To remotely wipe your Windows computer, you can follow these steps:
1. Open the Configuration Manager on your computer.
2. Look for the device that you want to wipe. You can search for it using the search bar or browse through the device list.
3. Once you have found the device, select it by clicking on it.
4. On the ribbon at the top of the Configuration Manager window, you will find the Device group. Click on it to expand the options.
5. In the Device group, you will see the option for Remote Device Actions. Click on it to open the menu.
6. From the menu, select the option for Retire/Wipe. This will bring up the Retire from Configuration Manager window.
7. In the Retire from Configuration Manager window, you will be presented with a few options. Select the option to Wipe the mobile device and retire it from Configuration Manager.
8. Once you have selected the wipe option, click on the OK button to initiate the remote wipe process.
9. The Configuration Manager will now send the wipe command to the device. Depending on the device’s connection and other factors, it may take some time for the wipe to complete.
10. After the wipe is complete, the device will be retired from the Configuration Manager, and all data on the device will be erased.
It is important to note that remote wiping a device will permanently erase all data on the device, including personal files and settings. Therefore, it is crucial to make sure that you have a backup of any important data before initiating the remote wipe process.
Additionally, remote wiping should only be done on devices that you have ownership or authority over. It should not be used to wipe someone else’s device without their consent or proper authorization.
The process of remotely wiping a Windows computer through Configuration Manager is relatively straightforward. Just follow the steps mentioned above, and you should be able to wipe the device remotely and retire it from Configuration Manager.