[Robo]

This is probably a stupid question, but I'm still (relatively) new to Macs, so don't be too mean.

How would I wipe my hard drive, like, if I wanted to sell my computer?

Pretty self-explanetory, I guess. Thanks for your help.

[PB PM]

Originally Posted by Roboman This is probably a stupid question, but I'm still (relatively) new to Macs, so don't be too mean. How would I wipe my hard drive, like, if I wanted to sell my computer? Pretty self-explanetory, I guess. Thanks for your help.

Stick in your OSX install disk, reboot. Then use disk utility on the startup disk to erase the drive.

[Brad]

Or, of course, you could Windex it.

OMFG! FAQ: Check this thread *first* if you have problems or questions!

Wiping your computer for resale

[blakbyrd]

There's a NASA document I came across (PDF) that gives tips for wiping drives. I'll post it tomorrow if anyone wants that.

[Robo]

Originally Posted by Brad Or, of course, you could Windex it. OMFG! FAQ: Check this thread *first* if you have problems or questions!

I am shamed.

[scrouds]

Originally Posted by blakbyrd There's a NASA document I came across (PDF) that gives tips for wiping drives. I'll post it tomorrow if anyone wants that.

ooooooooo i want i want.

[blakbyrd]

I'll show you where I got it from, because I'm having trouble uploading it to my .mac account:

http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/oig/hq/harddrive.pdf