Data Removal

ASL offer a Data Removal Service on all MFD’s and printers with a Hard Disk Drive.

ASL Data Removal Service ensures compliance with Data Protection Act obligations. It ensures that data stored within the device does not leave with the equipment.

Most copying equipment uses a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) which automatically stores images of any documents processed via copying, printing, scanning, emailing, or faxing. These images are not deleted, although they are overwritten over time. This data can still be obtained and retrieved by a competent person with software freely available on the internet.

To assist our customers with data protection legislation, ASL provide a ‘Data Removal Service,’ where we will remove the hard drive(s) from the machine for the customer to retain. This service removes the HDD from the device prior to the machine leaving site, thereby ensuring data remains securely in the customers control.

ASL then supply and fit a new blank replacement HDD, so the machine is returned to a functional state as required of returned equipment. This service is in addition to the basic deletion of the equipment IP Addresses and Address books conducted as standard practice for any ASL supplied equipment.

ASL will provide the customer with written confirmation that this has been conducted, providing a record to meet legal requirements.