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How to Download and Fix printupg.inf?

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

printupg.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 printupg.inf related errors on your device. You can also download printupg.inf file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP 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 Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename printupg.inf
File extension INF
Type Driver
Description Setup Information
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 7734
Oldest file 2008-04-14
Latest file 2017-03-18
printupg.inf

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

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

printupg.inf

Error

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

OK

Problems related to printupg.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 printupg.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.

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

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

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

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

If the steps did not solve your printupg.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 printupg.inf
System Windows 10
File size 7734 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 fbb5da64ff05fecfda5dc821d3b17445
SHA1 7d9199eafc134b10e1c304e63a15e767e081570f
SHA256 9bfe372463e99ace8963d3eecfd273d6a59afbcc12c1f4d5346cefcb0d163c0e
CRC32 235b6df0
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printupg.inf
System Windows 8.1
File size 4418 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 a4274e77e6dcd06ace7fc4d9d6c5f5a3
SHA1 4a137b85560d5af359a068557669ca5711802d45
SHA256 0af440913393395d6a679aafdd57bb9c0415a44767c70d2a1e01fbda3c029f59
CRC32 acdcb7c2
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printupg.inf
System Windows 8
File size 4418 bytes
Date 2012-07-25
File details
MD5 46f1a56b8da5bafd950a19cb3c3d9563
SHA1 7ae42d821c6da734758c137df7d38138f1d1bbe7
SHA256 cb7549147270deb72db01120f7b3d66106e7dc588c5ae0e87d99d3eed43a8a4e
CRC32 e437a47d
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printupg.inf
System Windows 7
File size 4345 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
File details
MD5 8532661775efab5a450c9ca81ef8ff6f
SHA1 5d0a73ad3db3481acc73bccd17ea1938767cc85b
SHA256 beddc998ead8b9d9a6a5c4756026adace01b309487607bb90c7e423b99608eb6
CRC32 a96e4218
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printupg.inf
System Windows Vista
File size 4345 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
File details
MD5 b5633d8b9a687efbdb769db76de439cf
SHA1 66bffca30d6aaa2f1d38727df19d6f5b07cff264
SHA256 4aeb9d41f93d257fefabd28eff00d39c0af80e40e335fab0f89f6755380abafc
CRC32 0c607b5b
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printupg.inf
System Windows XP
File size 18680 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 5751c400356e104d2d216edf523c9706
SHA1 8cd43789ad0f299b3558cc470dafc6ccc8933afe
SHA256 bba556bbc797a8d9998607b461fd4c12acd366794ed369456925a2784f8dd016
CRC32 179f0aaa
Example file location ---