Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with read error rate limit
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The drive is failing to read data correctly, causing encryption to stall.
Symptoms
- Slow progress
- System lag
- Error message
Possible Causes
- Media wear
- Head failure
- Interference
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Check SMART Attribute 1
Monitor "Raw Read Error Rate".
2
Run chkdsk
Fix logical errors.
3
Replace Drive
High read error rates indicate a failing drive.
When to See a Technician
A high read error rate means the drive is working too hard just to see the data; encryption will push it over the edge.
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