Fix prnms005.PNF Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF errors

1 Information about prnms005.PNF file
2 Errors related to prnms005.PNF file
3 How to fix prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF

4.1 List of prnms005.PNF file versions

File info

General information
Filename	prnms005.PNF
File extension	PNF
Type	Executable Application
Description	Precompiled INF

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	9004
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common prnms005.PNF file related problems

There are various types of errors related to prnms005.PNF file. prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

prnms005.PNF is corrupted
prnms005.PNF cannot be located
Runtime Error - prnms005.PNF
prnms005.PNF file error
prnms005.PNF file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register prnms005.PNF file:
prnms005.PNF file could not be loaded
prnms005.PNF file doesn't exist

prnms005.PNF

Application could not be started because prnms005.PNF file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF errors in just few steps?

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

prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF file

The last solution is to manually download and replace prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of prnms005.PNF file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_9265cc492d241846\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\

If the steps did not solve your prnms005.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 prnms005.PNF

System Windows 10

File size 9004 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	2ad37624955f2b1a2146da9e9fb945f6
	SHA1	f33a28df7c0db561f630854b679ea7dfa820ee1b
	SHA256	4bf18ceab3a4c7c8e475f6c0061f5a0228e6a6df581d3b97689e950ae4810a12
	CRC32	f2cb9a07
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_9265cc492d241846\

Filename prnms005.PNF

System Windows 8.1

File size 8600 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3d6137450dcb3cbc3884aed96267c671
	SHA1	e571d76432b77c2417efb5ba2acbdfae9dc332aa
	SHA256	cdb32594cb1ad8491be9ed79246c6ce59a1f6e239be4ae945f69f35deb9b4a01
	CRC32	0a975ab7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\

Filename prnms005.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 8600 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	34a43507ff819ef1d6177fbfac9412af
	SHA1	0bce64c7786ef5a87813acb6961e18758956939a
	SHA256	31903ab41d84fef4c7d07ee3d541feef9e27d7494261ddcc7eaf622c4a8028a7
	CRC32	7d17792f
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\

Filename prnms005.PNF

System Windows 8

File size 8600 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8096125edd7e816303f63a8fb06ff457
	SHA1	5480e8e39ef99b8e36aa9044f0a5836d040483e3
	SHA256	f569951403cff344f58f62227213d0490a2be917b61c86eea46a99ad503d666b
	CRC32	2111954d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\prnms005.inf_x86_b69a5a93baea1ad3\