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Will turning on bitlocker erase existing data the encrypted partition?

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Mar 15, 202616278 views
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I've got a 700GB external disk. Can i safely turn on bitlocker without erasing any data?

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Fix for: Will turning on bitlocker erase existing data the encrypted partition?

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Yes, you should be able to enable bitlocker without losing your data. It would still be a good idea to backup the data before you start the encryption process. Do Not unplug the drive while the initial encryption is being done without pressing the "…

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