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What is smartmontools?

The smartmontools suite features two essential components, smartctl and smartd, which are specifically designed to manage and monitor storage systems by utilizing the self-monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology found in most modern ATA/SATA, SCSI/SAS, and NVMe drives. These utilities provide proactive notifications about possible disk issues and impending failures, thereby serving as crucial preventative tools. Derived from the Linux smartsuite package, smartmontools supports a variety of drive types, including ATA/SATA, SCSI/SAS, NVMe drives, and SCSI/SAS tape devices. Its adaptability allows it to function across numerous platforms, such as current versions of Linux, FreeBSD, NetBSD, OpenBSD, Darwin (macOS), Solaris, Windows, Cygwin, OS/2, eComStation, and QNX. Furthermore, smartmontools can be accessed through different live CDs/DVDs, which significantly increases its usability for individuals who need to monitor storage health in various scenarios. This extensive compatibility positions it as an indispensable resource for anyone aiming to maintain the reliability and durability of their storage systems, making it a must-have for both casual users and IT professionals alike.

What is Redkey USB?

For people and teams clearing data before hardware changes hands, Redkey USB provides a reusable USB that boots outside the installed OS and walks through erasing one or more supported disks. Home is the simple on-screen wipe path. Professional is aimed at anyone who needs a kept record: PDF reports cover disk, method and outcome, with room for asset notes and a logo. Ultimate adds supported mobile erasure (iPhone, iPad, Android) and scripts for recurring work. Pricing is one-time, unlimited use on compatible gear, no per-erasure charge, with lifetime updates. A standard key: one PC, up to 16 disks. Mobile Mode: one supported phone or tablet at a time. Hardware coverage includes many Intel/AMD PCs, Intel-based Macs, HDDs, SATA SSDs and NVMe SSDs. Apple silicon / other ARM PCs are unsupported. Windows plus internet are required to activate and update. Methods and device support vary; reports document the job and are not a compliance guarantee. Details: redkeyusb.com.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Cygwin
FreeBSD
NetBSD
OpenBSD
Oracle Solaris

Integrations Supported

API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided

Pricing Information

$39.95 one-time (USD)
Home ($39.95 USD): whole-disk computer erasure.
Professional ($79.95 USD): adds PDF reports and advanced disk controls.
Ultimate ($99.95 USD): adds supported mobile-device erasure and scripting.

Pay once. Unlimited use on compatible devices. No subscription or per-erasure fees. Lifetime software updates included.

Shipping and applicable checkout charges are extra. Redkey ITAD is in development and is not yet available to order.

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac
Linux

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Company Facts

Organization Name

smartmontools

Company Website

www.smartmontools.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

Redkey USB Ltd

Date Founded

2018

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

redkeyusb.com

Categories and Features

System Utilities

Not specified

Categories and Features

Data Destruction

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