How to Find Your Windows PC Serial Number Using Command Prompt: A Comprehensive Guide

If you need to find your Windows PC’s serial number but can’t locate it through system interfaces or tools, Command Prompt is a reliable solution. This detailed guide will show you how to find your PC’s unique serial number on Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7.

Finding Your PC Serial Number on Windows 10 and Windows 11

To locate your PC’s serial number on Windows 10 or Windows 11, follow these steps:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator

• Search Method:
  • Click on the search bar in your taskbar or press Ctrl + S.
  • Type “Command Prompt” and right-click on the result. Select “Run as Administrator.”

• Run Utility Method:
  • Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
  • Type “cmd” and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to launch Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
• Quick Access Method:
  • Press Windows + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin).” Confirm the UAC prompt by clicking “Yes.”

2. Execute the Command

In the Command Prompt window, enter the following command and press Enter:

• In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter: wmic bios get serialnumber
• If the serial number does not appear, try this alternative command: wmic csproduct get identifyingnumber

The serial number should appear if it is stored in the BIOS. If not, check for a sticker on the physical device.

Finding Your PC Serial Number on Windows 8.1

For Windows 8.1, use the following steps:

1. Open Command Prompt

• Search Method:
  • Use the search bar or press Ctrl + S, type “Command Prompt,” right-click on it, and choose “Run as Administrator.”

2. Run the Command

In Command Prompt, type:

shellCopier le codewmic bios get serialnumber

If the serial number doesn’t appear, try:

shellCopier le codewmic csproduct get identifyingnumber

Finding Your PC Serial Number on Windows 7

For Windows 7 users, follow these steps:

1. Open Command Prompt

• Click the Windows Start button, type “cmd” in the search bar, right-click on “cmd,” and select “Run as administrator.”

2. Execute the Command

In the Command Prompt window, enter:

wmic bios get serialnumber

If needed, use:

wmic csproduct get identifyingnumber

Final Thoughts

If you need additional assistance or have questions about Windows 10, Windows 11, or any other version, our support team is here to help. For more tech tips and updates, visit our website.

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