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

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

File info

General information
Filename msports.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows 8
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 8
Details
File size 42452
Oldest file 2008-01-21
Latest file 2017-04-24
msports.PNF

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

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

msports.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to msports.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 msports.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your msports.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 msports.PNF
System Windows 8.1
File size 42452 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 0759fdb9f3476c584da58ae9191d73fd
SHA1 d403c88cfb0e93d2a51c7e0f303b2ec6414c65aa
SHA256 129e913ea287d43e4886b618582f0595c11e95de48fa9dacda1ff9f1bcf04d56
CRC32 866de71c
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows 8.1
File size 42452 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 bbda789c3f5a556de78be5808de7fbe1
SHA1 6ceada9d4a76d849c8227da0c0bc2e8be52819a9
SHA256 95021e5d5f72859f57c595f419a1746fe58b006cc9a7d6f7a0c8e22860245036
CRC32 0cb546a6
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 42452 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 2814ac13367caa6a4ebe900830be82e4
SHA1 feafeaffcd2aaf4ab7f50baecab2a26cb2797e0d
SHA256 b43c5c68330899d326521b93e998cfcbf113083567abd6bddfce38ead9ffce8f
CRC32 728900ab
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 42452 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 3a1d0920f4f1d5666a8ba617e0a05854
SHA1 c90187eeb14c6087258f73d12e027ae2854228d0
SHA256 93875ce72cc72bf27efdf843db0e3cceb81d34efeaf1a712d27c5e3c4aa1e4a1
CRC32 3fb87c60
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\msports.inf_x86_a3be8eb95e2e314b\
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 37584 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 544c762c5aaaa28af8544632c6926d27
SHA1 5d44c64b982120227e75fc083d60de59d8210fcf
SHA256 a2a711bb588502edec8f16b170ef967260e9a3de5da2be4c7697d06767c3d21a
CRC32 007be4dd
Example file location ---
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 39100 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 a79a2107d8fd477a7da10f4cef0d695c
SHA1 1a01e74fd976f30f1f83fd6ad6dc8ec6bab7bc8f
SHA256 07c808960e9af001a69f8d64dc0be7ca6e31e8396651a3cec6adace350de526a
CRC32 2acac6e1
Example file location ---
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows Vista
File size 37456 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 f6d9b54fc917ec391877fa9e8c7603a5
SHA1 691e37939344a0f859a0d2f2d4291328df7f08af
SHA256 c0eb5d6ec00899b0eef4da65e259bbf7f5eddccb9f1a726ff60552507389f66a
CRC32 70491692
Example file location ---
Filename msports.PNF
System Windows XP
File size 30232 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 07b49b22b95aa4344dbcbaafd7dada20
SHA1 fb0d9ed105d547a557cdf20ea3612889ece44be9
SHA256 03661b4e4bd4d7b1a2b6ed9935c8b477d89840722f7645e1e9bd2bb27be6c8c2
CRC32 3dff47f6
Example file location ---