Dell Encryption does not recommend using a dual boot configuration

Summary: This article provides information about the supported recommendations when installing Dell Encryption (formerly Dell Data Protection | Encryption) software on an endpoint that is configured with multiple Operating Systems or dual-boot capabilities. ...

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Symptoms

Affected Products:

  • Dell Encryption
  • Dell Data Protection | Encryption

Dual-boot Considerations

The Dell Encryption client does not support dual boot configurations as it is possible to encrypt computer files of the other operating system, which would interfere with Dell Encryption's data encryption operation.

Note: XP Mode is not compatible with the Dell Encryption client, as XP Mode is designed to run Microsoft Windows 7 or later natively.

Cause

Not Applicable

Resolution

For more information, review the Dell Encryption Enterprise Advanced Installation Guide.

To contact support, reference Dell Data Security International Support Phone Numbers.
Go to TechDirect to generate a technical support request online.
For additional insights and resources, join the Dell Security Community Forum.

Affected Products

Dell Encryption
Article Properties
Article Number: 000129528
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 07 Sep 2023
Version:  8
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