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Download and Fix acpitime.PNF

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

acpitime.PNF file Precompiled INF. 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 acpitime.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download acpitime.PNF file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename acpitime.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows 8
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 8
Details
File size 7428
Oldest file 2017-04-24
Latest file 2017-04-24
acpitime.PNF

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

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

acpitime.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to acpitime.PNF 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 acpitime.PNF 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace acpitime.PNF 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 acpitime.PNF file.

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

  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your acpitime.PNF 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 acpitime.PNF
System Windows 8.1
File size 7428 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 bedbd6e3d170178f55f2841dad36443b
SHA1 a7af81c628ad4d3fd566b7c1e4c17248a4c85dac
SHA256 67f3e72343f5d0244671e9e9fa2dfd2b393bd1b0e68b981bdbfeacf3be96ed5f
CRC32 30509880
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename acpitime.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 7428 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 7c227d2ee649935504ea1609583a06ba
SHA1 4e8de275411223e76c624879af7138183544a945
SHA256 9cc36aa133c7d98fcf9e326b8d23f973ea6e17c866fb93aba6e9767b3dbbce0d
CRC32 aec4ac9d
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\inf\