Laptop unable to use BitLocker on drive with loaded hours limit

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The drive has spent too much time in an active, high-power state.

Symptoms
  • General sluggishness
  • High temp
  • SMART warning
Possible Causes
  • Server-like usage on a laptop
  • No power saving

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Check SMART Attribute 221

Monitor "G-Sense Error Rate" or "Loaded Hours".

2

Enable Power Saving

Let the drive sleep when not in use.

3

Replace Drive

The drive is worn out.

When to See a Technician

Loaded hours are a better indicator of wear than simple power-on hours.

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