How to Repair prnhpcl4.PNF? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnhpcl4.PNF file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1

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Fix prnhpcl4.PNF errors

1 Information about prnhpcl4.PNF file
2 Errors related to prnhpcl4.PNF file
3 How to fix prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF

4.1 List of prnhpcl4.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	prnhpcl4.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	16372
Oldest file	2014-11-21
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common prnhpcl4.PNF file related problems

There are various types of errors related to prnhpcl4.PNF file. prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

prnhpcl4.PNF is corrupted
prnhpcl4.PNF cannot be located
Runtime Error - prnhpcl4.PNF
prnhpcl4.PNF file error
prnhpcl4.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register prnhpcl4.PNF file:
prnhpcl4.PNF file could not be loaded
prnhpcl4.PNF file doesn't exist

prnhpcl4.PNF

Application could not be started because prnhpcl4.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF errors in just few steps?

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

prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnhpcl4.PNF file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl4.inf_x86_60c20795847e90e0\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl4.inf_x86_c4c0f6eaac022822\

If the steps did not solve your prnhpcl4.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 prnhpcl4.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 16372 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	eed3183c232f4a576fb2d46fbde5f47e
	SHA1	c8de84425ca1d023af25c5a1babb517aa372327a
	SHA256	b632ae577365c6f12ce46a1beebab7686b67b083bf84ddeca9651a3b12e05984
	CRC32	710c2563
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl4.inf_x86_60c20795847e90e0\

Filename prnhpcl4.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 16140 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	c1f1e8250deb6ae52b9a08d8acc055bf
	SHA1	0bfa182dd737967970d07d34f51c1e6c2bd7f046
	SHA256	3e2dc3e38ee35e53a53ffb72c48efa3b3c1e7c8e9410e1c9d62217e821806a25
	CRC32	94532d47
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnhpcl4.inf_x86_c4c0f6eaac022822\