Laptop unable to resume encryption process

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Encryption is paused but the "Resume" button fails to work.

Symptoms
  • Stuck at "Paused"
  • Error on resume
  • Button greyed out
Possible Causes
  • Disk error
  • TPM issue
  • Low battery

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Connect Charger

Windows won't resume encryption if the battery is below a certain level.

2

Run chkdsk

Ensure the drive is healthy.

3

Use Manage-bde -resume

Force resume via Command Prompt.

When to See a Technician

If it won't resume, check your battery level; Windows usually requires 20% or more to continue.

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