You can check your dell laptop’s model name and serial number to see if the device still within it’s valid warranty period. You could also use it to troubleshoot any hardware issues or verify it’s authenticity.
The easiest way to check the model and serial number is from the stickers on your laptop. You can generally find them on the back of your laptop. The serial number should be right near the barcode/QR code and usually next to Service Tag or ST.
You can find the laptop model along with other information on a separate sticker, likely under Model or Model No. In some models, the same sticker may also contain all the details.
If you don’t have the sticker, you can still use some system applications and tools to find these details.
Use Windows Management Instrumentation Command
Windows uses the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) for accessing varieties of management information on your computer and network. You can also use it to get several pieces of information about your computer, including the model and serial number. You need to use the WMI command-line (WMIC) commands on Command Prompt for this purpose.
Open Run by pressing Win + R.
Type cmd and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.
Enter the following commands to get the Model and the Serial Number respectively:
wmic csproduct get name
wmic bios get serialnumber
And while you can use the WMIC equivalent, Get-WMIObject cmdlets to get these parameters using PowerShell, these cmdlets are already deprecated. So, if you want to get these parameters using PowerShell, we recommend using the Get-CimInstance cmdlet instead. WMI makes use of the Common Information Model (CIM) standard to depict the information of your system and devices. So, it is the newer version.
You can also remove Model and SerialNumber from the cmdlets to get more information on your Computer System and BIOS respectively.
Check Dell SupportAssist
Another way you can check the above details is by using the Dell SupportAssist application. It automatically checks your current system and displays all the relevant details. The laptop’s model and Service Number or Tag appear right on the app’s home screen. Additionally, it is also possible to check whether the laptop’s warranty has expired or not from this program.
Access BIOS
Your BIOS also stores different details on your laptop, its devices, and the operating system. You can also check your Dell laptop’s serial number and model name on the BIOS interface.
Power up or restart your laptop.
When you see the Dell logo, press F2 or F12 multiple times to get to your BIOS. You may need to select another option as well.
You can usually find the model name and serial tag or number under the Overview or System Information or Main tabs. You may also have to look under different tabs and options depending on your laptop and BIOS.
Check Other Apps for Laptop Model
Sometimes, you may want to know just the model of your dell Laptop. For instance, if you need to replace hardware components or the battery, the model name is enough to find the supporting devices. In such cases, you can make use of other system tools as well.
Windows 11 Setting
The new Settings user interface (UI) on Windows 11 shows many other pieces of information, including your laptop model.
Press Win + I to open Settings.
Go to the System tab if you are not already there.
You can see the laptop’s model right under your Computer Name.
System Information
The System Information utility shows all hardware and software information on your system. So, you can also use it to check your laptop model.
Open Run
Type msinfo32 and press Enter to open System Information.
Look for System Name under System Summary.
DirectX Diagnostic Tool
You can also check your model name on the DirectX Diagnostic tool, a Windows utility that helps diagnose issues related to DirectX components.
Open Run.
Type dxdiag and press Enter to open the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
On the System page, check System Model.
Battery Report
Another method you can try to learn the laptop’s model name is to create and check a battery report. It is especially a good idea in case you want to know the model name to replace your battery since you can also analyze your battery health at the same time.
Open the Command Prompt.
Enter the command powercfg /batteryreport
Select the .html address and press Ctrl + C to copy it.
Open a web browser and paste the address. Then press Enter to open the report.
Here, look at the System Product Name to find the model name.
Turn on your computer. At the Dell logo screen, tap the F2 key several times to access the BIOS or UEFI. If the operating system starts, reboot the computer and try again. On the BIOS or UEFI menu, find the product model in the menu title or listed under System Name.
Go to https://www.dell.com/support. If you know your computer's Service Tag, ST, Serial Number, or other identifying information, type it in the box. Or you can click Detect This PC and your laptop will be identified and you can look up information like warranty or specifications.
Such devices must be identified using the model number or name of the device. The label containing the device name and model number is usually located on the bottom of the device. The model number and name is also located on the original packaging of the device.
Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Run" command opens.Enter "msinfo32" and confirm with "OK". Now the system information opens. Here you will get a detailed overview of the installed hardware and also the model and serial number.
To check your PC hardware specs, click on the Windows Start button, then click on Settings (the gear icon).In the Settings menu, click on System.Scroll down and click on About. On this screen, you should see specs for your processor, Memory (RAM), and other system info, including Windows version.
How do I find my computer specs using Run command? In Windows 10 or Windows 11, press the 'Windows' key and 'R' simultaneously.The Run box will appear — type 'msinfo32' and press 'Enter.' This is a shortcut to get to the 'System Information' app where you'll find details about your PC and operating system.
You may pick My Computer or This PC by right-clicking and selecting Properties. You can see your CPU. The generation of your laptop or PC is represented by the first number following the i3, i5, or i7.
The encoding can vary from company to company, but you can commonly use a product's serial number to identify its model number, date of manufacture, and even manufacture location.
Check the sticker label on the back of the desktop PC. The serial number is listed after the word “Serial Number,” “SSN,” “S/N,” or “SN” as in the edited picture below. Also, check under the unit or side of the unit especially for smaller or more compact desktop systems.
The label containing the device name and model number is usually located on the bottom of the device. The model number and name is also located on the original packaging of the device.
Access the BIOS or UEFI firmware settings screen and look around for a "Serial Number" somewhere on a system information screen. It'll be in a different place on different PCs, but you can usually find it somewhere on the "Main" or "System" screen.
To check the configuration of your laptop, press the "Windows" key and type "System" in the search bar, then select "System" from the search results. b. Here, you can see information such as the processor, installed RAM (memory), system type (32-bit or 64-bit), and other specifications.
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