When BitLocker sees a new device in the boot list or an attached external storage device, it prompts you for the key for security reasons. This is normal behavior. This problem occurs because boot support for USB-C/TBT and Pre-boot for TBT are set to On by default.
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Why am I being asked for a BitLocker recovery key?
Windows will require a BitLocker recovery key when it detects an insecure condition that may be an unauthorized attempt to access the data. This extra step is a security precaution intended to keep your data safe and secure.
What can trigger BitLocker recovery?
Bitlocker recovery mode can be triggered by a number of situations, including:
- A malicious attempt by a person or software to change the startup environment.
- Moving the BitLocker-protected drive into a new computer.
- Installing a new motherboard with a new TPM.
- Turning off, disabling, or clearing the TPM.
How do I fix BitLocker recovery key?
Reset a forgotten BitLocker PIN/password
- Restart your computer and press the Esc key in the BitLocker logon screen.
- In the BitLocker recovery screen, find the Recovery key ID.
- Contact your administrator and give them the Recovery key ID.
- In the BitLocker recovery screen, enter the recovery key.
Why is my HP laptop asking for a BitLocker recovery key?
Any Windows computer that uses BitLocker, HP or otherwise, will ask for a recovery key during boot if a TPM is installed and the TPM detects certain changes during the boot process. The most common is if the BIOS itself has been upgraded without first suspending BitLocker from the control panel.
Can BitLocker cause problems?
Some Windows 10 users who have installed the KB4535680 update from last month are experiencing problems with BitLocker. The update was released on January 12 to fix issues with Secure Boot DBX, but some users are complaining that the patch is triggering BitLocker recovery.
How did BitLocker get on my computer?
Microsoft BitLocker enabled when Windows 10 is shipped.
It has been found that once the device is registered to a Active Directory domain – Office 365 Azure AD, Windows 10 automatically encrypts the system drive. You find this once you reboot your computer and are then prompted for the BitLocker key.
Why does BitLocker keep locking my drive?
While encrypting and decrypting a drive is an easy affair, users have reported that the BitLocker keeps asking for a password even after unlocking the drive. This issue can occur due to several reasons, including hardware changes, malware, etc. Affected users made sure to elaborate on forums.
How do I fix HP BitLocker recovery?
Sign in to Windows with an administrator account. In Windows, search for and open Manage BitLocker. Click Turn on BitLocker, and then follow any on-screen instructions. When prompted, select an option to back up your recovery key.
How do I bypass BitLocker recovery key HP?
On the BitLocker recovery screen asking for recovery key, press Esc for more BitLocker recovery options and then select Skip this drive.
Can I skip BitLocker recovery?
On the initial recovery screen, don’t enter your recovery key. Instead, select Skip this drive.
Does BitLocker have a backdoor?
There is a back door, if you don’t set it to use a pin to unlock the drive. Bitlocker has the option to unlock the drive as long as the hardware hasn’t changed if you use that option someone who has control of the hardware can freeze the ram at start up and retrieve the unlock key.
How do I reset my computer without a BitLocker key?
Step 1: Go to the BIOS menu, select USB as primary Boot order. Step 2: Soon, the Window Installation page will appear, select the Country, adjust the data and click on the Next button. Step 3: When a pop-up window appears seeking the product key, just click on “I don’t have the product key”.
Where is Dell BitLocker recovery key?
Step 1. Find the Bitlocker Recovery key.
- On a printout you saved. (Type the 24-digit number recovery key from the printout)
- On a USB flash drive. (Plug the USB drive on the locked PC and follow the instructions)
- On your Microsoft Account.
- On your Azure Account if you sign in with an Azure Active Directory account.
How do I find my recovery key?
Generate a recovery key
- Go to Settings > [your name] > Password & Security.
- Tap Recovery Key.
- Slide to turn on Recovery Key.
- Tap Use Recovery Key and enter your device passcode.
- Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
- Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.
How do I bypass recovery key ID?
If you forget your password, look for the recovery key ID in the BitLocker Encryption Options Control Panel application. Select Unlock Drive and then click I cannot remember my password. The BitLocker Encryption Options application will then display a recovery key ID that you provide to Help Desk.
Can a BitLocker Drive be hacked?
The FACT is that they are generally not easy to hack at all. Bitlocker uses hardware key protection if you set it up properly – you can’t just indefinitely guess passwords, you get a few attempts and then the hardware locks you out.
Can BitLocker be cracked?
BitLocker Device Protection does NOT employ user-selectable passwords, and CANNOT be broken into by brute forcing anything.