BitLocker is an encryption feature that is available on Windows 10 and Windows Server operating systems. It is used to protect data stored on a computer or server from unauthorized access. The Resume-BitLocker PowerShell command is used to resume BitLocker encryption on a drive that has been suspended. This command is useful for administrators who need to resume BitLocker encryption on a drive that has been suspended due to an error or other issue.
Syntax of the Resume-BitLocker Command
The syntax of the Resume-BitLocker command is as follows:
Resume-BitLocker -MountPoint
Parameters of the Resume-BitLocker Command
The parameters of the Resume-BitLocker command are as follows:
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| MountPoint | The mount point of the drive that needs to be resumed. |
| Confirm | Prompts the user for confirmation before executing the command. |
| WhatIf | Shows what would happen if the command was executed without actually executing the command. |
Inputs for the Resume-BitLocker Command
The inputs for the Resume-BitLocker command are as follows:
- The mount point of the drive that needs to be resumed.
- The Confirm parameter (optional).
- The WhatIf parameter (optional).
Outputs of the Resume-BitLocker Command
The outputs of the Resume-BitLocker command are as follows:
- A message indicating that the command was successful.
- A message indicating that the command failed.
Examples of the Resume-BitLocker Command
The following is an example of the Resume-BitLocker command:
Resume-BitLocker -MountPoint C:
This command will resume BitLocker encryption on the C drive.
Tips for Using the Resume-BitLocker Command
The following are some tips for using the Resume-BitLocker command:
- Make sure that the mount point of the drive is correct before executing the command.
- Use the Confirm parameter if you want to be prompted for confirmation before executing the command.
- Use the WhatIf parameter if you want to see what would happen if the command was executed without actually executing the command.
- Make sure that the drive is not in use before executing the command.
Conclusion
The Resume-BitLocker PowerShell command is used to resume BitLocker encryption on a drive that has been suspended. This command is useful for administrators who need to resume BitLocker encryption on a drive that has been suspended due to an error or other issue. It is important to make sure that the mount point of the drive is correct before executing the command, and that the drive is not in use. The Confirm and WhatIf parameters can also be used to verify the command before executing it.