# Delete Existing CDR Records

This procedure describes how to delete the current CDR messages stored on disk.

Note: Once messages are deleted, they cannot be restored.

To delete existing CDR messages:

1. From the Main menu, select (R) Reports Menu, and then(A) Call Detail Recorder.

2. Stop CDR if it is running.

3. Select (D) Delete.

4. Select (A) Delete Messages and then press Y to confirm deletion, or press N to stop the procedure.

5. Exit the CDR menu.

Parent topic: Operation (Text Console)