Windows 10: BitLocker on Windows 10

Discus and support BitLocker on Windows 10 in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I have a laptop with Windows 10 on it but all the information about BitLocker seems to be for Windows 7. The laptop doesn't boot up. It goes straight... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by SteveSvejda, Apr 10, 2020.

  1. BitLocker on Windows 10


    I have a laptop with Windows 10 on it but all the information about BitLocker seems to be for Windows 7. The laptop doesn't boot up. It goes straight to the BitLocker recovery screen. There is nothing that I can do with this hard drive and all the steps given to me leads me to the same Help files that I have read over and over again. I am supposed to be able to get the key off of my Microsoft account but it is nowhere to be found. This laptop has been in for repairs and the last time it was for a new hard-drive that is less than 6 months old. where do I get this key?

    :)
     
    SteveSvejda, Apr 10, 2020
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  2. Paola Gar Win User

    Need to turn off Bitlocker to install Windows 10

    Hi,

    We suggest doing the following steps again to resolve the issue. To complete the procedure, make sure that you have the following information:

    • You must be able to provide administrative credentials.
    • The drive must be BitLocker-protected.
    To suspend BitLocker Drive Encryption on an operating system drive, please follow the steps below:

    • Click Start, click Control Panel, click
      System and Security, and then click BitLocker Drive Encryption.
    • Click Suspend Protection for the operating system drive.
    • A message is displayed, informing you that your data will not be protected while BitLocker is suspended and asking if you want to suspend BitLocker Drive Encryption.
    • Click Yes to continue and suspend BitLocker on the drive.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Paola Gar, Apr 10, 2020
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  3. BitLocker on Windows 10

    Hi,

    Thank you for the response and keeping the status updated.

    This could be due to some corruption in the system files, please check the methods below and see if it helps:

    Method 1:

    I suggest you to start the BitLocker Device Encryption service.

    Follow the below steps:

    • Press Windows key + R from the Keyboard.
    • Type services.msc and hit Enter.
    • Search for BitLocker Device Encryption service.
    • Double click on BitLocker Device Encryption service and click on
      Start button.
    • Click on the dropdown list and set the Startup type to
      Automatic.

    Method 2: Please try the steps provided in the given article.

    Unlock a BitLocker-protected drive

    If the issue persists, follow method 2.

    Method 3: Perform SFC scan

    I would suggest you to perform SFC scan and check if that helps. The
    sfc/scannow command scans all protected system files and replaces incorrect versions with correct Microsoft versions. It is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore
    corrupted files.

    Refer the link: Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted
    system files


    Note: Link applies to Windows 10 as well.

    More information:
    BitLocker Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


    Let us know the status of the issue. We will be glad to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Ruth Buruga, Apr 10, 2020
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  4. Ahhzz Win User

    BitLocker on Windows 10

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Apr 10, 2020
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