format_storage

Use this command when you want to remove sensitive data from the hard disk without delating the default Windows VMs. This saves times re-installing the VM packages.

After the command is finished, the unit will be in factory reset status, meaning all the data will be deleted and all the configurations are reset. However, the activated default VMs are kept without losing their activated status.

When executed,the command will take hours to finish. Do not power off or reboot the unit during execution. After the command is finished, all settings are reverted back to default values, including network settings, so a console connection is recommended.

Before executing the CLI, please make sure the console is connected to set the password and IP. This command is not available on VM appliances, or lower-end hardware appliance 500F. This command is only allowed in Standalone mode.

Syntax

format-storage

Example

format-storage
         This command will zero fill and format the storage disk! All data will be lost! Configurations will be reset to factory default! Please do not interrupt or turn off power!
Do you want to continue? (y/n)

Confirm with answer ‘y’, another confirm shows up:
Dangerous operation! System will reboot immediately. Storage disk will be formatted.
Do you want to continue? (y/n)