Software TPM

I believe this feature is available in Windows 8

Does anyone know if this is possible with Windows 7?

We have a lot of entry level laptops that don't have a TPM so instead we have to use Safeboot which can result in all manner of problems..

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srabiee

Are you wanting to enable BitLocker on these machines?

Lee H

Yes

But not using a pen drive. as this will inevitably get lost and require our (IT) intervention

Wondering if the software TPM can be installed to Windows 7 same way it is included in Windows 8

srabiee

Unfortunately it looks like using BitLocker without TPM and USB is a feature in Windows 8 only:

Tip of the Day: Bitlocker without TPM or USB - Tip of the Day - Site Home - TechNet Blogs

https://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/windows/en-US/36238431-e23d-4038-bc99-9904e0baa683/windows-7-bitlocker-without-tpm-and-without-usb-key?forum=w7itprosecurity

I'll keep doing a bit of research and if I find anything for Windows 7 I will let you know.