Repair Skin.inf Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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Skin.inf is considered a type of Setup Information file. It is most-commonly used in Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 developed by Sony Mobile Communications. It uses the INF file extension and is considered a Driver (Setup Information) file.

Skin.inf was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 07/10/2015 with Sony PC Companion 2.10.259. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Sony Mobile Communications.

This article discusses complete file details, INF file troubleshooting instructions for problems with Skin.inf, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Skin.inf
File Extension: INF file extension
File Type: Driver
Description: Setup Information
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Sony PC Companion 2.10.259
Developer: Sony Mobile Communications
Software: Sony PC Companion
Software Version: 2.10.259
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 6192
Oldest File Date: 01/14/2020
Latest File Date: 01/14/2020


What are Skin.inf Error Messages?


Skin.inf Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with Skin.inf. Most of the issues concerning inf files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of Skin.inf errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Sony PC Companion update) issues. Some of these errors include:

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: Skin.inf.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (Skin.inf).

<strong>STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (Skin.inf)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (Skin.inf)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (Skin.inf)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (Skin.inf)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (Skin.inf)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (Skin.inf)</strong>

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter Skin.inf BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Sony PC Companion), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to Skin.inf Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.


GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a Skin.inf Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.



How to Fix Skin.inf Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your Skin.inf issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the Skin.inf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Sony PC Companion (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Sony PC Companion software.

You can uninstall Sony PC Companion software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Sony PC Companion software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Sony PC Companion 2.10.259

Sony Mobile Communications

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many Skin.inf error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the Skin.inf error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your Skin.inf File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate Skin.inf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Skin.inf files for every applicable version of Sony PC Companion. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Skin.inf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Sony PC Companion folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Sony PC Companion\Skin\Pro\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Sony PC Companion\Skin\Default\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Skin.inf problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download Skin.inf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Skin.inf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Sony Mobile Communications typically does not release Sony PC Companion INF files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing Skin.inf and all other INF files for Sony PC Companion. An incorrectly installed INF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


Files Related to Skin.inf


INF Files Related to Skin.inf

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Skin.inf Setup Information Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 6192 C:\3DP\Net\Atheros\9377\n\1064n\
TabControl.inf Setup Information Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 648 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.GetHelp_...
CustomButtons.inf Setup Information Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 837 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Microsof...
Skin.inf Setup Information Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 6192 C:\3DP\Net\Atheros\9377\n\1064n\
Dialog.inf Setup Information Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 1494 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.GetHelp_...

Other Files Related to Skin.inf

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Sony Ericsson PC Suite 6.011 23707 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language Sony Ericsson PC Suite 6.011 44109 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
api-ms-win-core-debug-... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 11112 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
BootPerformanceDiagnos... Binary Disk Image Sony PC Companion 2.10.259 29416 C:\Windows\System32\wdi\


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