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Serial Number Lookup For Computers



Please use one the method bellow to retrieve the computer serial number: 1. Using the buid in "wmic" command: "wmic bios get serialnumber" Tip: You can use the command "wmic csproduct get name" to retrieve the local computer model. 2. Using a vbs script: On Error Resume Next Dim strComputerstrComputer = InputBox("Enter the name of the computer:") Set objWMIService = GetObject("winmgmts:" & "impersonationLevel=impersonate!\\" & strComputer & "\root\cimv2") Set colSMBIOS = objWMIService.ExecQuery ("Select * from Win32_SystemEnclosure") For Each objSMBIOS in colSMBIOSMsgBox strComputer & ": " & objSMBIOS.SerialNumberNext


Apple has determined that, in a limited number of older generation 15-inch MacBook Pro units, the battery may overheat and pose a fire safety risk. Affected units were sold primarily between September 2015 and February 2017 and product eligibility is determined by the product serial number.




serial number lookup for computers



First check to see which 15-inch MacBook Pro you have. Choose About This Mac from the Apple menu () in the upper-left corner of your screen. Confirm your model is "MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015)." If you have that model, enter your computer's serial number below to see if it is eligible for this program.


Despite the name, a serial number often contains letters and numbers. How many characters make up a serial number differs greatly, depending on the manufacturer, product, and model. Most serial numbers have at least six or seven characters, and some serial numbers have twenty or more.


I know that may people in the community have begun migrating to a more simplified computer naming scheme [eg. serial number] but we have seen a problem where some Surface serial numbers [eg. 001713261354] cannot be used as a computer name getting the error (That PC name won't work. Pick one that doesn't start with a number and try again). Now that error is inaccurate as the serial [001813261354] does work so starting with a number is not the problem and we have only recently begun seeing this error which tells me that this might be new to a recent OS [eg. 20H2.4] or a windows update? I have no interest in testing all OS's to figure out where this problem started.


While testing different methods to rename a computer [CMD, PS, setting, OSD, etc.] We have found that some methods work but might not be able to join a domain [eg. 'WMIC computersystem where caption="ExistingName" rename "NewName"'] will rename to the above serial when using the method is settings [rename your PC] would failed but you still are unable to join the domain which makes the workaround moot. I have found that this does not cause a problem in the OSD process for that same serial number... at the moment at least.


I have reported this to MS on their feedback hub but am concerned as more and more people are switching to a simpler comp name [eg. serial number] this might grow in to a larger problem in the future. Has anyone else seen this issues? If so do you know what is the cause? Could this be caused by something else in our environment? our current solution is the OSD process but that is not always the best option.


In Windows 2000 and later versions of Windows, computers that are members of an Active Directory domain can't have names that are composed completely of numbers. This restriction is because of DNS restrictions.


For a Serial Number lookup, be sure to enter the entire serial number.Need help? See Mac Identification or iPod, iPhone & iPad Identification. Want to search the entire site in natural language? Use Site Search instead.


As described above, to know what motherboard model and serial number you have is very important. Hence, this part will talk about some solutions to find out motherboard model and serial number. You can pick one to check the information freely.


Motherboard model and serial number details can also be found in Windows system information. However, this way sometimes cannot work. If your motherboard is compatible, this method may be the easiest way to check your PC motherboard model and serial number.


Select your product group and study the diagrams below to discover the location of your serial numbers, part numbers, and model numbers.If you cannot find the CTOS number, you can still confirm the system configuration by searching using the serial number.


INSTRUCTIONS TO FIND MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF A LENOVO COMPUTER If your computer will not turn on, try looking on the outside of your computer for a printed label. This sample is for one type of Lenovo - yours could look different. Look after S/N for your serial number.


One more way to find your serial number:In the Windows Operating System, search for Command Prompt. Open it and type: wmic bios get serialnumber in the command window and press Enter to get the serial number.


Hey @Partrick,Loved this info! Thanks!I was wondering if we could get computer name mapped against user name.I am looking to get information of the current system that every user in my domain is logged on (computer name / serial number), but found no command that could give me this output.Can you share your expertise?Thanks!


Is there a way to find the name of a computer using a serial number. We have two serial numbers, but the name, location, etc. is unknown. Any idea how to find these computers? We have searched both Meraki and SpiceWorks with no luck...


Note: For single-user subscriptions, you can usually sign in so that a serial number is not required. You may see a Stand-alone license type for 2017-2019 products, but a User License type for 2020 and later product versions.


But if you ever need to use your warranty and have Apple repair your Mac, you'll need that serial number. And if your computer is ever lost or stolen, the police will care about the serial number too.


The easiest way to find a Mac's serial number is to click the Apple logo at the top left corner of the screen, then click About This Mac. You'll find the serial number in the "Overview" tab of the window that opens.


If your computer is turned off or won't turn on, you can flip your Mac over and find the serial number physically printed on the hardware. Look for the text beginning with "Designed by Apple in California," and then look at the lowest line of writing, where you'll find the serial number.


Open the Linux terminal console by entering Ctrl+Alt+T. When you've opened a window, enter sudo dmidecode -s system-serial-number to return your HP laptop's serial number.


Using your laptop's serial number, you can look up your model on the HP support website. Also, when you search for your HP laptop's serial number with one of the above methods, you'll find the product or model number nearby.


It's possible to locate the serial number of a stolen HP laptop if you registered it with a tracking app or with one of HP's tracking and recovery services. Another place to look is the product receipt and original packaging. If you enabled Find My Device on Windows 10, you might be able to track your device and lock it remotely.


If you purchased Adobe Student & Teacher edition product, you may have received a serial number or a redemption code. See Serial numbers, redemption codes, and product codes Student & Teacher editions.


This is a simple script which will capture a list of computers from Active Directory and subsequently pull the serial number using the Get-WMIObject CmdLet using the Win32_BIOS class.


Windows If your drive is connected to your computer: Seagate has created a very simple tool that will tell you the serial number and the model number of any and all Seagate, Samsung and Maxtor-brand drives connected in or to your computer. Use the DriveDetect.exe method to find both numbers.


If your drive is not detected or connected to your computer: The USB devices have the serial numbers printed on the external cases and internal drives have the serial and part numbers on the drive labels.


For Computers, Televisions or Tablets. Enter your serial and model number below to verify the terms, status, repair options, and expiration date of your standard limited warranty or Dynabook & Toshiba services warranty upgrade or extension.


On a PowerSpec Desktop Computer, the serial number can be found on a white sticker on the side of the case - the serial number will be under a bar code. It may also list a build number on the same sticker.


We are in the process of selling many of out 8th grade MacBooks to the students. We are marking them sold in our cataloging system and have run the removeframework (along with many other tasks), but we never figured out how to script deleting the device from the JSS. Using our cataloging system I can create a list of serial numbers for the devices to delete. Is there some way to use this list of serial numbers to automate deleting the devices? My quick look didn't reveal anything, but figured I would check. 2ff7e9595c


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