How to Find out a PC's Serial Number

Your personal computer contains a serial number. This number can be used to identify it from other computers. It can also be used to obtain help from a computer manufacturer or a software maker. To find the computer's serial number, you need to use the system's command prompt.

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  Press the "Windows" and "R" keys at the same time. The "Run" utility will appear.

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  Type "cmd" in the field and press "Enter."

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  Type "wmic bios get serialnumber" in the command window and press "Enter." Your serial number will appear.