Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with power-off retract count limit

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The drive has been powered off unsafely too many times.

Symptoms
  • Clicking
  • System hang
  • SMART warning
Possible Causes
  • Sudden power loss
  • Battery failure

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Check SMART Attribute 228

Monitor "Power-Off Retract Count".

2

Replace Battery

Prevent sudden shutdowns.

3

Replace Drive

Heads are likely damaged.

When to See a Technician

Safe shutdowns are essential for HDD health; use a good battery.

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