Download prnms004.PNF to Fix Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF errors

1 Information about prnms004.PNF file
2 Errors related to prnms004.PNF file
3 How to fix prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF

4.1 List of prnms004.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	prnms004.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	6260
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common prnms004.PNF file related problems

There are various types of errors related to prnms004.PNF file. prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

prnms004.PNF is corrupted
prnms004.PNF cannot be located
Runtime Error - prnms004.PNF
prnms004.PNF file error
prnms004.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register prnms004.PNF file:
prnms004.PNF file could not be loaded
prnms004.PNF file doesn't exist

prnms004.PNF

Application could not be started because prnms004.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF errors in just few steps?

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

prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnms004.PNF file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_67a8920ad9b6cf81\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\

If the steps did not solve your prnms004.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 prnms004.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 6260 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	7d9907a6e2a5423d02c44a4f8dd654c2
	SHA1	6583fbc94c13b8ed4882eb39096223568a86dded
	SHA256	aa5863639c97498dc2f67c5ac1fb2560dfa9127d8906e0ef9c0f384aac6876af
	CRC32	e195498c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_67a8920ad9b6cf81\

Filename prnms004.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 6048 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6e1423351fa3dd8b5d3d524c8324ea0f
	SHA1	f4604a53b1e089eed7f0e14a914a33d75a51316a
	SHA256	9819426d739bab588854f6720ec1d8534bbcb20c8f114abb02a6868d3a3adcda
	CRC32	bc0e38a2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\

Filename prnms004.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 6024 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7d6540d4d7643ed787762d12d209e0d5
	SHA1	128b7c77143d288ee93f401e4608ae6d04955d7c
	SHA256	58bec2d6792911d78f9bdfc954e12d6e10d421c2d71ae505282af873dbb70324
	CRC32	95b28dad
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\

Filename prnms004.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 6024 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ec2ebb4b06325c26e48ed7bde0dfb758
	SHA1	68d84ef279b4c3aa98f577c7a2a79f1648d09c35
	SHA256	4a591c8667bf9b48ef9bedee6a1e2e2f1bf561fc719adb876f8f37269230efeb
	CRC32	8a01b7e5
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms004.inf_x86_9732f2981641c248\