Windows 10: Windows 10 update - Bitlocker recovery loop

Hi community, need help I am using Windows 10 on Dell Inspiron 5415 Windows update received and done on 20th Sep 2022 Post which windows is NOT booting and blue screen error comes with stop code 0xc000021a Then the system shows Bitlocker Recovery screen and asks to enter key I enter the key to check the recovery options and advanced options to troubleshoot - but none of them works Windows repair doesn't work Restore at an earlier point doesn't work Startup settings - unable to boot in safe mode Disable driver signature reinforcement - does not work Uninstall updates doesn't work UEFI Firmwa

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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.

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  Did you make any changes prior to this issue?
  
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  Are you connected to Domain?
  
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  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 Recovery Loop termination

Hi Usman420,

The concern that you're having about the Bitlocker Recovery is best suited for the IT Pro users in
TechNet. We have found some threads related to it, we suggest checking this
link for more information. If the suggestion did not work
for you, you can post your own query on it.

Regards.

 

Bitlocker windows 10 and the boot loop

Hello,

Sorry to know that you are unable to boot to the Dell Venue. Let me try and assist you with the issue you are faing.

Are you entering the correct key on the recovery key entry screen?

If you do not know the BitLocker recovery key, then to get it, you may
click on this link:
BitLocker Recovery Keys. This should send the recovery key to the mobile phone number on file.

For more information, you may also refer to the article:
BitLocker recovery keys: Frequently asked questions

If you are stuck in a continuous reboot loop with BitLocker recovery on your device, then I would suggest you to refer to the article below and try the workaround given in it.

BitLocker Troubleshooting:
Continuous reboot loop with BitLocker recovery on a slate device

Let us know if it helps. If you have further queries, we will be happy to help.