Comments on: DiscEraser: One Swipe For Total CD/DVD Data Destruction http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/ Gadgets, gear and computer hardware. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:46:23 -0500 hourly 1 By: karthik cmouli http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-670162 karthik cmouli Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:01:26 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-670162 hi there, I have never tried to use the shredder for getting rid of the CD's, the whole thing must have been an unique experience. Basically we can use shredders to protect our id from theft and for destroying financial documents. but when it comes to cd's you can use the disk eraser or you can always take a magnet and swipe it across your cds. not sure if the last oner would do the trick but you can always give it a shot and see what happens, of course do not forget to post it here. hi there, I have never tried to use the shredder for getting rid of the CD’s, the whole thing must have been an unique experience. Basically we can use shredders to protect our id from theft and for destroying financial documents.
but when it comes to cd’s you can use the disk eraser or you can always take a magnet and swipe it across your cds. not sure if the last oner would do the trick but you can always give it a shot and see what happens, of course do not forget to post it here.

]]> By: Justine F http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-549886 Justine F Sat, 29 Dec 2007 22:22:28 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-549886 I have 1200 non sellable DVDs due to manufacturing error. I realize the info, readable on the data side can be erased, my biggest concern is the photos on the photo art side. The subjects of the photos have signed release forms to use their photos, however, I feel personally responsible to not have anyones photo end up in a landfill or anywhere than origianlly intended. Shredding would take care of the photo, but, then what to do with the shredded remains? Would appreciate feedback. Thank you. Justine F I have 1200 non sellable DVDs due to manufacturing error. I realize the info, readable on the data side can be erased, my biggest concern is the photos on the photo art side. The subjects of the photos have signed release forms to use their photos, however, I feel personally responsible to not have anyones photo end up in a landfill or anywhere than origianlly intended. Shredding would take care of the photo, but, then what to do with the shredded remains? Would appreciate feedback.
Thank you. Justine F

]]> By: Russ Poe http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-524543 Russ Poe Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:12:41 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-524543 Grinding is the only way to completely remove data short of burning the disc which by the way produces cyanide. Burning or grinding is the only method that the NSA will approve. With a DVD the the disc has to be split to get to the information layer, so this product would be completely useless. This is our business and I just wanted make sure that people knew this information, this has been proven scientifically. I would be happy to send CD Rom for Dummies to anyone who wants it. Thanks Grinding is the only way to completely remove data short of burning the disc which by the way produces cyanide. Burning or grinding is the only method that the NSA will approve. With a DVD the the disc has to be split to get to the information layer, so this product would be completely useless. This is our business and I just wanted make sure that people knew this information, this has been proven scientifically. I would be happy to send CD Rom for Dummies to anyone who wants it.

Thanks

]]> By: SoCo http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183682 SoCo Tue, 10 Apr 2007 23:52:17 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183682 The foil (which holds the actual data) under the label is very susceptible to expanding and shrinking.... ...and I love using my propane BLOW TORCH!! :D The foil (which holds the actual data) under the label is very susceptible to expanding and shrinking….

…and I love using my propane BLOW TORCH!! :D

]]> By: Jackie Romulo http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183638 Jackie Romulo Tue, 10 Apr 2007 22:54:19 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183638 When you drag the slider across the CD, does it make a nasty scratching sound like nails on a chalkboard? When you drag the slider across the CD, does it make a nasty scratching sound like nails on a chalkboard?

]]> By: Josh Goldman http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183617 Josh Goldman Tue, 10 Apr 2007 22:13:50 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183617 Shaun, these grooves cannot be sanded out. I tried and then put it in three different optical drives to see if it would work and the drives just spit the disc out. Shaun, these grooves cannot be sanded out. I tried and then put it in three different optical drives to see if it would work and the drives just spit the disc out.

