Locating Your Mac Serial Number

Have you ever wondered where to find the serial number on your Mac? It's a crucial piece of information that can help with troubleshooting, repair, or even purchasing a new computer. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of locating your Mac's serial number.

On some thinner Mac models without removable batteries, the serial number is located on the bottom middle near the hinge. For HP laptops and desktops, the serial number can be found under the battery (laptops) or on a sticker on the top or side of the computer tower (desktops).

Apple computers have a 12-character alphanumeric serial number, while HP computers have a 10-character alphanumeric serial number. To identify your University-owned computer for work tickets, ITS may request the serial number or computer name.

To locate your Mac's serial number:

1. Check the bottom of your MacBook: Look for the small print near the hinge on thinner models or under the battery on laptops.

2. Check in the 'About this Mac' option in your Apple menu: This will display your Mac's serial number and model identifier.

Why is it important to know where your Mac was manufactured?

For models after 2010, the first two letters of the model number indicate the location where it was manufactured. You can cross-check this information with the list below:

* C0 - Tech Com, Quanta Computer Subsidiary, China

* VM - Foxconn, Pardubice, Czech Republic

Alternatively, you can check out your MacBook's serial number to find its country of origin.

How to identify your MacBook's country of origin:

1. Check the bottom of your MacBook: Look for the model number and the first two letters indicating where it was manufactured.

2. Cross-check with model identifiers using the list above.

3. Run a System Report: This will display your Mac's serial number, model identifier, and other technical information.

In conclusion, locating your Mac's serial number is essential for troubleshooting, repair, or purchasing a new computer. By following these simple steps, you can easily find your serial number and identify where your MacBook was manufactured.

Mac serial number location