Windows 10: BitLocker Encryption - Device Not Ready Error

Discus and support BitLocker Encryption - Device Not Ready Error in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi All I tried encrypting my external hard disk with bit locker and unfortunately it got paused. When I tried to resume the encryption it says device... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by arul sezhian, Nov 13, 2022.

  1. ARUL SEZHIAN
    arul sezhian Win User

    BitLocker Encryption - Device Not Ready Error


    Hi All I tried encrypting my external hard disk with bit locker and unfortunately it got paused. When I tried to resume the encryption it says device not ready and i am unable to resume the process. Can anyone please help me in resuming the encryption process?* Moved from Community Center

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    arul sezhian, Nov 13, 2022
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  2. YASHWANTH KOTAKURI
    Yashwanth Kotakuri Win User

    Device Encryption not avaiable

    Hello Fraczek,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

    We understand your concern in this regard.

    • Are you referring to BitLocker Drive Encryption?
    • What preventing you from doing this?
    • Did you get any error message or code while doing this?

    Before you come up with the above information, suggest you to refer the article

    Help protect your files using BitLocker Drive Encryption     and see if it help you.

    Do refer the article
    Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption Step-by-Step Guide     and check if it help you with the required information.

    Keep us posted if you require further assistance.
     
    Yashwanth Kotakuri, Nov 13, 2022
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  3. LEVIOZAR GAM
    Leviozar Gam Win User
    Device Encryption vs Bitlocker

    Hi David,

    Since you would like to know more about Bitlocker and device encryption, we suggest that you check and review our advance support site about the overview of Bitlocker and device encryption on this

    link    .

    The overview provide details between the two programs that might help you to decide.

    Regards.
     
    Leviozar Gam, Nov 13, 2022
    #3
  4. LSE123POLIS
    Lse123polis Win User

    BitLocker Encryption - Device Not Ready Error

    Bitlocker vs device encryption in settings

    Exist case a w 10 pro PC - old was w 7 pro...
    to support Only Bitlocker and NOT
    device encryption in settings... see shot above....?

    reply:

    • Yes this PC not support device encryption in settings only Bitlocker
    • No supports both...
     
    Lse123polis, Nov 13, 2022
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