I bought a Lenovo LOQ laptop last year, and it's my main work machine, keeping me connected for over 8 hours a day. Recently, after returning from a work trip, I found that the USB hub isn't working and traced it back to the USB-C port. I have an Assurion protection plan, so I could send it for repair, but I'd rather not go through the hassle of shipping it off. My main concern is protecting my personal info while it's gone. I have passwords stored in Chrome, and I also do a lot of online banking, both personal and work-related. I'm looking for the best way to secure my data during this time. I've heard about BitLocker and see it's on, but I'm confused about how it works. Besides that, I'm not sure if this USB-C issue is something I could potentially fix on my own. I keep my Windows and NVIDIA drivers up to date, and the USB-C driver was updated recently. Any suggestions on how to proceed?
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If you've got coverage, I would definitely recommend using it! It’s also a good time to think about storing your important data in the cloud or another service that isn’t tied to your laptop or phone. It might take some time to set up, but you'll appreciate it in the long run.
Sorry to hear about your laptop troubles! First off, never assume your data is safe when you hand over your machine to a repair shop. Always back up everything first, or even better, create a full image of your drive. Just a heads-up: you’ll need to disable BitLocker to make an image copy. You can’t be too careful with your data!
Back up your files first and consider creating a new user account with limited access for the repair tech. If they’re using that account to fix things, they shouldn’t have access to your saved passwords. Uninstalling Chrome and any sensitive apps might add an extra layer of security, too.
If I were in your shoes, I might consider swapping the SSD with a temporary one and doing a fresh install of Windows before sending it in for repairs. This way, you’d also find out if your issue is software-related. Just remember, if you're using BitLocker, keep your unlocking key safe in case they need to access your motherboard.
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