- Wikipedia’s description of HPA: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Host_protected_area
- Wikipedia’s description of DCO: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Device_Configuration_Overlay
Yes, BCWipe Total WipeOut can reset HPA or DCO hidden areas.
If HPA/DCO is detected, you will see the corresponding mark next to the drive:
A reboot is required to clean these areas completely.
BCWipe TWO will reboot the computer and then will start wiping automatically.
BCWipe Total WipeOut restores the original HPA after successful wiping
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