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Used computer with bitlock?

Abagail Curtis 1 Reputation point
2022-07-12T11:51:42.74+00:00

So I recently bought a Windows Surface Pro and I have done just about everything that I can do to try and get this bitlock off. When I bought it, I was unaware of the bitlock. Is there a way I can get it off with help from microsoft? Or is it just trash? I spent my money and now im wondering if it was even worth it.

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  1. MTG 1,201 Reputation points
    2022-07-12T13:01:15.347+00:00

    If you cannot get the bitlocker key from the previous owner, you will need to wipe the disk and reinstall windows.
    To do that:

    1 download the media creation tool from Microsoft and make it create an USB setup stick
    2 boot from that stick (you'll need to use instructions here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/surface/boot-surface-from-a-usb-device-fe7a7323-8d1d-823d-be17-9aec89c4f9f5
    3 when setup has booted and you are at the language selection screen, press shift F10 so that a command prompt opens.
    4 on that command prompt, launch the following 3 commands one after the other:
    diskpart
    sel disk 0
    clean
    5 now after these commands succeeded to clean the disk, close the command prompt and proceed with setup.

    A final gotcha: on a surface book2 (which is the only surface device I ever reinstalled), I witnessed a fun-fact: after reinstalling, no keyboard driver was loaded, so the keyboard did not work. I could complete setup only with an external USB keyboard and had to load drivers through windows update.

  2. Reza-Ameri 16,866 Reputation points
    2022-07-12T15:20:44.91+00:00

    In case it is a used device, we advise you to format the system and reinstall Windows.
    The system might be corrupted, and you will face other issues, you may get the Windows installer media from:
    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10?d2784474-fdb0-4e9d-9e47-5e88c0e053ec
    And boot into your device and reinstall Windows.
    Make sure you are downloading the correct edition of Windows (e.g., Home or Pro).
    You have to boot with USB.

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  3. Limitless Technology 39,511 Reputation points
    2022-07-15T14:37:17.493+00:00

    Hi Abigail,

    Thank you for posting your query. My name is Clarence, I'll be more than happy to assist you with your concern.

    To resolve your query kindly do the steps below.

    1. Open the Control Panel (icons view), and click/tap on the BitLocker Drive Encryption icon.
    2. To Turn Off Auto-unlock for Drive Encrypted by BitLocker

    Note: This is the default setting.

    A) Expand open the fixed data drive or removable data drive you want to turn on auto-unlock for. (see screenshot below)

    B) Click/tap on Turn off auto-unlock.

    You can now close the BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel if you like.

    Go to this link for your reference https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/37662-turn-off-auto-unlock-bitlocker-drive-windows-10-a.html Note

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.'

    Do not hesitate to message us if you need further assistance.

    If the answer is helpful kindly click "Accept as answer" and upvote it. Thanks.

    Best Regards,
    Clarence

    CLARENCE P

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