]]> By: Shaun http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183581 Shaun Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:56:15 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183581 Interesting to see just how deep the scratches are. If they aren't deep enough, they could be sanded and polished out... Just something to think about. You might want to use this thing on both sides of the disc just to make sure... Interesting to see just how deep the scratches are. If they aren’t deep enough, they could be sanded and polished out… Just something to think about. You might want to use this thing on both sides of the disc just to make sure…

]]> By: Steve http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183548 Steve Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:02:04 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183548 I create Websites, original music, and digital video, that I store on CDs and DVDs. In the past, I have used a permanent marker to disable unwanted discs, but rubbing alcohol can easily remove these marks and allow someone to retrieve my data. I have also tried microwaving my old discs, but my microwave doesn't seem to like this method, and neither does my wife! So, I bought a Disc Eraser last month, and I am very happy to have it. It saves me time, and I know that my data is completely secure. I create Websites, original music, and digital video, that I store on CDs and DVDs. In the past, I have used a permanent marker to disable unwanted discs, but rubbing alcohol can easily remove these marks and allow someone to retrieve my data. I have also tried microwaving my old discs, but my microwave doesn’t seem to like this method, and neither does my wife! So, I bought a Disc Eraser last month, and I am very happy to have it. It saves me time, and I know that my data is completely secure.

]]> By: coastalhomes http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183493 coastalhomes Tue, 10 Apr 2007 19:21:14 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183493 I've been waiting for a product like this. If you're in the real estate business, you can relate to me. I have all contracts backed up on cd. Though sometimes I make mistakes and can't erase data once burned on, and I can't throw it away because of confidential information from my clients. I own an electrical shredder which says it shreds cds. Though it's quite annoying when I use it since it is really loud. And I've already gone through 2 in the past year. I think they broke because of shredding discs. Shredding paper seems to be easier for the machine, but when it shreds the cds, the machine won't last long (well, based on my experience). I'm hoping with this new disceraser, my shredder will last longer for paper shredding, and then using disceraser for cds. I've ordered one of these disc erasers, so I'm very excited to give it a try. Shredders are very expensive, so disceraser may be the best thing for my entire staff of agents to use. Very cool idea! I’ve been waiting for a product like this. If you’re in the real estate business, you can relate to me. I have all contracts backed up on cd. Though sometimes I make mistakes and can’t erase data once burned on, and I can’t throw it away because of confidential information from my clients. I own an electrical shredder which says it shreds cds. Though it’s quite annoying when I use it since it is really loud. And I’ve already gone through 2 in the past year. I think they broke because of shredding discs. Shredding paper seems to be easier for the machine, but when it shreds the cds, the machine won’t last long (well, based on my experience). I’m hoping with this new disceraser, my shredder will last longer for paper shredding, and then using disceraser for cds.
I’ve ordered one of these disc erasers, so I’m very excited to give it a try. Shredders are very expensive, so disceraser may be the best thing for my entire staff of agents to use. Very cool idea!

]]> By: babbledog http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183447 babbledog Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:58:29 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183447 I've also tried cutting and scoring discs (on the reflective side) but that's pretty messy, you wouldn't want to do that indoors. Looks like if you want a quick and easy way to destroy your CDs, this is perfect. I know my local recycler accepts intact CDs. I will order one and see how it goes :) I’ve also tried cutting and scoring discs (on the reflective side) but that’s pretty messy, you wouldn’t want to do that indoors. Looks like if you want a quick and easy way to destroy your CDs, this is perfect. I know my local recycler accepts intact CDs. I will order one and see how it goes :)

]]> By: Johnal http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/comment-page-1/#comment-183444 Johnal Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:29 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/10/disceraser-one-swipe-for-total-cddvd-data-destruction/#comment-183444 I just put them in the microwave for a few seconds...i doubt that's environmentally friendly or 100% effective...but it sure looks purdy! I just put them in the microwave for a few seconds…i doubt that’s environmentally friendly or 100% effective…but it sure looks purdy!

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