Download and Repair WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf Issues

Last Updated: 12/12/2023
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WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf is considered a type of Private file. It is most-commonly used in NETGEAR Genie 2.4.58 developed by NetGear. It uses the PF file extension and is considered a Archive (Private) file.

WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf was initially released with NETGEAR Genie 2.4.58 on 12/14/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This file marks the latest update from NetGear, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, PF file troubleshooting instructions for problems with WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf, 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: WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf
File Extension: PF file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Private
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: NETGEAR Genie 2.4.58
Developer: NetGear
Software: NETGEAR Genie
Software Version: 2.4.58
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 5708
Oldest File Date: 01/23/2020
Latest File Date: 01/23/2020


What are WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf Error Messages?


General WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf Runtime Errors

WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf file errors often occur during the startup phase of NETGEAR Genie, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while NETGEAR Genie is running. Here are some of the most common WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Prefetch\WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most PF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with NETGEAR Genie), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading NETGEAR Genie, system crash while loading or saving WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed NETGEAR Genie (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling NETGEAR Genie software.

You can uninstall NETGEAR Genie 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 NETGEAR Genie 2.4.58 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall NETGEAR Genie software.

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

NETGEAR Genie 2.4.58

NetGear

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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf files for every applicable version of NETGEAR Genie. 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate NETGEAR Genie folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Prefetch\
  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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf to your appropriate Windows system directory. NetGear typically does not release NETGEAR Genie PF 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 WPINST.EXE-B3B85913.pf and all other PF files for NETGEAR Genie. An incorrectly installed PF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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