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bitlocker won't open
bitlocker has locked my computer. I have the key. Then takes me to options which aren't unlocking. Hel;
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
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2026-10-02T20:11:03.47+00:00
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David Hope
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2026-10-02T20:11:18.3466667+00:00
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inaccessible boot device loop, also not starting from USB, no prompt or whatever
After reinstallation Windows 11 the laptop runs in a loop with the above message. I cannot reached, a prompt or menu or the repair menu (after on/of 3 times) The loop cannot be stopped and it repeats time after time. F8 works but I cannot use any key to…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-09-28T15:20:14.0433333+00:00
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Dini Bouwhuis
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2026-10-02T19:42:58.3333333+00:00
Dini Bouwhuis
20
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How do I find the Downloads tab on File Explorer after I deleted it?
I was trying to clear up space on my computer a couple days ago, and accidentally deleted the Downloads tab in File Explorer. I can't find any way to bring it back, and I need help. It's not in my Recycle Bin.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-10-02T01:54:39.95+00:00
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Colton Scott
25
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2026-10-02T19:41:51.26+00:00
Colton Scott
25
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3 answers
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Device name compared to Bitcode recovery key
I have four (4) different laptops with a different Bitcode recovery key. However, I am unable to associate each laptop with their Bitcode recovery key. I need to find a way to recognize what Bitcode goes with what laptop.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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How to obtain a Bit-Locker Key
How can we obtain a Bit-Locker key for PC (PII Removed)? There used to be a number to reset although unable to locate.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-10-02T12:23:09.79+00:00
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Scott Mooney
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2026-10-02T12:57:55.9533333+00:00
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DaveM121 (2)
16,645
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Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
Reinstall Windows 11
I am trying to reinstall windows Surface pro X tablet and it will not boot to the usb after i have swap the boot and made a recovery usb
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-10-01T14:42:40.88+00:00
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Tamiaus Nalls
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2026-10-02T00:16:53.12+00:00
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Clary-N
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Moderator
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Incorrect Recovery Email Address
The recovery email address for my Microsoft account is incorrect (a letter is missing in the domain) and therefore I cannot get the code to access my Microsoft account. I cannot recall all the details for this Microsoft account, so I have not been…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-10-01T21:16:16.12+00:00
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Kisha
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2026-10-01T21:58:56.9533333+00:00
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John Jefferson Doyon
88,810
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Independent Advisor
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I have been locked out of my computer due to Bitlocker and tried logging into another device/computer to retrieve the key but there is none, how can i obtain a key to unlock this?
bitlocker updated and locked me out of my HD, I have no idea where I placed the code. I cant remember which email address I used to sign into the laptop. I have more than one computer. I could some help here. thanks Kit
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-10-01T18:00:25.47+00:00
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Carsen Kontir
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2026-10-01T18:34:14.93+00:00
EmilyS726
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How to install Windows 11; error 0xc0e90002 during installation attempt #0xc0e90002
Hello.I am trying to install Windows 11 on a Lenovo X13 Gen 1. I created the installation media using the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, but the installation attempt fails with error 0xc0e90002. I created a second USB drive using Rufus (to rule out a…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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Hi i deleted 3 recovery partitions from my Dell windows 11 home, But now i need to replace them.
Hi i used information from Microsoft Ignite to delete 3 recovery partitions from my Dell windows 11 home system so that i could expand my c: drive. All went well But now i need to replace them, There were 3. Numbered 4,5,6. Thanks in advance for any help…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-09-29T12:48:53.8933333+00:00
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David Simpson
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2026-10-01T07:49:16.8533333+00:00
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Hendrix-V
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Moderator
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How to get my Bitlocker Recovery Key
I am going to https://aka.ms/myrecoverykey but can't get past the sign in page. It asks for a verification code but nothing appears. Have looked in junk folder,nothing there. Then the code appears in my inbox about 3 hours later and when I type it in it…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-09-27T10:48:05.4366667+00:00
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Vera Bangs
0
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2026-10-01T07:38:02.6466667+00:00
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Thomas4-N
22,300
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
9 answers
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File History stopped working after a recent update
And now I can't get it to work. I've done all the things suggested, including creating a new directory on several drives and deleting the File History configuration on my computer. File History will let me select the new location, turn the application…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-09-16T15:44:35.91+00:00
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Carolyn Kay
50
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answered
2026-10-01T03:40:48.8733333+00:00
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LironL
5
Reputation points
9 answers
File History problems after installing KB5124008
Ran Windows Update on two sepearate Windows 11 computers that were all up to date as of Saturday morning - broke File History Today I ran File History on 2 computers - both ran correctly. Then ran Windows Update and File History on both are now broken.…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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Bitlocker Key and Non existent Microsoft account
How do I access a bitlocker key for an outlook account that I have never used once? i have been locked out of my laptop because of bitlocker. i do not have the bitlocker key. the outlook account it is linked too, is have legit never been used before. It…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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Sign into personal account
My original Microsoft account was created with an email I no longer use and the site no longer exists. I can't sign in to update my information. And all attempts to recover the original email account have been futile.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-09-29T01:54:15.5266667+00:00
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Tracy Trussler
0
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2026-09-29T02:39:10.96+00:00
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Christine Luna
27,195
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
1 answer
restore points keep disapearing have yellow triangle with
restore points keep disappearing and slider goes to zero yellow triangle on page
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
asked
2026-09-29T00:56:02.0233333+00:00
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shirley white
0
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answered
2026-09-29T01:44:50.27+00:00
raymond osei
80
Reputation points
1 answer
recovery key
where is my recovery key? It looks like I lost it.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
asked
2026-09-28T21:15:56.83+00:00
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Girma Agonafer
0
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answered
2026-09-28T21:48:07.7666667+00:00
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Lester Bernard Reyes
85,505
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
0 answers
File History Does not Turn On -Problem and Hard Fought Solution
I spent two months trying to solve this problem and succeeded. I see older post of folks who have similar issues, but they are locked and so I have no way to reach them. My hope is that the fulling will save those with the same problem lots of misery. •…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
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2026-05-16T21:28:58.75+00:00
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CDub
0
Reputation points
commented
2026-09-28T15:08:53.2933333+00:00
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Francis Johnstone
5
Reputation points
3 answers
Win11 File History Troubleshooting
Win11 file history is no longer executing the scheduled file backups to my network connected external hard drive. The network drive is connected and working. Files can be manually saved to the external drive, but the File History is not backing up to the…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
asked
2026-07-30T19:28:51.0433333+00:00
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Tony Catanese
10
Reputation points
commented
2026-09-28T06:38:47.5266667+00:00
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Lychee-Ng
28,910
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
3 answers
how do I fix my system restore to an earlier date
When I tried to restore my computer to an earlier date this is what I got. It happen!! Can anyone help?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
5,802 questions
asked
2026-09-26T22:09:42.2766667+00:00
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Anna Wall
45
Reputation points
answered
2026-09-27T13:44:35.81+00:00
Kapil Arya
38,491
Reputation points
Volunteer Moderator