Laptop BitLocker failing on drive with VSS unmounting errors

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The system cannot remove the temporary shadow copy, causing a resource lock.

Symptoms

BitLocker hangs at end
Drive cannot be ejected
System lag

Possible Causes

Files in use
Antivirus locking the snapshot

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Reboot Laptop

Force the removal of all temporary volumes.

2

Disable Antivirus

Ensure AV isn't scanning the shadow copy.

3

Check Open Handles

Use Process Explorer to see what is locking the volume.

When to See a Technician

Unmounting errors often leave "ghost" volumes that slow down the system.

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