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1. Check Your Microsoft Account If BitLocker was set up using a Microsoft account, follow these steps: Go to Microsoft’s BitLocker Recovery Key website. (https://aka.ms/myrecoverykey) Sign in with the Microsoft account used when BitLocker was enabled. Look for the key that matches your 32-character Recovery ID. 2. Check Your Work or School Account (If Managed by IT) If your PC is managed by an organization, your IT department may have the key stored in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) or Intune: Sign in to https://myaccount.microsoft.com/ with your work/school email. Navigate to Devices > BitLocker Keys. Match the Recovery ID with one of the keys listed. 3. Check Your Active Directory (For IT-Managed PCs) If your PC is part of a company domain, ask your IT administrator to check: Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) → BitLocker Recovery tab Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) → Device > Recovery Keys5Views0likes0CommentsRe: What are some good desktop apps for Windows 11?
Jasonnmiz Here are some of my favourites. Microsoft PowerToys A set of utilities designed to enhance productivity with features like window tiling, keyboard shortcuts, and a color picker. Microsoft Store EarTrumpet A powerful volume control app for Windows that provides precise control over individual app volumes. Microsoft Store Microsoft To Do A simple task manager that integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft apps like Outlook and Teams for creating tasks and setting reminders. Download Microsoft To Do OneNote A powerful note-taking app that syncs across devices, letting you capture notes, sketches, to-do lists, and even audio recordings. Download OneNote QuickLook Provides a macOS-like preview of files by pressing the spacebar, enabling you to quickly view files without opening them. Download QuickLook Files A modern file explorer alternative to the built-in Windows Explorer, with a clean design and features like tabbed browsing. Download Files Lively Wallpaper An app that lets you set animated and interactive wallpapers on your desktop, enhancing your visual experience. Download Lively Wallpaper204Views0likes0CommentsRe: How to Switch from Legacy to UEFI BIOS Mode on Windows 11
ZevCannon Switching from Legacy BIOS to UEFI mode on a Windows 11 system requires several steps. Here’s a detailed guide to help you safely convert your system to UEFI: Prerequisites: Back up your data: This process involves changing your system boot mode and partition scheme, which can risk data loss. Always create a backup of your important files. Verify UEFI compatibility: Most modern systems support UEFI, but you should check your motherboard specifications to confirm. Step 1: Check Your Current BIOS Mode Press Win + R to open the Run dialog. Type msinfo32 and press Enter. In the System Information window, look for the “BIOS Mode” entry: If it says Legacy, you’re in Legacy BIOS mode. If it says UEFI, you're already in UEFI mode and no changes are necessary. Step 2: Convert MBR to GPT (Required for UEFI) To switch from Legacy to UEFI, the disk must use the GUID Partition Table (GPT) instead of the Master Boot Record (MBR). Windows 11 requires GPT for UEFI boot. Open an Administrator Command Prompt or PowerShell: Press Win + X and select Terminal (Admin). Run the following command to check if your disk is already GPT: bash Copy code mbr2gpt /validate This command checks if the disk can be converted to GPT. If it validates successfully, proceed to the next command. Convert the disk from MBR to GPT using the following command: bash Copy code mbr2gpt /convert This process should complete quickly. It will modify the partition style to GPT without affecting the data on the disk. Step 3: Change BIOS Settings from Legacy to UEFI Now that your disk is in GPT format, you can switch the BIOS mode to UEFI: Restart your computer and enter the BIOS setup. Usually, you can access BIOS by pressing a key like F2, Del, Esc, or F10 during the boot process (check your motherboard manual for the correct key). Once in BIOS: Look for Boot Mode or Boot Configuration options. Change Boot Mode from Legacy (or CSM) to UEFI. Save your changes and exit the BIOS. Step 4: Boot into Windows 11 in UEFI Mode After saving and exiting the BIOS, your system should restart. If all steps were followed correctly, Windows 11 should boot up in UEFI mode. Step 5: Verify UEFI Boot Once logged back into Windows: Press Win + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter. In System Information, confirm that the “BIOS Mode” now shows UEFI. Troubleshooting: If Windows doesn’t boot after switching to UEFI, re-enter BIOS and ensure that Secure Boot is disabled for initial testing. You can re-enable Secure Boot after verifying that Windows boots properly in UEFI mode. This should successfully convert your system to UEFI mode.3.2KViews1like0Comments
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