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windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF Troubleshoot and Download

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

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

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

File info

General information
Filename windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF
File extension PNF
Type Executable Application
Description Precompiled INF
Software
Program Windows 8
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 8
Details
File size 13692
Oldest file 2008-01-21
Latest file 2012-07-26
Fix File Errors

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

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

windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF

Error

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

OK

Problems related to windowssideshowenhanceddriver.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 windowssideshowenhanceddriver.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\windowssideshowenhanceddriver.inf_amd64_neutral_184a2ef2a8f57c33\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\windowssideshowenhanceddriver.inf_amd64_neutral_184a2ef2a8f57c33\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your windowssideshowenhanceddriver.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 windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF
System Windows 8
File size 13692 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 5656ef7d9bfeff8966f062d6ff7af61b
SHA1 157f952de03a39c2799759c687690549c9363a47
SHA256 81ccc55bad7c0e116a5c316787c380dc2c7c4d25b7023578a7081ef2c3072cac
CRC32 bb87bfa1
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 13080 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 e71247e4eacf67393ef39980679d4a89
SHA1 5a45117e21e524015ebd46b9a35d609a436e701d
SHA256 f0f4b47c2f445a7131c5f92584c31cce253b65f76f8776f6287660b7ff226f3a
CRC32 4020436e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\windowssideshowenhanceddriver.inf_amd64_neutral_184a2ef2a8f57c33\
Filename windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF
System Windows 7
File size 13568 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 ec46076ceea12ab1f931827b585e8376
SHA1 9d463b0910110416fba598708a40cef888844995
SHA256 129dc9ca87af94528b5c21c7a6e423f09c521d672db1a71b64b474044c2d1dfe
CRC32 23fdd50e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\windowssideshowenhanceddriver.inf_amd64_neutral_184a2ef2a8f57c33\
Filename windowssideshowenhanceddriver.PNF
System Windows Vista
File size 15496 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 f14d7fad46147954065f6e15765af611
SHA1 6856eea25416ad6bb6c07bfe14f08fa431cb0105
SHA256 21bc094c289c9aee7f89a4306d2a165e91b2ba47823559e6a52a1c2563f010cf
CRC32 0b942837
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\