Fix Failed to open the BitLocker Control Panel Tool, Error 0x80004005 in Windows (2023 updated)
Here's how to Fix Failed to open the BitLocker Control Panel Tool, Error 0x80004005 in Windows.
3/25/2023 added:
1. Enable TPM in BIOS. TPM is a hardware security module that is required for BitLocker to work. To enable TPM, follow these instructions:
Go to the BIOS settings.
Find the TPM settings and enable them.
Save the changes and exit the BIOS settings.
2. Enable BitLocker Drive Encryption. To enable BitLocker Drive Encryption, follow these instructions:
Go to the Control Panel.
Click on System and Security.
Click on BitLocker Drive Encryption.
Click on Turn on BitLocker.
Follow the on-screen instructions to encrypt your drive.
3. Update Windows. Make sure that your Windows system is up to date. To update Windows, follow these instructions:
Go to Settings.
Click on Update & Security.
Click on Check for updates.
Install any available updates.
4. Run the System File Checker tool. The System File Checker tool can fix corrupted system files that may be causing the error. To run the System File Checker tool, follow these instructions:
Open a command prompt window as an administrator.
Type the following command and press Enter:
sfc /scannow
5. Restart your computer. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the error.
If you are still having trouble, you can contact Microsoft support for further assistance.