How to Repair Hwcompat.txt (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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Plain Text files, such as hwcompat.txt, are considered a type of Text (Plain Text) file. They are associated with the TXT file extension, developed by TechyGeeksHome for Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 3.6.

The first version of hwcompat.txt was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 09/25/2019 inside Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591. The newest file release date for Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 3.6 was 08/02/2018 [version 3.6].

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple TXT file troubleshooting, and list of free hwcompat.txt downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: hwcompat.txt
File Extension: TXT file extension
File Type: Text
Description: Plain Text
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 3.6
Developer: TechyGeeksHome
Software: Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10
Software Version: 3.6
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 740638
Oldest File Date: 10/05/2019
Latest File Date: 03/16/2020


What are hwcompat.txt Error Messages?


General hwcompat.txt Runtime Errors

hwcompat.txt file errors often occur during the startup phase of Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10, but can also occur while the program is running. These types TXT errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 is running. Here are some of the most common hwcompat.txt runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\hwcompat.txt

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most TXT errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your hwcompat.txt file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, hwcompat.txt file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10, system crash while loading or saving hwcompat.txt, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix hwcompat.txt Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your hwcompat.txt issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the hwcompat.txt error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 software.

You can uninstall Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 3.6 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 3.6

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many hwcompat.txt error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the hwcompat.txt error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your hwcompat.txt File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate hwcompat.txt file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free hwcompat.txt files for every applicable version of Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download hwcompat.txt Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 folder location:
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  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve hwcompat.txt problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download hwcompat.txt Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying hwcompat.txt to your appropriate Windows system directory. TechyGeeksHome typically does not release Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10 TXT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing hwcompat.txt and all other TXT files for Cisco VPN Client Fix for Windows 8.1 and 10. An incorrectly installed TXT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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