BitLocker Partition: How to Partition A BitLocker Drive on Windows 10
Typically, most partition software cannot partition a BitLocker encrypted partition or drive, but the newest Qiling Partition Master can handle this task, allowing for BitLocker partition adjustments. To partition a hard drive using this software, follow these steps: [insert steps here].
What Is BitLocker and How Does It Work
BitLocker is a Windows encryption technology that safeguards data by encrypting Windows partitions, preventing unauthorized access and data theft.
Availability:
- Ultimate and Enterprise editions of Windows Vista and Windows 7.
- Pro and Enterprise editions of Windows 8 and 8.1.
- Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 10.
BitLocker has two encrypting modes: TPM and USB. TPM, which stands for Trusted Platform Module, is a hardware component that comes pre-installed on newer computers, providing an additional layer of security. On the other hand, USB mode uses a removable USB drive to store the encryption key, offering flexibility and compatibility with older computers.
Notes:To check if your PC has a TPM, open Device Manager by running "devmgmt.msc" and look for a node called "Secure Devices". If a TPM device is listed under this node, it indicates that your PC has a TPM.
If the TPM version does not exist on your PC, you can use USB to encrypt the Windows operating system drive, but it requires users to insert the USB boot key to start the PC. For more information on BitLocker, visit Microsoft's website.
Download the BitLocker Partition Software - Qiling Partition Master
To resize a BitLocker partition or clone an encrypted BitLocker drive without disabling protection, you can use Qiling Partition Master. This software allows you to partition a BitLocker data drive with ease.
How to Partition BitLocker Drive on Windows 10 Without Decryption
Steps to resize/delete/format/shrink partitions:
Step 1. Select the Bitlocker partition and choose the "Unlock" option, then enter your password to unlock Bitlocker.
Step 2. Click the Bitlocker partition and select the "Resize/Move" option.
Step 3.To resize your Bitlocker, you can use the Windows Disk Management tool. To do this, follow these steps:
Step 4.To initiate the partitioning or resizing of a Bitlocker drive, click on the "Execute Operation" button and then select the "Proceed" button. This will start the process of partitioning or resizing the Bitlocker drive.
Extra Tips about BitLocker Partition
1 - How to Use Bitlocker
Step 1.Input "Control and Panel" on the search box.
Step 2.Click on "System and Security" (or directly see it on "All Control Panel Items"), then choose "BitLocker Drive Encryption".
Step 3.1. Select the operating system drive or removable data drive from the list of available drives.
Step 4.Click "Turn on BitLocker".
2 - How to Unlock BitLocker Drive
Step 1.To access the BitLocker Encrypted Drive, open Windows File Explorer, then right-click on the BitLocker Encrypted Drive.
Step 2.Choose "Unlock Drive" from the menu.
Step 3.Input the BitLocker password and click "Unlock".
3 - Bitlocker Partition Encryption: How to Decrypt Bitlocker
Decryption will take more time to finish the operation.
Step 1.Input "Control Panel" on the search box.
Step 2.Click "System and Security" > Choose "BitLocker Drive Encryption".
Step 3.Find the encrypted drive to turn off the encryption.
Click "Turn off BitLocker".
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