Laptop BitLocker decryption failing
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Unable to turn off BitLocker or decrypt the drive.
Symptoms
- Decryption stuck
- Error message
- Drive locked
Possible Causes
- Disk corruption
- Power loss during process
- Driver issue
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Use Manage-bde
Open CMD as admin and use "manage-bde -off C:" to force decryption.
2
Check Drive Health
Ensure the drive isn't failing mid-process.
3
Keep Powered On
Ensure the laptop is plugged in; decryption can take hours.
When to See a Technician
If decryption gets stuck, use the "manage-bde -status" command to see the exact percentage and error.
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