Samsung asks customer to destroy high-end 980 Pro SSD before sending it back for RMA - News
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A user who applied for an RMA for their Samsung 980 Pro SSD had to go through a few unconventional steps. Samsung asked them to smash the SSD with a hammer/sand it and document the process before sending it back, presumably to ensure maximum data privacy for the user.
A user who applied for an RMA for their Samsung 980 Pro SSD had to go through a few unconventional steps. Samsung asked them to smash the SSD with a hammer/sand it and document the process before sending it back, presumably to ensure maximum data privacy for the user.
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