Hard Drive Destruction Services

Overview

American Data Security is Oakland University’s preferred vendor for certified hard drive destruction. Their services ensure the secure and compliant disposal of data-bearing devices, such as hard drives, solid-state drives (SSDs), and other digital storage media.

Please see the most updated information on our data destruction vendor by visiting the purchasing department's Preferred Vendors list.

Why Use These Services?

When computers, servers, or external storage devices reach end-of-life, simply deleting files or reformatting the drive is not sufficient to securely remove data. While the OU Technology Center offers secure wiping services for most storage devices, some drives may not be wipeable due to:

  • Hard drive failure
  • Encryption issues
  • Compatibility or interface issues with OU Technology Center equipment

In such cases, physical destruction is the only safe and compliant alternative. Hard drive shredding ensures:

  • Complete data destruction
  • Protection of confidential or regulated data (e.g., FERPA, HIPPA, financial records)
  • Compliance with university policies and industry standards

How to Request This Service

Please visit the purchasing department's Preferred Vendors list for more information.

Who is Eligible?

  • Department equipment managers or supervisors.

Additional Support

  • OU Technology Center
  • Oakland Center, Room 44
  • 312 Meadow Brook Road
  • Rochester, MI 48309-4479
  • (location map)
  • (248) 370-4357 (HELP)
  • Fax: (248) 370-4863
  • Office Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm
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