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Download and Fix gameport.PNF

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

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

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename gameport.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows XP
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 14192
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-04-24
gameport.PNF

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

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

gameport.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to gameport.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 gameport.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\gameport.inf_amd64_neutral_fe5c4f29488f121e\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\gameport.inf_amd64_neutral_fe5c4f29488f121e\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows XP: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your gameport.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 gameport.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 13148 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 e11a945da8ab2f90de307a6c9a7d19b3
SHA1 87acfe6a2837692c93aa8c410a2cbedc9f51c9a2
SHA256 ce5a50e21e0e49ea350db463c4e20608105010bb8a93c32743caf7bbbd848549
CRC32 17a70c05
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename gameport.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 12480 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 13db22f004178065a57956e48e9cd5a8
SHA1 547e695b34f191951ca636a3820b26b684e7e78a
SHA256 f3ef98366a7555abb485ef8cc546d5c52d9e4a14036ad010ea6dc8265ac1a3a7
CRC32 23b4f839
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\gameport.inf_amd64_neutral_fe5c4f29488f121e\
Filename gameport.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 4ab139b05af3fc017b66198c83971226
SHA1 7712df6d91df1051f62dcb846ac036d611315395
SHA256 1edefdb01fa925e016eb4d2e3ffed9992e77d4bb89aabcc37de7368deb7efbbb
CRC32 b38a07a7
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\gameport.inf_amd64_neutral_fe5c4f29488f121e\
Filename gameport.PNF
System Windows Vista
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 81ad75112e162df767499d7d826ceb61
SHA1 4a5a97f6e29776fb81cbe9c4a1642f59c15b5833
SHA256 631f20b2fbd9570f8914fcf72c56c95ee2185c6826182c2e0c97cccd9b5f3362
CRC32 17cc416e
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename gameport.PNF
System Windows XP
File size 14192 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 35e1731ac4e509bd1d9f5f1e137fa3f8
SHA1 f9a0cb5b517c6d321227f95c12a2c5e6723c34f2
SHA256 6c1e83687d79acb5b4b51314ed73855e15eebdc20b0a294230fb232e7258e603
CRC32 7cd56da9
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\