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

pnpmem.sys file Plug and Play Memory Driver. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of pnpmem.sys related errors on your device. You can also download pnpmem.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download pnpmem.sys

4.1 List of pnpmem.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pnpmem.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Plug and Play Memory Driver

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common pnpmem.sys file related problems

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

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

pnpmem.sys

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

Problems related to pnpmem.sys 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 pnpmem.sys 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 pnpmem.sys errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace pnpmem.sys 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 pnpmem.sys file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_cfdee40f6187e72a\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_b1c3a270ee582f10\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_b1c3a270ee582f10\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your pnpmem.sys 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 pnpmem.sys

System Windows 10

File size 13312 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	06d875c06cfbc9d5663f5ca3e5cefdcc
	SHA1	396c3c6345e0dce3eaa6ab2ffc125b6b1ec1fbda
	SHA256	54f7e5eb2ff5e49004d271a2c629f7d3538fd3c5222a5334db3dd556e587febe
	CRC32	8621f40e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_cfdee40f6187e72a\

Filename pnpmem.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 13312 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	7d3ad525a0490a163fe12addee5fc710
	SHA1	70f71a67f13ace1800b77a4e0871edc28f57a3fa
	SHA256	a524f152284f035487cc695a6f2597fed677c57c291669dab935977b022e2c0b
	CRC32	1324fa75
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_b1c3a270ee582f10\

Filename pnpmem.sys

System Windows 8

File size 12800 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7926b878a8ae85cc8e44c0521756b340
	SHA1	eba67b0302f7f6df659f439c5986ff2d87e20e5f
	SHA256	0abecd84399a386b5422cd6c2ea2c8e6c7080e93f2a8345967819b43983d2ea8
	CRC32	e370fce0
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_b1c3a270ee582f10\

Filename pnpmem.sys

System Windows 7

File size 16384 bytes

Date 2009-07-13

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File details
	MD5	aab547e4278174bef5df44a4811d1673
	SHA1	4259c14afde54290d4f4f7130c0db7a7badaff7d
	SHA256	9a434e78ab5ee7ac08f8102cd7ac70b1a43f9d7fa23cf8b338015105c8b67b84
	CRC32	db4e86a0
	Example file location	---

Filename pnpmem.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 20992 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	aa9c6b4b6c629bc5e63ed1d3d39bcc4f
	SHA1	50d62f82db0f8e0afad95a37e90f9532fb474c6f
	SHA256	42f4f4e379fe613c6b9bee454ecb2e6928ba3172d5c25452fcd60c3bc912c8e1
	CRC32	67b158fe
	Example file location	---

Filename pnpmem.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 19968 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	c836c72ec4fa708431827a578a8b0fd6
	SHA1	df9139e8c7f387913b30e9f7066f66bcdaa6e905
	SHA256	d33edefb91e2e7f871180a7e2cd1e96e4ea13fb385e00070c4085be53566ffda
	CRC32	81996b89
	Example file location	---