Laptop USB Startup Key corrupted

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The .BEK file on the USB drive is damaged or modified.

Symptoms
  • "Key not valid"
  • Error message
  • Boot hang
Possible Causes
  • Disk error
  • Accidental deletion
  • Malware

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Use Recovery Key

Get into Windows using your 48-digit key.

2

Create New Key

Remove the old protector and add a new USB key protector.

3

Run chkdsk on USB

Repair the USB drive filesystem.

When to See a Technician

Always keep a second USB key or a printed recovery key in a safe place.

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