Install — Blancco Drive Eraser 2021 Download Iso

How to download, create an ISO, and install Blancco Drive Eraser

This article explains how to obtain Blancco Drive Eraser, create a bootable ISO, and install/run it to securely erase drives. It assumes you have valid licensing or trial access from Blancco and that you’re erasing drives you own or are authorized to wipe.

Step 2: Create Bootable Media using Rufus (Recommended)

1. Insert the USB drive. Open Rufus as administrator.
2. Device: Select your USB.
3. Boot selection: Click "SELECT" and choose your Blancco .iso file.
4. Partition scheme: Choose MBR (for legacy BIOS) or GPT (for UEFI). If unsure, use MBR—Blancco supports both.
5. File system: Rufus will auto-set to FAT32. Leave it.
6. Volume label: Name it BLANCCO_BOOT.
7. Click START. If asked to write in DD Image mode or ISO mode, select DD Image Mode (ensures boot compatibility).

2. Requirements

Before you begin, ensure you have:

• The Blancco ISO file (obtained via the portal).
• A valid License Code (purchased or provided during trial).
• A USB Flash Drive (at least 1GB or 2GB in size).
• Rufus or Rufus Portable (a free tool to burn the ISO to USB).

Step 4: The Erasure

1. Select the target drive. (Double-check – you cannot undo this).
2. Click "Start Erasure."
3. Wait. A 1TB HDD takes ~2-4 hours. An NVMe SSD takes ~2 minutes.