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InfDefaultInstall.exe Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing InfDefaultInstall.exe files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent InfDefaultInstall.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

InfDefaultInstall.exe file INF Default Install. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of InfDefaultInstall.exe related errors on your device. You can also download InfDefaultInstall.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
File extension EXE
Description INF Default Install
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
InfDefaultInstall.exe

There are various types of errors related to InfDefaultInstall.exe file. InfDefaultInstall.exe file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to InfDefaultInstall.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • InfDefaultInstall.exe is corrupted
  • InfDefaultInstall.exe cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - InfDefaultInstall.exe
  • InfDefaultInstall.exe file error
  • InfDefaultInstall.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register InfDefaultInstall.exe file:
  • InfDefaultInstall.exe file could not be loaded
  • InfDefaultInstall.exe file doesn't exist

InfDefaultInstall.exe

Error

Application could not be started because InfDefaultInstall.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to InfDefaultInstall.exe can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing InfDefaultInstall.exe file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

InfDefaultInstall.exe file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with InfDefaultInstall.exe file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to InfDefaultInstall.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of InfDefaultInstall.exe or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to InfDefaultInstall.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the InfDefaultInstall.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the InfDefaultInstall.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the InfDefaultInstall.exe file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace InfDefaultInstall.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace InfDefaultInstall.exe file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded InfDefaultInstall.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of InfDefaultInstall.exe file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your InfDefaultInstall.exe file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows 10
File size 11776 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 70672d6afd7a4c54db45d891cf89b6f9
SHA1 32a3ebc90fe7d437f8e1c8cf3e0f61af0d1e47af
SHA256 cc93bb3c4756a39c66df5e86a674c987f5bc4161c5fced9e924884b94b0733ca
CRC32 7c0a33e8
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 5ec06358941cb2d40fd7963a664be507
SHA1 b8065e1529f71f9d24a371f4124cd92f8d7d7e0f
SHA256 134e40391e97a3ba5fe6e3b2433a430fce46d2a678fe2cfd15e48af59428a375
CRC32 259c4cd8
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows 8
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 174d2da892ef563d955ddeb6616f32cf
SHA1 e84e85ccd02ddb415fc9fb900cc545f4a61d092d
SHA256 30e42f5e5b0c387958aacae22c696f6ddd647443c5774895cd1f8897b0aac26e
CRC32 7f3c9868
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows 7
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 7f5924af8b6338c8c7913d4c2482150b
SHA1 5836fe57b132bde9e696f20a42885cbd162223f4
SHA256 8f5f159c32279c25aaa8662044ba61e0d0415e53e14efcbb735d96d7568d86fb
CRC32 8827db83
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows 7
File size 9216 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 c48df234ae4338374d729c2d2b6171c8
SHA1 2369b6720287bd8b750b6ec79c4d8013ceaa4953
SHA256 cbec632a7964b150731588a5b03de4c1fbfc5343de340650081c347cb4821ace
CRC32 98b71b12
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 11264 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 2bfce60263f462c7e93aa3d85cc0d595
SHA1 26dc2e3e6c9fc877f12f16acaefdd3f9a2c6fe00
SHA256 121d2f521e7b52f6ac7e1ad0b949bd0b976ca658770178f0689c40221576e49f
CRC32 9b240e28
Example file location ---
Filename InfDefaultInstall.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 11776 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 f2ba6f31e7dac6523dba1e5193f57b48
SHA1 a2285be7a6c785219fa4a62a2dbbd17d3b7dc187
SHA256 eb66d4fe05c793f5633fb4edb37025b6a46b91d71e3b7862e5e5f87c42d97d1c
CRC32 1475eea0
Example file location ---