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Bitlocker Fix Instructions
Bitlocker Fix Instructions
Fix -
● Password not set - ( Right click on the c:\drive and set the bitlocker password
Fix -
● Most error checklist ( verify that TPM is set in the bios )
Run HP TPM Enabling or Dell TPM Enabling from SSC then reboot
● Always check the Bitlocker status by installing Bitlocker Status update from SSC
and verify “Fully Encrypted” 256 bit in c:\temp\Bitlocker_status.ini file in local machine
Fix - 3
3) Go in Group Policy an ensure it is set to 256 Encryption
Start\run\Group Policy ( Edit )
Then go to Administrative Templates\Windows components\Bitlocker Drive Encryption
● Choose Drive Encryption method and cipher strength ( Win10 Version )
● Set xts-Aes 256 -bit
Fix - 4
Manually turning on Bitlocker
Here are the steps to manually turn on Bitlocker. It should be noted TPM needs to be turned on
or you will be prompted to set a pin. It will still work but the user will have to remember their pin.
It's best to not have that step and enable TPM.