Troubleshoot cpu.PNF Errors and Download File

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

cpu.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 cpu.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download cpu.PNF file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download cpu.PNF

4.1 List of cpu.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	cpu.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	21620
Oldest file	2006-11-02
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common cpu.PNF file related problems

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

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

cpu.PNF

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

Problems related to cpu.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 cpu.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.

How to fix cpu.PNF errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

cpu.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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with cpu.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.

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

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
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 cpu.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 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 cpu.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the cpu.PNF file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the cpu.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 cpu.PNF file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of cpu.PNF 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 7: C:\Windows\inf\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your cpu.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 cpu.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 21620 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	c6f5907753a138248109587e0b11f46c
	SHA1	7c6640cb22108fe47634dda2670d21f5f76505d2
	SHA256	70b8df96e62028a1eda81a59eea9d9aa1d912db5203839637b2c980641b2b8f6
	CRC32	bd7a339b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\inf\

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 27088 bytes

Date 2014-11-20

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File details
	MD5	cc3be496e75ef2e8cbbfcc2a11bde139
	SHA1	660418926d00ecbab91650427c3ba72b9ace516c
	SHA256	14b4bb23fc64cbbcc27af4fde5b37a98be8abbe3064a81ee5933fd2448fc107b
	CRC32	1794fe7e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\inf\

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 26908 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	8cf06c21a1f3de9a7156a4396cbb5ea3
	SHA1	87c4b6a62f04bcbda3c902a51e6d286ca26eebb1
	SHA256	9c02d0d6d5fca02b54ad00f0618dc61676cc4548727809663e9a37e54e834560
	CRC32	12bcfd01
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\inf\

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows 7

File size 25200 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	43bd1074aded3bd36ef1e3319d2e19bb
	SHA1	0b02f3f718ad2c50c0d3c0ac0b5bca0ce8fe21cf
	SHA256	dbc3eb2dc4a12ce4e5b6677aba5b95a9b81e62bdd99a8dadfc2b8c42ae771ae6
	CRC32	08097b30
	Example file location	C:\Windows\inf\

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows 7

File size 25200 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cf7afcd02ccda309c50c5879ca63eef7
	SHA1	8a8f66fc09dfce6fc163ab5929b9c17fa2d48bee
	SHA256	d9e682dfa812cba63121275762dcf812c9e51f5c7332b516b7c85aa6afea8de3
	CRC32	51948fc8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\inf\

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows Vista

File size 27324 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	6160e30430e9f6d7738219bb8c59eb8e
	SHA1	ae43012128dcadfbad91ef4aec89898cccb1a9c1
	SHA256	7d53c7952c915eacdc4474fbc733518f6320ec230f0d8b7d44b2fd9cf29e9cfe
	CRC32	664d3327
	Example file location	---

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows Vista

File size 26932 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a361de3bc14a175f92d052b626f1a7a7
	SHA1	2c87a90acf54386bbaa1e7bdd890a6755155e999
	SHA256	96e12ca395b08d62a35b1aeec45279fee8557c5c65edc3fd58dd4ce2c190fa0f
	CRC32	0831c333
	Example file location	---

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows Vista

File size 27324 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	b5ef539e6177a70172d1a911ba33e813
	SHA1	05c40e8de202025c03a01598d4fe053a02c06849
	SHA256	187f119076a64fa3a455d58ec0d281cd73c7ef7e9dc03adac7f47d8a9da0a91a
	CRC32	a30c1591
	Example file location	---

Filename cpu.PNF

System Windows XP

File size 16972 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	50f8b9d3abb4dfa3ef7a9319a1a180c3
	SHA1	085e71e17e3289136063372c19c88e4a281d51c4
	SHA256	75521f878ff784b65c576685a5d1649965961fcc5ded8268b755b0c0580c10e3
	CRC32	8dacd462
	Example file location	---