prnhpcl3.PNF - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnhpcl3.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

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Fix prnhpcl3.PNF errors

1 Information about prnhpcl3.PNF file
2 Errors related to prnhpcl3.PNF file
3 How to fix prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF

4.1 List of prnhpcl3.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	prnhpcl3.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	73884
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common prnhpcl3.PNF file related problems

There are various types of errors related to prnhpcl3.PNF file. prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

prnhpcl3.PNF is corrupted
prnhpcl3.PNF cannot be located
Runtime Error - prnhpcl3.PNF
prnhpcl3.PNF file error
prnhpcl3.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register prnhpcl3.PNF file:
prnhpcl3.PNF file could not be loaded
prnhpcl3.PNF file doesn't exist

prnhpcl3.PNF

Application could not be started because prnhpcl3.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF errors in just few steps?

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

prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnhpcl3.PNF file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_3a6b54eb8de8ba62\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\

If the steps did not solve your prnhpcl3.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 prnhpcl3.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 73884 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	0562130768ab092eb4b4acd351a7ba48
	SHA1	1ae80793e02254280a2a0050cd763b8b0f972244
	SHA256	c678347dd492c95d02aa3fb2f179cc9d8548d9b52a8a73e1348dc3ff1a6009c6
	CRC32	6e90fcc9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_3a6b54eb8de8ba62\

Filename prnhpcl3.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 73612 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	b6aa1f463095c24e2c3a53f92dbbed30
	SHA1	330aed185576a7c10dd92c356cca979e2d2bfcd1
	SHA256	29816ea3acaee8f2cd18e23e0f27d880b6cebeeb5844bfbbf5dfd8bccec6623b
	CRC32	615fece0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\

Filename prnhpcl3.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 57416 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	806aa5f59d2fc0023bb82852a1f9e112
	SHA1	ba062863aecccf5dc9d5df026f3d6499215f8df6
	SHA256	600bbe2a212344661a23f8bf777fb643a5e59ad8e14af78b62b1c0edc7864a18
	CRC32	60a33dae
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\

Filename prnhpcl3.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 57416 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f1c95044acb2a9635e2c6f5962b97580
	SHA1	7899eac49aac06fe0d2250e5aee9d512b91da5cb
	SHA256	c8d83cf9e0e47b953db52a01d87428faa049d805d024f64948a5685b9dccc3b7
	CRC32	f257ce6d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl3.inf_x86_aec5b8c821216693\