Windows 10: External Encrypted devices

Discus and support External Encrypted devices in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Hi, Is it possible to have/set up an external encrypted hard drive (USB) on Windows that can be used on other machines where I don not have... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by PaulE, Apr 23, 2019.

  1. PAULE
    PaulE Win User

    External Encrypted devices


    Hi,

    Is it possible to have/set up an external encrypted hard drive (USB) on Windows that can be used on other machines where I don not have Administrative access (to install any thing).

    I think it would need an pure portable implementation of that encryption host.
    Or is there anything installed in Windows 10 that comes with the basic installation that can be used by any user? (and would this work with Linux as well?)

    :)
     
    PaulE, Apr 23, 2019
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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, Jun 28, 2019
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  3. SPEEDY11131
    speedy11131 Win User
    external drive and encryption?

    This question is two-fold.

    First I would like an external enclosure that is rugged and shock resistant (static electricity and the like, being winter and all) for a 3.5inch SATA drive.
    Barring that, an external drive with the above. What would you guys recommend?

    Also, I was wondering, is there a tool to encrypt the entire hard drive, but that does NOT ask to format said encrypted disk? I tried TrueCrypt, and last time I did, it asked me to format the drive because it was not recognized. I know there are alternatives, but I forgot their names. Price is of no concern if it is able to do so. any suggestions? Does Windows not show "drive must be formatted" on TrueCrypt drives anymore?

    Best way would be if I plug in the drive, it asks for password automatically or something...
     
    speedy11131, Jun 28, 2019
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  4. GERALD MAL
    Gerald Mal Win User

    External Encrypted devices

    Encryption

    Hello Miriam,

    For us to be able to isolate your concern why your devices page says it is not encrypted when you've turn on encryption, kindly answer these questions:

    • Does this happen before you encrypt the device?
    • Which Windows version currently running on your device?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    We will be waiting for update.
     
    Gerald Mal, Jun 28, 2019
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