Here is how to unlock the drive where Windows is installed.
Looking for solutions to fixThe drive where Windows is installed is lockederror on windows 11?
Sometimes Malware or if 3rd party software corrupts the System Files also create such issue on windows 11.
To access advanced boot options you gotta start/Boot the system from installation media.
If you dont have here is the link tocreate a windows installation mediastep-by-step.
Once you are ready with installation media insert it into your rig and reboot your PC.
Press the F12 key to save and reboot your PC.
Click Next
Now you oughta hit Repair your setup option, hit Troubleshoot then advanced options.
Note If windows start normally then no need to access advanced options.
Simply search cmd, right-punch the command prompt and select run as administrator.
Yes, you might repair hard drive errors with Check Disk on Windows 11.
Restart windows and let check disk tool check for and fix disk drive errors.
Once done see if The Drive Where Windows is Installed is Locked error comes up.
This will return the system to working condition without you having to reinstall the operating system.
The Drive Where Windows is Installed is Locked error can appear due to your hard drive.
Several users reported that their hard drive wasnt properly connected causing the error to occur.
If none above solutions work for you the last option you have is toreinstall windows 11.
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