- Find your BitLocker recovery key - Microsoft Support
A BitLocker recovery key is needed when BitLocker can’t automatically unlock an encrypted drive in Windows This key, which is a 48-digit number, is used to regain access to the drive
- Create installation media for Windows - Microsoft Support
Installation media, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation of Windows, or reinstall Windows To create installation media, go to the software download website, where step-by-step instructions can be found On that website, you can select a version of Windows and create installation media on ar a USB flash Alternatively, an ISO
- Back Up Your BitLocker Recovery Key - Microsoft Support
Important: Microsoft Support doesn't have the ability to retrieve, provide, or recreate a lost BitLocker recovery key
- Windows File Recovery - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use Windows File Recovery app to restore or recover lost files that have been deleted and are not in the recycle bin
- Recovery Drive - Microsoft Support
The Recovery Drive utility in Windows is a valuable tool designed to back up essential system files needed to restore a PC to its original state This utility creates a USB recovery media that can help you restore your Windows device to its factory settings, even if you replace the hard drive or completely wipe the drive The recovery media includes built-in Windows files, any updates
- Recovery options in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn about the recovery options in Windows Find out how to reset your PC, go back to a previous version of Windows, or use media to reinstall Windows
- Microsoft Support
Microsoft Support is here to help you with Microsoft products Find how-to articles, videos, and training for Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Windows 11, Surface, and more
- Creating and using a USB recovery drive for Surface
Learn how to reset your Microsoft Surface and solve problems using a USB recovery drive or Surface recovery image
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