot access a web site or if you have other suggestions, please e-mail surplus@nd.gov
Last updated November 4, 2009.
Utilities
- www.storage.ibm.com/hdd/support/download.htm
- http://www.thefreecountry.com/security/securedelete.shtml
- http://www.webattack.com/Freeware/security/fwerase.html
Software
Computer Disposal/Electronic Recycling
As of July 1st, 2009, Surplus Property is allowed to charge agencies back for disposal of obsolete and or non-functional electronic waste (E-Waste). Surplus Property is participating in a statewide contract with Tatooine of Cheyenne, Wyoming to dispose of electronic waste for recycling and will charge agencies a disposal fee for their E-Waste. Agencies are encouraged to dispose of their electronics while the property is in serviceable and desirable condition as many political subdivisions including schools rely on Surplus Property to provide them current and serviceable computers for a nominal fee.
Storing your electronics to the point of obsolescence or cannibalizing them for parts will insure that your agency pays to dispose of the items.
Information on electronic recycling: http://www.tatooineinc.com/
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