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net8185.inf Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

net8185.inf file Setup Information. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of net8185.inf related errors on your device. You can also download net8185.inf file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename net8185.inf
File extension INF
Type Driver
Description Setup Information
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 12432
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-03-18
net8185.inf

There are various types of errors related to net8185.inf file. net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • net8185.inf is corrupted
  • net8185.inf cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - net8185.inf
  • net8185.inf file error
  • net8185.inf file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register net8185.inf file:
  • net8185.inf file could not be loaded
  • net8185.inf file doesn't exist

net8185.inf

Error

Application could not be started because net8185.inf file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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.

net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf file

The last solution is to manually download and replace net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of net8185.inf file example directory paths.

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

If the steps did not solve your net8185.inf 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 net8185.inf
System Windows 10
File size 12432 bytes
Date 2013-08-22
File details
MD5 898ebff1fd3de595826efc1f1fed7039
SHA1 c8069ae2b8e63facc408e9f963ae69786c2107a2
SHA256 2639e12d0e935f46461f975452b915864eb6a681998b314cfb49fbc923d6ef90
CRC32 7bf94758
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename net8185.inf
System Windows 8
File size 11066 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 86ee57ab150b6f15daf9d5637338fdb6
SHA1 1cb14f304125f7c75c3eb5ff17940b9158d3a78f
SHA256 fafafb8978ce56032fbb16dc7e08735033e44c7d920b8a311d4d2d58880e8cfb
CRC32 d2516912
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\inf\
Filename net8185.inf
System Windows 7
File size 11180 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 f7e5f3b06a529ce834a9845a8644d524
SHA1 78a2aa051184370371880ea459568186e1fb3a97
SHA256 360670f28e9f6f1c2e2f62c29ecee3cf3d78f176117499833fbcf3599e1d1730
CRC32 8bd073b3
Example file location ---
Filename net8185.inf
System Windows Vista
File size 11152 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 4caed0a635e3fe44004c408a4756a27b
SHA1 5020d88783121d8cdbc2656d9fa4cf4b4efc87b0
SHA256 9c8ee2ecfbf4c9fcfead6d6a7c57a1b8b68096b044f721b9b1084e76af70b533
CRC32 0333bf76
Example file location ---
Filename net8185.inf
System Windows 8.1
File size 12432 bytes
Date 2013-08-22
File details
MD5 898ebff1fd3de595826efc1f1fed7039
SHA1 c8069ae2b8e63facc408e9f963ae69786c2107a2
SHA256 2639e12d0e935f46461f975452b915864eb6a681998b314cfb49fbc923d6ef90
CRC32 7bf94758
Example file location ---