A laptop’s model number identifies the line of laptops it belongs to. Good to know when you’re troubleshooting, finding the right hardware upgrade, or buying a compatible accessory. You can find the model number, along with a bunch of other useful information specific to your laptop, in several places.
Read on to learn some of the different ways to find your laptop model number.
How to Find the Model Number on an Apple Laptop
The easiest way to confirm the model number of your Apple laptop is to turn it over. This will be part of the fine print on the top of the case. If you still have it, it can also be found on the original packaging. Alternatively, you can find it at Systems report. Here are the steps to get there:
- Click on Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen.
- choose About this Mac.
- Click More…
- Scroll down in the new window and click System report.
- The model number will be displayed next to it Model identifier.
How to Find the Model Number on a Dell Laptop
As with Apple laptops, the easiest way to find your Dell model number is to find it on the laptop packaging or identification label. The identification label can be found in various places. If you’re having trouble finding it, try the following locations:
- On the bottom cover, base or back of the laptop
- Battery compartment
- Screen, keyboard frame or palm rest
The model number is the alphanumeric number shown next to it Reg Model.
Device specifications
The model number can also be found in the Device specifications over it Windows settings Menu. Follow these steps to find it:
- Right-click Beginning button, then select System.
- The Eye screen will open.
- The manufacturer and model number are listed below Device specifications.
Dell SupportAssist application
You can also find the model number and other useful information about your Dell through Dell’s support application called “SupportAssist”. Here’s how:
- Run it Windows search from Beginning menu, then enter SupportAssist.
- Choose SupportAssist from the above results.
- The SupportAssist the splash screen will launch and display the model number of your laptop.
How to find the model number on a Lenovo laptop
There are different ways to find the model number of your Lenovo laptop. Here are the three fastest:
It will first be printed on the product label, which can be found in any of the following locations:
- Near the keyboard
- On the label on the back, towards the bottom of the laptop
- On the frame of the LCD
- On the label inside the battery compartment
Find using BIOS
In the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System), you can find a lot of system information about your laptop, including the model number. For that, follow these steps:
- You will need to restart your laptop, so make sure you save all your work and close any running applications.
- When the Lenovo logo appears during startup, start pressing F1 key continuously. Some models may require input the button that should be pressed continuously instead F1.
- You should be taken to the main BIOS menu. If not, restart your laptop and try again.
- After successfully entering the BIOS, system information, such as the model number, will be displayed.
How to find the model number on an HP laptop
The model number of your HP laptop is usually located on the side, back or top of the laptop case. It can also be found under the battery. Here’s how to get it via System information:
- press Windows + R keys together to open the Run command window.
- On laptops running Windows 7 or later, right-click Beginning menu, then click Jogging.
- In the Run command line type msinfo32then click Alright.
- This will launch the Windows Information Utility. The model number is on the right SKU system option.
How to find ASUS laptop model number
The model number of your ASUS laptop can be found in several places. Follow these steps to find it:
- You may need to turn the laptop over, so turn it off first.
- Look for the system information label at the bottom. A model number will be included.
Note that it can also be displayed on the inside of the battery compartment.
Find using BIOS
Here’s how to find out from the BIOS:
- Make sure all your work is saved and all programs are closed before restarting your laptop.
- When the ASUS logo appears during startup, press the key F1 key or press input key.
- The main BIOS menu will be displayed. If it doesn’t, restart your laptop and try again.
- Here you will see various information about the system, including the model number.
Note: Your laptop may use different BIOS keys. To find the keys for your laptop, check the manufacturer’s website.
How do I find the model number on my Acer laptop
You can find the model number of your Acer laptop by turning it over, and it should be displayed on the label on the bottom of the laptop. If it is not, you will find it by accessing the BIOS. Here’s how:
- You will need to restart your laptop, so save all your work and close any open applications.
- After the Acer logo appears during boot, press continuously F2 key.
- This should take you to the main BIOS menu. If not, restart your laptop and then try again.
- Once the BIOS menu is displayed, your model number will be listed among other system information.
Note: Your laptop may use different BIOS keys. To find the keys for your laptop, check the manufacturer’s website.
How to find the model number of a Windows laptop
The model number of a personal computer can be found in various places. Here we look at three simple ways to find it.
Use system information
To find the model number of your Windows PC, follow these steps:
- Click on Beginning.
- Enter a search for System informationthen click on the result.
- choose System Summary.
- Under System model field, you will find your computer Model number.
Use the command line
To find your computer’s model number using the command line, follow these steps:
- Run it Beginning.
- Enter a search for Command line and click on it.
- To see your computer’s model number, enter the following command:
wmic csproduct get name
- Alternatively, to display the model and serial number, enter the command:
wmic csproduct get name, identifyingnumber
Use PowerShell
Follow these steps to find your computer’s model number in PowerShell:
- Open Beginning.
- Enter search for PowerShellthen open it.
- Type the following command to display the model number of your PC:
Get-CimInstance – ClassName Win32_ComputerSystem
- Hit input.
- Alternatively, type this command line to display the model and serial number:
Get-CimInstance – ClassName Win32_bios.
Additional frequently asked questions
How to find the model number of a Windows 10 or 11 laptop
If you can’t find the model number physically stuck on your laptop anywhere, try the command line or via System Information. Here’s how:
Using the command line
1. As an administrator, open a command prompt.
2. Enter the following command:
wmic csproduct get name
3. The model number will be displayed.
Use of system information
1. Press Windows key + Xthen hit Jogging.
2. Enter msinfo32 in the command prompt box.
3. Your laptop model number will be displayed in the System information window.
How to find a serial number on a Windows laptop
Your laptop’s serial number identifies its unique model. Manufacturers use this number to determine if it is still under warranty, for example. Follow these steps to find it on your Windows laptop:
Using the command line
1. Type cmd in search bar.
2. Type in the command line:
wmic bios get serialnumber
3. Strike input.
4. The serial number will be displayed.
Find it on your laptop
1. If your computer is connected to a power source, disconnect it.
2. Turn it upside down, then find the label on the bottom.
3. The serial number will be a series of numbers starting with SN or Serial number.
What is the model of your laptop?
A laptop model combines numbers, letters, or characters that represent its brand, design, and manufacturer information. The model number tells which line of laptops it belongs to. It should not be confused with the serial number, which is like a unique identification number.
The model number can be found in several places, including its packaging, physically on it, or in various internal system menus. It’s handy when buying hardware specific to your laptop or for troubleshooting purposes.
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