To automate the backup of BitLocker keys to AD, you must configure a Group Policy Object. Step-by-Step GPO Setup:
It is a common headache: a drive is encrypted, but the "BitLocker Recovery" tab is empty. This usually happens if the machine was encrypted before the GPO was applied. The Fix: Force a Manual Backup active directory bitlocker key
You can use PowerShell to push an existing key to AD without decrypting the drive: powershell To automate the backup of BitLocker keys to
The primary benefit of storing BitLocker keys in AD is operational efficiency. In the event a user is locked out, they can contact the help desk, provide the Key ID, and be back at work within minutes. There is no need for the physical transport of USB keys or the uncertainty of printed documents. The Fix: Force a Manual Backup You can
The storage architecture is handled through two primary objects within Active Directory: