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Troubleshoot ricoh.PNF Errors and Download File

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

ricoh.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 ricoh.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download ricoh.PNF file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename ricoh.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows XP
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 18476
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-04-24
ricoh.PNF

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

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

ricoh.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to ricoh.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 ricoh.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.

ricoh.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with ricoh.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to ricoh.PNF file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 ricoh.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

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 ricoh.PNF file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the ricoh.PNF file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the ricoh.PNF file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the ricoh.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 ricoh.PNF file

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

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

  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ricoh.inf_amd64_neutral_66b4504d1fb1c857\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ricoh.inf_amd64_neutral_66b4504d1fb1c857\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows XP: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your ricoh.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 ricoh.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 19084 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 802ef804de9d14e7f081c4eb7eb899b9
SHA1 2c1958611b18f4b80f7192203e8d6e962f8d5aae
SHA256 4c101f63a298e59711b91d78313f1a0cc14364ff5ba0a5b5acd11641fe242dfc
CRC32 9568b886
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ricoh.inf_amd64_neutral_66b4504d1fb1c857\
Filename ricoh.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 18868 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 d166b7228b6ca0b4c4898d6ac9298738
SHA1 9ad076041469324b482720933cbe3e023d26f20b
SHA256 84dcc00e735550b6f6bac95bf3266dc435d93413a86d4edb5980c9a37486e93c
CRC32 75469abf
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ricoh.inf_amd64_neutral_66b4504d1fb1c857\
Filename ricoh.PNF
System Windows Vista
File size 19132 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 bcf691f94d1445a5b520b13e20cb47d1
SHA1 d300a056271b61ca518b518120e2bf6eb544c7dc
SHA256 0af05fe38a912752e6dd032b868a55a4d18e137c8e9cffaf4d46a583564fed3a
CRC32 e14b0742
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename ricoh.PNF
System Windows XP
File size 18476 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 b2d8dd9461c2dbadaadad36648daa95d
SHA1 9f264c8a6250a2a87672a6f651ef2ed328e866b1
SHA256 f39aa0ae481cca070f7d6b4475dff9cd2feb460f73f390e93719818282172ecb
CRC32 581d7fb7
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\