Laptop asks for certificate of authenticity that I don't have

[houston4392]

my lab top has this gray screen i cent get off it is asking for a coad if you can help me please do so i will return the favor

 

[kimsland]

What ?

Are you in the right forum (I think no)

Please have a look here: https://www.techspot.com/vb/

Edit:
Thread was moved here by Moderator

You require a COA key to legally run Windows on your computer, but also to re-install or Repair system files.
Usually the label is stuck to the side of you computer.
But it can be obtained by software (run from inside Windows)

Keyfinder 1.06
http://majorgeeks.com/Keyfinder_Thing_Lite_d5253.html
License: Freeware
Legal: Yes
Requires: Win All
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[Tedster]

piracy is illegal and not condoned on techspot. Either purchase a legitimate copy or use an open source OS.