HD-2XTE Compact Degausser
Fast, compact data erasure for magnetic hard drives and tapes
The HD-2XTE is a compact desktop degausser designed to permanently erase information held on compatible magnetic hard drives and tape media.
It produces a nominal 10,000-gauss magnetic field and completes the erasure stage in approximately seven seconds. Built-in diagnostics monitor each cycle, while the display shows the magnetic field achieved during processing.
Its compact size and quiet operation make it suitable for offices, IT departments and secure media-processing areas where organisations need a repeatable in-house erasure process.
HD-2XTE Features and Capabilities
Fast, High-Strength Magnetic Erasure
The HD-2XTE generates a nominal 10,000-gauss magnetic field for compatible hard drives and high-coercivity tape media.
Key capabilities include:
- Approximately seven-second erasure time
- Processing of working and non-working magnetic hard drives
- Continuous-duty operation without a cooling period
- Compatibility with supported hard drives and tape cartridges
- Automatic cycle initiation when the drawer is closed
Built-In Diagnostics and Reporting
The HD-2XTE monitors the degaussing cycle and displays the magnetic field achieved after each processed item.
Available reporting functions include:
- Built-in cycle diagnostics
- LCD display showing the recorded gauss level
- Optional SCAN-1XE asset scanning and reporting
- Optional IRONCLAD photographic evidence
- Exportable records linked to individual assets
These functions can support an organisation’s audit trail when used alongside secure handling, asset tracking and record-retention procedures.
Compact Equipment for Office and IT Environments
The HD-2XTE is designed for controlled indoor environments where space, noise and ease of use are important considerations.
Key design features include:
- Compact desktop construction
- Quiet operation
- Approximate weight of 15.5 kg
- Simple drawer-loading process
- Continuous-duty operation
- Durable construction for regular processing
Download the HD-2XTE Technical Brochure
Review the current chamber dimensions, media compatibility, erasure field strength, cycle time, power requirements, operating dimensions and available reporting options.
Add IRONCLAD Erasure Verification
Connect each degaussing cycle to a traceable asset record
Garner is the only brand of degaussers and destroyers with IRONCLAD, an erasure and destruction verification system that automatically captures a JPEG image of the hard drive immediately after it is degaussed and generates a proof-of-destruction certificate for audit and archival purposes.
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