Verity DataGauss LG Max Continuous Pulse Discharge Degausser with Erasure Log Software (ZZ201240)

The Verity DataGauss LG Max is a state-of-the-art Pulse Technology degausser with unique Erasure Log Software which provides a reporting tool and a record of media degaussed. The DataGauss LG is the most powerful, compact, continuous degausser for Hard Drives and Backup Tapes in the Verity range. The new and improved DataGauss LG Max is now 3 times faster, with a powerful 10,000 Gauss field and only 7 second charging time.

Media that can be securely erased includes both Hard Drives that use Perpendicular and Longitudinal recording techniques up to 5000 Oersted’s and all common Backup Tapes. Perfect for 3.5”, 2.5” & 1.8” hard drives 5000 Oe. Longitudinal & perpendicular recording. DLT, S-DLT, LTO1,2,3,4 & 5; 3480/3490/3490e, 3590, 9840 & T9940 & T10000 tape; Ultrium & Redwood SD-3 tape & cartridges; Mammoth 1 & 2, 8mm, AIT1 & 2,M2 tape; DDS 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, DD-2 & DFT-1 & 2

The Erasure Log Software records all operating and degaussing information which can be saved and printed, giving hard copy evidence of complete erasure for reporting and auditing purposes.

Operation - The DataGauss LG is a table top, chamber degausser, which makes operation safe, effective and simple for everyone. It can be used stand alone or, if connected to a PC or laptop via USB cable, can be used in conjunction with the Erasure Log Software. This will log all the information related to the erasure and provide a printed report if required. The information logged includes details of the: degaussing company (including the operator and supervisor); media owner; degausser machine type; serial number, part number and size of the Hard Drive or Tape. Information is entered onto the software via keyboard or optional barcode scanner to speed up the data entry if required. When the logging program has been opened on the PC and the DataGauss LG is connected, the operator simply clicks on the “Find Machine” button for all the unit details to be automatically entered into the log including model, serial number and firmware version. The DataGauss LG display will show it is in remote mode controlled by the PC.

Further data regarding operator, customer and media is then entered via keyboard (or optional barcode scanner) before the Hard Drive or Tape is placed into the degausser and the lid closed. The erasure is commenced by clicking the “Destroy” button on the screen which activates the charging of the powerful degaussing magnetic field. A window opens on the screen showing the progress of the degaussing cycle. When the display shows the degauss cycle is complete the lid can be opened and the media removed. The entire process takes just 15 seconds. Throughout the whole erase cycle the on-board processor monitors the erase procedure ensuring that it is completed correctly. The operator is immediately alerted to any interruptions in the cycle by messages on the screen. The lower portion of the screen now shows all the details of the erasure including Date, Time, Media Serial number, Capacitor Voltage, Magnetic Gauss Field and confirmation that the media was degaussed successfully. If this data is highlighted and the print button pressed all the details on the screen along with all the data entered will be printed as a report. As new media is erased the details will be added to the Media Processed Log in the lower half of the screen. By highlighting erase records, the logs of one or more can be printed as required. There is a Supervisor Section in the Software which is Password protected. This allows the Supervisor to decide which fields are required and which fields must be completed by the Operator. The log record is stored in the PC and can be archived at any time or exported as a .csv file.

Optional extra - Verity has introduced the DD Imager (sold separately), a new hardware solution that integrates seamlessly with their Data Destruction Auditor software. This combination offers a comprehensive solution for tracking hard drive destruction efforts. Using the barcode scanner that comes with the DD Imager, this system can efficiently document each destroyed hard drive and is compatible with selected destruction units such as the Crunch 250, DataGauss LG Max, and DataGone LG Plus. It's an ideal system for businesses that require auditable data destruction processes. For low and high volume operators, data destruction certificates can also be produced through an optional label printer (not included) which connects via the software to print completed reports. To see the DD Imager in action, see the demo video here.