Disable SED onHDD

Pebble said:

Iv'e got 2 2TB SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA-III HDDs

Model: ST2000DM008

When i get the PSID number how can i disable SED?

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Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) functionality is a hardware-level feature where data is always encrypted before being written to the platters. You cannot actually disable the encryption itself; however, you can completely disable the security features (passwords/locks) so the drive functions like a standard, unencrypted drive. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
If you are just looking to disable the security lock on a locked drive, you need to perform a Crypto-Erase. This will wipe all data on the drive and revert it to its factory-unlocked state. [1]

Step 1: Find the PSID Number
To disable the locked SED security, you will need the 32-character PSID (Physical Security ID). [1]

1. Locate the physical label on your Seagate hard drive.
2. Find the 32-character PSID code and the 2D barcode listed on the drive itself. [1, 2]

Step 2: Use Seagate Toolkit or SeaTools
You can perform the reset using Seagate's official software: [1, 2, 3]

1. Download and install Seagate Toolkit or SeaTools on Windows 11.
2. Open the application and navigate to the Seagate Secure menu.
3. Select the SED Crypto Erase (or PSID Revert) option.
4. Enter your 32-character PSID code.
5. Execute the erase. The drive will be fully reset, removing any passwords, TCG Opal profiles, or hardware locks. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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To disable the hardware-based encryption on a Self-Encrypting Drive (SED), you need to perform a PSID Revert. This process sends a factory-reset command using the 32-character PSID (Physical Security ID) located on your drive's label, which permanently wipes the disk and unlocks it. [1, 2]
Here is the step-by-step process:

Step 1: Back Up Your Data
The PSID Revert process securely deletes all data and cryptographic keys from the drive, returning it to an unformatted, factory-fresh state. Ensure you have backed up any files you want to keep before proceeding. [1, 2]

Step 2: Download Your Manufacturer's Tool
You cannot perform a PSID Revert using standard Windows 11 commands. You must use your specific SSD manufacturer's proprietary management software: []

• Samsung: Download the Samsung Magician Software and look for the PSID Revert or PSID Unlock feature in the Data Management or Security tab.
• Crucial / Micron: Use Crucial Storage Executive, which features a dedicated PSID Revert option.
• Other Brands: Check your manufacturer's support site (e.g., Kingston SSD Manager, WD Dashboard) for a secure erase or PSID utility. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Step 3: Execute the PSID Revert

1. Open your manufacturer's SSD utility with administrator privileges.
2. Locate the self-encrypting drive in the software and find the PSID Revert or PSID Unlock tool.
3. Carefully type or paste the 32-character PSID found physically on your SSD's label. Note: Ensure you do not confuse this with the MSID or serial number, and watch for correct capitalization.
4. Execute the command. The drive will be erased, and the SED lock will be disabled within a few seconds. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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