

Before you begin these steps, ensure that you have a USB 3.0 stick that is 4 GB or larger connected to the computer. How to create a Microsoft Surface Data Eraser USB stickĪfter the creation tool is installed, follow these steps to create a Microsoft Surface Data Eraser USB stick. Reimage devices containing sensitive data.Repurpose a Surface device for a new user.Decommission a Surface device from corporate or organizational use.Prepare a Surface device to be sent for repair.

Some scenarios where Microsoft Surface Data Eraser can be helpful include: Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise on Surface Hub 2.Microsoft Surface Data Eraser uses the NVM Express (NVMe) format command to erase data as authorized in NIST Special Publication 800-88 Revision 1.
