Unlock BitLocker drives

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In order to be able to use a BitLocker-encrypted disk, you will need to unlock and attach it first. The program support for 3 general methods to unlock a BitLocker drive:

 

oRecovery Key. This method is used by default. Windows generates a 48-digit numeric recovery key every time a user initiates the BitLocker encryption.

oPassword. A simple alphanumeric passphase that is used to unlock BitLocker-encrypted disks in addition to Recovery Key.

oUSB Key. A binary file, typically with *.bek extension, that is stored on an external drive (eg. USB).

 

If the target computer is a part of a domain organization, you can also obtain the Recovery Key by contacting your domain administrator.

 

After the selected BitLocker disk is unlocked, the program decrypts and attaches the drive, so you can proceed with any common task for this disk: file copying, password resetting and searching, etc.

 

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