3 Steps to Download and Fix DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf Errors

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf uses the PF file extension, which is more specifically known as a Private file. It is classified as a Archive (Private) file, created for Tiff Viewer 1 by Compact.

The first version of DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 05/25/2011 inside Bible Pro 14.3. The most recent release for Tiff Viewer 1 launched on 10/10/2005 [version 1 release].

In this article, you will find detailed DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf information, a PF file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf
File Extension: PF file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Private
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Tiff Viewer 1
Developer: Compact
Software: Tiff Viewer
Software Version: 1
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 8109
Oldest File Date: 12/13/2019
Latest File Date: 02/21/2020


What are DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf Error Messages?


General DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf Runtime Errors

DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf file errors often occur during the startup phase of Tiff Viewer, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Tiff Viewer is running. Here are some of the most common DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Prefetch\DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Tiff Viewer), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Tiff Viewer, system crash while loading or saving DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Tiff Viewer 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 Tiff Viewer 1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Tiff Viewer software.

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

Tiff Viewer 1

Compact

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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf files for every applicable version of Tiff Viewer. 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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Tiff Viewer folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Prefetch\
    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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.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.



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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Compact typically does not release Tiff Viewer 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 DLLHOST.EXE-98F9DD7B.pf and all other PF files for Tiff Viewer. An incorrectly installed PF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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