Question How to completely reset an SSD before installing Windows?

[RealJohnJohnson]

I had an odd issue where I reinstalled Windows on an unallocated drive, only to find remnants of my previous installation. Could I use Secure Erase in the bios to wipe the drive and then install Windows?

 

[ex_bubblehead]

Could I use Secure Erase in the bios to wipe the drive and then install Windows?

That's one of the reasons "Secure Erase" exists.

 

[RealJohnJohnson]

That's one of the reasons "Secure Erase" exists.

Is there any chance it could damage the drive?

 

[ex_bubblehead]

Why would there be?
Erase the drive and continue with your installation.

 

[RealJohnJohnson]

That's one of the reasons "Secure Erase" exists.

I checked the option in the Asrock BIOS and it tells me that no SSDs or none found support Secure Erase. Any ideas? It is the SN850x M.2 and x870 Pro RS Wifi board.

 

[ex_bubblehead]

Run a normal format and call it a day.