BitLocker is a Windows feature that provides encryption for data stored on a computer, protecting it from unauthorized access. With the Enable-BitLocker command, you can enable BitLocker on your system and encrypt your data. This article will explain how to use the Enable-BitLocker command, including its syntax, parameters, inputs, outputs, examples, and tips.
Syntax
The syntax for the Enable-BitLocker command is as follows:
Enable-BitLocker [-MountPoint] <String[]> [-EncryptionMethod <String>] [-UsedSpaceOnly] [-SkipHardwareTest] [-RecoveryPasswordProtector] [-PasswordProtector] [-TpmProtector] [-StartupKeyProtector] [-Confirm] [-WhatIf] [<CommonParameters>]
Parameters
The Enable-BitLocker command has the following parameters:
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| MountPoint | Specifies the mount point of the volume to be encrypted. |
| EncryptionMethod | Specifies the encryption method to use for the volume. |
| UsedSpaceOnly | Specifies that only the used space on the volume should be encrypted. |
| SkipHardwareTest | Specifies that the hardware test should be skipped. |
| RecoveryPasswordProtector | Specifies that a recovery password should be used for the volume. |
| PasswordProtector | Specifies that a password should be used for the volume. |
| TpmProtector | Specifies that a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) should be used for the volume. |
| StartupKeyProtector | Specifies that a startup key should be used for the volume. |
| Confirm | Prompts for confirmation before running the command. |
| WhatIf | Shows what would happen if the command were to run without actually running the command. |
Inputs
The Enable-BitLocker command does not accept any inputs.
Outputs
The Enable-BitLocker command does not return any outputs.
Examples
The following example shows how to enable BitLocker on the C: drive:
Enable-BitLocker -MountPoint C: -EncryptionMethod Aes256 -UsedSpaceOnly -RecoveryPasswordProtector
The following example shows how to enable BitLocker on the C: drive and skip the hardware test:
Enable-BitLocker -MountPoint C: -EncryptionMethod Aes256 -UsedSpaceOnly -RecoveryPasswordProtector -SkipHardwareTest
Tips
When using the Enable-BitLocker command, keep the following tips in mind:
- Make sure you have a backup of your data before running the command.
- Make sure you have a recovery password or key in case you forget your password.
- Make sure you have a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) installed on your system.
- Make sure you have a startup key in case you need to boot your system from a different device.
- Make sure you have enough free space on the drive you are encrypting.
Conclusion
The Enable-BitLocker command is a powerful tool for encrypting data stored on a computer. With the command, you can enable BitLocker on your system and protect your data from unauthorized access. By following the syntax, parameters, inputs, outputs, examples, and tips outlined in this article, you can easily use the Enable-BitLocker command to encrypt your data.