Sign in to your Microsoft Account: Go to aka.ms/myrecoverykey and sign in with the Microsoft account linked to your device to locate the recovery key.
Check for Backups: If you have a backup of the key (e.g., printed or saved in a file), you can use it instead.
Enter the Recovery Key
On the BitLocker recovery screen, enter the 48-digit recovery key. Ensure the correct keyboard layout (in this case, US layout) is selected.
Exit Safe Mode
Restart the System: After entering the key, the system should boot normally. If it still boots into Safe Mode, try the following:
Using System Configuration Tool:
Press Win + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
In the "System Configuration" window, go to the "Boot" tab.
Uncheck "Safe boot" and click "OK."
Restart your computer.
Using Command Prompt:
Press Win + X and select "Command Prompt (Admin)" or "Windows PowerShell (Admin)."
Type the following command and press Enter:
bcdedit /deletevalue {current} safeboot
Restart your computer.
Check BitLocker Settings
Once you successfully boot into the system, check your BitLocker settings to ensure the recovery key is properly saved. Consider reconfiguring BitLocker to avoid similar issues in the future.
Contact Support
If the issue persists, contact Microsoft Support or your device manufacturer for further assistance.
By following these steps, you should be able to exit Safe Mode and resolve the BitLocker recovery key issue.
BitLocker Recovery and Safe Mode Exit
On the BitLocker recovery screen, enter the 48-digit recovery key. Ensure the correct keyboard layout (in this case, US layout) is selected.
Win + R, typemsconfig, and press Enter.Win + Xand select "Command Prompt (Admin)" or "Windows PowerShell (Admin)."Once you successfully boot into the system, check your BitLocker settings to ensure the recovery key is properly saved. Consider reconfiguring BitLocker to avoid similar issues in the future.
If the issue persists, contact Microsoft Support or your device manufacturer for further assistance.
By following these steps, you should be able to exit Safe Mode and resolve the BitLocker recovery key issue.