htgcm

About this tag
The tag htgcm refers to a boot error message encountered on Windows systems, particularly after using disk cleanup and compression features. The error displays 'HTGCM is compressed. Hit ctrl + alt + del to restart' on a black screen, causing a boot loop. This issue typically arises when the HTGCM file (related to system boot) is compressed, preventing Windows from loading. Users have reported this on Windows 7, and common troubleshooting steps include using a system repair disc, attempting system restore (which may fail with error 0x800700b7), or accessing advanced boot options. The tag covers discussions about resolving this specific compression-related boot failure without original installation media.
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    Windows 7 HTGCM is compressed. Hit ctrl + alt + del to restart

    I used the disk clean function and thought I would be saving more space on the drive by checking the compress feature. Now when I boot up, after the Dell window the message shows up on a black screen, like a 'c' prompt screen HTGCM is compressed hit ctrl - alt - del to restart. When I do that...
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    • black screen boot issues compressed control alt delete dell disk cleanup disk space error htgcm operating system recovery options restore point startup repair system image system restore tech support troubleshooting windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Software