Need to wipe iMac 7.1 clean  - but cannot access CD drive

I have an iMac 7.1 running 10.5.8 that I want to dispose of - first I need to wipe the HD clean.
Here's the catch. I have a damaged HD that makes the machine very difficult to start up. (I finally got it running and do not want to shut down or restart)
Also it will not read my CD drive. Therefore I cannot wipe clean by using the install disc.
Are there any other ways to wipe the HD that do not depend on using the CD drive?
Many thanks - my other option is to take a hammer to it.

Remove the hard disk and keep it.

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