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printqueue.PNF Informations - Download and Fix

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

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

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename printqueue.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 7100
Oldest file 2012-07-26
Latest file 2017-04-24
printqueue.PNF

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

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

printqueue.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to printqueue.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 printqueue.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\

If the steps did not solve your printqueue.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 printqueue.PNF
System Windows 10
File size 7100 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 0263822bd6529d6c473dca6aa8859ab8
SHA1 4882f61f8d4634a833d400740fc3b75e6f70cde7
SHA256 a4fe492a9536c5f74c94106b99ac46b1e5efae3f8498a45824e56d433df822a5
CRC32 82745dd8
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename printqueue.PNF
System Windows 8.1
File size 6680 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 78bc574ae10726b5845eab2ae003ee38
SHA1 74a31ba9d64ee4890cc9925ed9adde7977efbc0b
SHA256 f776737cdb0de69916ad0614bfbc97ba852dd8a63b1b712c3d05cbf33236d26f
CRC32 ddd3965b
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
Filename printqueue.PNF
System Windows 8.1
File size 6680 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 ebac955f6df2da4ef2768090e3c2bf53
SHA1 807c3adc58f17af4f85016f47ef1ba4548941a4c
SHA256 f2523a3e81c99e1e5beccace4b96d9a39aecbcc199d2818d9eb793edeb5d586b
CRC32 fe4d6eb5
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
Filename printqueue.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 6680 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 95649481f689064b20a00284e10e2485
SHA1 86afb77f86a9981ce4110e8db62302c04e854494
SHA256 7cac3cce3e69073cf6bb0ec6356b2895f850e822a6355ea1cc85652aeb383caa
CRC32 f9c9b12c
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\
Filename printqueue.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 6680 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 ba5b75d034e6cf4b8216b893f2c9faab
SHA1 7e36247cab790c79791f923b913a3949bf5cd4a0
SHA256 0287569addd60b28acc2ef4dc63fda53fe35a5fbc3a03f0356cade267b02d2f9
CRC32 22eb277b
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\printqueue.inf_x86_97ea3c5b5c9adfd9\