I secured a USB drive with BitLocker and informed it wasn't supported by my operating system?

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I secured a USB drive with BitLocker and informed it wasn't supported by my operating system?

I secured a USB drive with BitLocker and informed it wasn't supported by my operating system?

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Dwarki
Member

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08-01-2021, 07:34 PM

#1

I secured a USB drive with Bitlocker on Windows 11 Pro (23H2), then took it out and verified I could access it on another Windows 11 system. Everything worked smoothly. Later, when I reinserted it into the original device, I received an error:
"The bitlocker encryption on this drive isn't compatible with your version of Windows"
I attempted to remove and reinsert it in different ports and USB slots, but nothing resolved the issue. Now I can no longer read it (though it remains unlockable and readable on the second machine). This is my first encounter with Bitlocker and has left me uncertain about its reliability!
The device specifications are: B450 Aorus Elite/Ryzen 7 with 32GB RAM.
Anyone else faced similar difficulties with Bitlocker?

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Dwarki

08-01-2021, 07:34 PM #1

I secured a USB drive with Bitlocker on Windows 11 Pro (23H2), then took it out and verified I could access it on another Windows 11 system. Everything worked smoothly. Later, when I reinserted it into the original device, I received an error:
"The bitlocker encryption on this drive isn't compatible with your version of Windows"
I attempted to remove and reinsert it in different ports and USB slots, but nothing resolved the issue. Now I can no longer read it (though it remains unlockable and readable on the second machine). This is my first encounter with Bitlocker and has left me uncertain about its reliability!
The device specifications are: B450 Aorus Elite/Ryzen 7 with 32GB RAM.
Anyone else faced similar difficulties with Bitlocker?

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BioKing007
Junior Member

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08-03-2021, 04:37 AM

#2

It seems odd to me. Only the encrypting system can open and read a drive, while other systems cannot access it even with valid credentials. My thoughts:
1.) Look into Bitlocker functionality: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/window...locker/faq
2.) Encrypt another USB stick and test if the issue persists.

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BioKing007

08-03-2021, 04:37 AM #2

It seems odd to me. Only the encrypting system can open and read a drive, while other systems cannot access it even with valid credentials. My thoughts:
1.) Look into Bitlocker functionality: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/window...locker/faq
2.) Encrypt another USB stick and test if the issue persists.

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BAPTIM
Junior Member

35

08-08-2021, 04:36 PM

#3

Which encryption technique were you employed for BitLocker: the password-based approach, the smart card solution, or the TPM-integrated method? The password method remains unaffected by hardware or software variations.

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BAPTIM

08-08-2021, 04:36 PM #3

Which encryption technique were you employed for BitLocker: the password-based approach, the smart card solution, or the TPM-integrated method? The password method remains unaffected by hardware or software variations.

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ohbabyitsnicki
Member

101

08-08-2021, 05:57 PM

#4

I utilized the password method, precisely because of that. The password functioned correctly on the second machine when I attempted it

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ohbabyitsnicki

08-08-2021, 05:57 PM #4

I utilized the password method, precisely because of that. The password functioned correctly on the second machine when I attempted it

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Coal2Crazy
Junior Member

9

08-09-2021, 01:36 PM

#5

Yes, it is safe to remove the hardware pop-up box prior to disconnecting the drive.

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Coal2Crazy

08-09-2021, 01:36 PM #5

Yes, it is safe to remove the hardware pop-up box prior to disconnecting the drive.

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NooLele
Posting Freak

847

08-11-2021, 05:26 AM

#6

It stays clear on the second device, yet fails on the one that encrypted it

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NooLele

08-11-2021, 05:26 AM #6

It stays clear on the second device, yet fails on the one that encrypted it