Enable BitLocker without a TPM



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Vista tells you it needs a TPM for BitLocker, but it lies. Follow these steps to enable BitLocker without a TPM:


1. Open the group policy editor by clicking Start, typing gpedit.msc, and then pressing Enter.

2. Navigate to Computer ConfigurationAdministrative TemplatesWindows ComponentsBitLocker Drive Encryption.

3. Double-click Control Panel Setup: Enable Advanced Startup Options.

4. Click Enable. Then, select the Allow BitLocker Without A Compatible TPM checkbox.

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5. Click OK.

Now, you can enable BitLocker without a TPM.

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2 Responses to “Enable BitLocker without a TPM”

  1. benjamin says:

    Wow, that was certainly well hidden, eh? Great find!

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