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wave.PNF Informations - Download and Fix

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

wave.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 wave.PNF related errors on your device. You can also download wave.PNF file compatible with Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename wave.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows XP
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 10580
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-04-24
wave.PNF

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

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

wave.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to wave.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 wave.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows XP: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your wave.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 wave.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 10692 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 3dfa1ab6a966fb0016036ba010231dee
SHA1 a52f818d400608e988a1d9ad4b17385deaacb276
SHA256 67887d3a89ab338a0c347bf2940790bd64a5c6a2bc827860f98ea25c845afcc3
CRC32 cdd8bdff
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename wave.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 10708 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 1ca4247dbad31467e9fd80537523cf16
SHA1 de160b986f560d930d5a635a432cdd21e0d102ee
SHA256 c43c9438a690789414e31467a5fe09c02c1713d63b635e0d442d1a321e1816ab
CRC32 c52d450f
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename wave.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 9984 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 e0e8800287496a9e696c856e59e64934
SHA1 1353629fbf0d760b0390477d7b82c7a83c5141d9
SHA256 2490b58499099efeaa255796d607f6a32b38336d2bc1d1110ac2466af0431481
CRC32 8763d9c5
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename wave.PNF
System Windows Vista
File size 10708 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 1acb8f3bc440bf0fa9540d21e63fa7c5
SHA1 1a7e77e0d6fd7f76150a513f5ec9648ea4d57211
SHA256 0dd1b7107402ff26b89394e3b997f8e8553bc9b1a0a0b795503f3fbaea0855a9
CRC32 7c20de3b
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename wave.PNF
System Windows XP
File size 10580 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
File details
MD5 ec3950a2f4aa18bc2325ecb262cd14f9
SHA1 f9db65a6baf7c7b35efd23add285c92447f6bd86
SHA256 46d0602c6e3973a91244026f086d939eceb1c39875e7f60e4512ea8038661508
CRC32 00627f64
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\