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How to Download and Fix prnca00h.PNF?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnca00h.PNF file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix prnca00h.PNF errors

File info

General information
Filename prnca00h.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows 7
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 7
Details
File size 16128
Oldest file 2009-07-14
Latest file 2009-07-14
prnca00h.PNF

There are various types of errors related to prnca00h.PNF file. prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • prnca00h.PNF is corrupted
  • prnca00h.PNF cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - prnca00h.PNF
  • prnca00h.PNF file error
  • prnca00h.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register prnca00h.PNF file:
  • prnca00h.PNF file could not be loaded
  • prnca00h.PNF file doesn't exist

prnca00h.PNF

Error

Application could not be started because prnca00h.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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.

prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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 prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnca00h.PNF file example directory paths.

  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnca00h.inf_amd64_neutral_96a8e38189e54d71\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnca00h.inf_amd64_neutral_96a8e38189e54d71\

If the steps did not solve your prnca00h.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 prnca00h.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 16128 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 30fcfc6a955bbdcb114ca4e316d53d38
SHA1 84db720de7f012c1c96ebb3fa9f495af9815f9e6
SHA256 cbc96017893f0bb60f261f7d8eed2e6519f028ae26dd90e1112cef292598d080
CRC32 524f216e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnca00h.inf_amd64_neutral_96a8e38189e54d71\
Filename prnca00h.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 16128 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
Download
File details
MD5 aae01afba6b97769a00c4af25718114c
SHA1 95773175b693f9815556339d9e65ec5a7e11322b
SHA256 511a355858509c02eb8ecbd558130949eba8920da6ac5582cb5cdd633da271e4
CRC32 31136169
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnca00h.inf_amd64_neutral_96a8e38189e54d71\