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HPWM5CON.INI Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

HPWM5CON.INI file Windows Initialization. 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 HPWM5CON.INI related errors on your device. You can also download HPWM5CON.INI file compatible with Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix HPWM5CON.INI errors

File info

General information
Filename HPWM5CON.INI
File extension INI
Type Settings
Description Windows Initialization
Software
Program Windows Vista
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version Vista
Details
File size 138
Oldest file 2008-01-21
Latest file 2008-01-21
HPWM5CON.INI

There are various types of errors related to HPWM5CON.INI file. HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • HPWM5CON.INI is corrupted
  • HPWM5CON.INI cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - HPWM5CON.INI
  • HPWM5CON.INI file error
  • HPWM5CON.INI file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register HPWM5CON.INI file:
  • HPWM5CON.INI file could not be loaded
  • HPWM5CON.INI file doesn't exist

HPWM5CON.INI

Error

Application could not be started because HPWM5CON.INI file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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.

HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI file

The last solution is to manually download and replace HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of HPWM5CON.INI file example directory paths.

  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhp001.inf_65b34c6a\Amd64\

If the steps did not solve your HPWM5CON.INI 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 HPWM5CON.INI
System Windows Vista
File size 138 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
Download
File details
MD5 5612c1e004065e17b65a8f4406e0ff87
SHA1 8fb349ab2a526199d9b6f06ce84bc38bc76c79ee
SHA256 e6857d97de8892959e5ab4557512cf2d2286273f6d9631020efd1924ea9c8ac9
CRC32 1aeae81e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhp001.inf_65b34c6a\Amd64\