Windows 10: Bitlocker query

Hopefully somebody can advise about a query for which I haven't been able to find an answer.

I currently use Bitdefender Filevault to store private information. This has a lot of benefits. In particular I can open any vault on any computer on which Bitdefender Total Security is installed. I have it installed on three machines. Unfortunately I've recently discovered by accident that Bitdefender is phasing out Filevaults. They didn't actually notify their users. As far as I can tell the service will just stop. It is not included for new customers as I found out recently after a friend installed Bitdefender after me saying how pleased I was with it.. They have however provided a mechanism for exporting the contents of a vault to a location you specify on your computer.

As Bitlocker comes installed with Win 10 Pro 64 I'm researching how I might use it. I know I can encrypt a partition and I know how to create a new partition on my Operating system drive. However it is the information I don't know that is concerning me.

I have no doubt that Bitlocker and other options can provide good security but the considerations are much wider than that.

For instance I've just discovered that for Bitlocker to work your motherboard needs to have a TPM device installed. In my case it is a separately purchased plug in module which I can obtain.

So my first question is should the motherboard fail and need replacing or the the TPM module be stolen for instance, will I lose the ability to retrieve the data from a backup?

I've also looked at Folderlock 7 and Stegianos 22 and they are equally vague about any such situations. Like a lot of advertising, they are pretty good at the hype but short on the details required to make a proper long term decision.

Does anybody know how Veracrypt compares when it comes to some form of disaster recovery?

Thanks in anticipation.

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Query related to using BitLocker and TPM on PC

Hi Robin,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I appreciate your interest towards BitLocker and TPM on Windows 10.



We do have a dedicated forum where you should be able to find answers to all your queries related to BitLocker and TPM. Let me help you in pointing towards the right direction, I
would suggest you to post your query on
TechNet forums, where we have support professionals with expertise on BitLocker and TPM to assist you with your query.



Articles for reference:

• BitLocker
  
• Device encryption in Windows 10
  
• BitLocker frequently asked questions (FAQ).
  
• Trusted Platform Module
  

Regards,

Prakhar Khare

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

BitLocker permanent loop

Hi Laura,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

• 
  Did you make any changes prior to this issue?
  
• 
  Are you connected to Domain?
  
• 
  Are you using Windows 10 pro?
  

I suggest you to follow the steps given in the article below and check if it helps.

BitLocker Troubleshooting: Continuous reboot loop with BitLocker recovery on a slate device - TechNet Articles - United States (English) - TechNet Wiki



Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.

 

BitLocker Encrypted Hard Drive to MAC

Hi,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.



I suggest you to perform below mentioned steps to disable BitLocker.

To disable BitLocker I would suggest you try the following steps and see if it helps.

• 
  Press Windows key + X and click on
  Control Panel.
  
• 
  Change View by from Category
  to Large Icons/Small Icons.
  
• 
  Click on BitLocker Drive Encryption and click on
  Turn BitLocker Off.
  
• 
  Follow on screen instructions. Click on Decrypt the Drive
  when the message appears.
  

I would suggest you click on the link below and refer the following article.

Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

(You can refer the steps in the above link as they are applicable for Windows 10 as well)



Check if it helps.



I hope the information helps. Please keep us posted on the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.

Thank you.