Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 Removal Guide

The presence of a window with the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 warning indicates the existence of malicious software rather than Windows OS activation issue. In most cases, according to specialists at 411-spyware.com, this window locks the screen because there is malware installed on the computer; however, users might also see it on some kind of bad website they are taken to against their will. Either way, users have to be aware of the fact that this Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 window is fake. It is very likely that it is only shown for users to scare them into dialing the provided telephone number. Unfortunately, there are a number of people who do that because they cannot use their computers, see a warning covering their Desktops, and, consequently, do not even suspect that the activation warning might be fabricated. If you have not dialed this telephone number yet, you should not do that in any event because this might result in a bunch of problems. Also, there is no point in calling the customer support and paying money for the service when it is possible to remove the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 window from the screen manually.

If the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 warning has been opened on your Desktop too and you are sure that you have not visited any bad website, it must be true that malicious software has secretly sneaked onto your computer and then launched it. This fake warning says that users have to enter the Windows OS activation key which should be located “in an email from whoever sold or distributed Windows to you, or on the box the Windows USB came in.” Do not pay attention to this message, and do not submit the product key because it will be stolen. In fact, many users do not know where to find and how to enter it, so they make a decision to dial 1-888-571-0961. It is said that it is a toll-free number, but do not be surprised if you get an outstanding bill after calling the customer support. Of course, a large bill is not the only problem here. On the basis of the previous experience of researchers at 411-spyware.com, users who call the customer support are often convinced to purchase the software they do not need or is useless. Also, they might disclose the personal information to cyber criminals since the so-called customer support might ask users to provide the personal data, e.g. name and surname. This might result in the violation of the privacy.

As has been mentioned above, the majority of users who see the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 fake warning and cannot use their computers because of its presence have malicious software installed on their computers. This malicious software might be an advertising-supported application (adware). These programs are capable of slithering onto computers unnoticed because they are spread in software bundles mainly, so it is not surprising at all if you know nothing about its entrance. If you are not careful, you might allow another infection to enter your computer in the future. It might be much more dangerous if compared to the one showing the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 fake window today. Therefore, we highly recommend installing a reputable security application after getting rid of this fake activation window.

Once malware responsible for the presence of the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 window successfully enters the computer, it launches this window on Desktop. Also, as our researchers have found, it places a folder in %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%, its executable file, and, finally, creates Values in the Run and Winlogon registry keys. Since this threat locks the screen with a fake warning and applies all those changes, it will not be easy to delete it. Go to read the last paragraph to find out how to eliminate it.

Before you actually start removing the malicious application that has launched the Windows activation Error code:0x56102 (888) 571-0961 window on your Desktop, you have to boot into Safe Mode with Command Prompt. Use instructions provided below to do that. Once you have activated this mode, go to delete the threat from your computer. If you find the manual removal too challenging or simply do not have time to delete threats yourself, you should scan your PC with SpyHunter. This automatic malware remover will not leave any malicious components on your system.

Delete malware

Boot into Safe Mode with Command Prompt

Windows 8/8.1/10

1. Restart your computer.
2. Press the Shift button and hold it while clicking Power.
3. Click Restart.
4. Click Troubleshoot.
5. Click Advanced options.
6. Open Startup Settings.
7. Click Restart.
8. Press F6 and wait till Safe Mode with Command Prompt starts.

Windows XP/Vista/7

1. Reboot your computer.
2. Start tapping the F8 button on your keyboard.
3. Select Safe Mode with Command Prompt using arrow keys.
4. Tap Enter.

Remove components of malware

1. Open the Windows Explorer.
2. Open %PROGRAMFILES(x86)% (copy and paste the directory in the URL bar at the top).
3. Delete AG Music Player.
4. Follow the path Desktop\downloads\Temp and then find the .exe file having a random name.
5. Delete it.
6. Press Win+R.
7. Type regedit.exe and click OK.
8. Open HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
9. Locate the L value and remove it.
10. Go to HKLM\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon.
11. Right-click on the Shell value and select Delete.