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MicrosoftWindows Win32Error code

685

ERROR_REGISTRY_HIVE_RECOVERED

Alternative forms: 0x000002AD · 0x2AD · ERROR_REGISTRY_HIVE_RECOVERED · 0x800702AD

What does this code mean?

Code 685 · An issue reported by Windows Win32.

Official explanation · Original text

{Registry Hive Recovered} Registry hive (file): %hs was corrupted and it has been recovered. Some data might have been lost.

Troubleshooting and diagnostic links

First check that the document's product, version, and environment match your situation.

Source and terms of use

System Error Codes (500-999) (WinError.h) ↗

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