How to Download and Fix prnfxcl2.PNF?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnfxcl2.PNF file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

User popularity

Fix prnfxcl2.PNF errors

1 Information about prnfxcl2.PNF file
2 Errors related to prnfxcl2.PNF file
3 How to fix prnfxcl2.PNF related errors?

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

4 Download prnfxcl2.PNF

4.1 List of prnfxcl2.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	prnfxcl2.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	37236
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common prnfxcl2.PNF file related problems

There are various types of errors related to prnfxcl2.PNF file. prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

prnfxcl2.PNF is corrupted
prnfxcl2.PNF cannot be located
Runtime Error - prnfxcl2.PNF
prnfxcl2.PNF file error
prnfxcl2.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register prnfxcl2.PNF file:
prnfxcl2.PNF file could not be loaded
prnfxcl2.PNF file doesn't exist

prnfxcl2.PNF

Application could not be started because prnfxcl2.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF errors in just few steps?

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

prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnfxcl2.PNF file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_de1cc06139ac5034\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\

If the steps did not solve your prnfxcl2.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 prnfxcl2.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 37236 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

Download

File details
	MD5	ef1926f3e92d2ab432bdb3becd732b44
	SHA1	b5da13b0a7acbf5c2af156d7834b0a23ea72f39e
	SHA256	03f93e804d518a03c736c4f021b97e127cc93d6ebf3903599d2315f66ee39aa0
	CRC32	75ea17fe
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_de1cc06139ac5034\

Filename prnfxcl2.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 36864 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

Download

File details
	MD5	0217dfc14ab9bffa292713f64d18f289
	SHA1	59b5afa0c389f9f4c8f764ae2378d2fbe43ec869
	SHA256	7f417bccb5d40a9fde12e1f0e39ddaffb7430ade5e6f70ac141365777e06cd45
	CRC32	52d4c52f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\

Filename prnfxcl2.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 33512 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

Download

File details
	MD5	3e020670817ea21c7e41417b7faad44f
	SHA1	458717c43e999e5d005f1c0b922aa3d9601462e3
	SHA256	8c122612521a1bac64643ff8765774190758fc8f33c163fd424d11d2d8d36588
	CRC32	2c1b0247
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\

Filename prnfxcl2.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 33512 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	c2af3b5623ec6afb162f5b2e424b5148
	SHA1	3a657e8046cb032d5002c28294527a0c7a2ee637
	SHA256	1a69dc48b5af1342f554e5a17b671e7b66a2900e66b3929cf45b13472fa6ac56
	CRC32	13880d07
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnfxcl2.inf_x86_3c605add974b1312\