How to find out the laptop model in the settings and on the case

There are situations when you need to determine the laptop model. For example, if it was decided to upgrade components. Then, in order to avoid the incompatibility of various elements of the system, it is necessary to know the characteristics of the device. And the easiest way is to find out the model and look on the Internet what components this laptop is equipped with.

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In this article, we will analyze the main ways to determine the model of a laptop. From simple ones that any user can handle. To specific ones, thanks to which it is possible to find out everything you need, even with an uninstalled operating system. If you have already forgotten your laptop, then finding information about it is easy. The most important thing is to know the brand and which OS (Windows, Linux or Agios)

To begin, we will analyze the main options and distinguishing features of laptops from various manufacturers. Most users will have a device from one of the following manufacturers:

• Acer
• Asus
• HP
• Lenovo
• Dell
• Apple

Apple's MacBook is easy to distinguish by a bitten apple on top of the case. Also, the hallmark is a body made of aircraft aluminum. And almost all models are the so-called ultrabooks.

Devices from other manufacturers, due to the large assortment, do not have distinctive features. But at all you can find the brand name with the company logo. Usually it is also located on the top cover of the case.

How to find out the exact model of your laptop

To more accurately determine the model, you will need to carefully examine the case. On the bottom of the case, the manufacturer places a sticker on most devices. It contains basic information about the manufacturer, serial number and most importantly laptop models.
If such a sticker was not found, then you should carefully examine the inside (working) part of the laptop, where the screen and keyboard are. In some cases, somewhere on the case an exact model of the device can be engraved.

It is also possible to use additional or embedded software that will allow you to find out all the necessary information. Such programs include:

• Aida64 - A very popular program, but has significant limitations in the free version.
• CPU Z - Free and provides a practical complete list of the names of components and the device itself. But it has a very unfriendly interface.
• DirectX - Installed on almost all devices running Windows. Not intended to identify characteristics and to find the necessary data, you have to delve into the interface.
• CMD or Command Line - Present on virtually all devices, including those based on Apple's operating system.

Reference! There are many more options for programs. But almost all of them simply duplicate each other's functionality. Also, some of them are paid, although the functionality remains the same as that of free programs.

The most reliable option is to use the command line, but this will require knowledge of the necessary commands. The average user, unfamiliar with the tricks of the command line. And therefore, below you will find detailed instructions on how to use it to determine the laptop model.

How to find a laptop model through the command line

If you decide to use the command line, first you need to find in the tools a console into which the commands will be entered. To do this, press the key combination "Win" + "R". It will bring up a window where in the line “Run”, the query “cmd” is entered.

Then a black window will open, which is the desired console. Already in it you need to enter the command "wmic csproduct get name" and press "Enter". Then the console will display the model of your laptop. You need to write down, or just remember it.

Important! All commands must be entered manually, due to the specifics of the console, often copying does not work correctly, or does not work at all. It is also necessary to observe the register of input commands.

We describe a brief instruction of actions:

1. Press the “Win” and “R” keys simultaneously
2. In the run window, enter the query "cmd"
3. Then enter the command “wmic csproduct get name” and press “Enter”.

Check the received data, possibly by opening the "System Information" window. To launch it, do a similar list of actions:

1. Click Win + R
2. Enter msinfo32

In the window that opens, look for the lines “Manufacturer” and “Model”. They will describe the manufacturer and model. Also in this window you can find detailed information about all the characteristics of the device.

How to find out the exact name and main information about your laptop

For people well-versed in computers, it is possible to use the BIOS. This method will be relevant if the laptop does not have an operating system installed or the hard drive is malfunctioning and the device does not see it. Also, this method will reliably find out the main information about the device, and not just the laptop model.

Important! If you are an inexperienced user, then do not change the settings in the BIOS. Incorrect settings can cause serious damage to the device.

To enter the BIOS, you need to find out the key combination that allows you to open the BIOS at boot time. Usually these are the keys “F11”, “F12” or “Delete”. Also, when loading on the screen, usually a picture appears on which the necessary keys are written.

After the BIOS entry has been completed, you should find the Info tab. In the window that opens, all the necessary data will be provided. The laptop model is written in a line with the name "Product Name".

Reference! Depending on the manufacturer of the motherboard installed on the laptop. BIOS may look different, but the main windows with the characteristics will have the same name.

If your BIOS has Russian localization, then the tab will be called “Information” or “System”. On laptops with a motherboard from Gigabyte, this tab is called "O.E.M."

How to find a laptop model by serial number

If you have only a series number at your disposal, then it is also possible to determine the model of the device from it. But for this you need to know the manufacturer. To determine it, as described above, you can simply carefully inspect the laptop case.

Then you should go to the manufacturer’s official website and find the “support” or “support” tab on it. Sometimes a link to this section is hidden in the "Service" tab. After you have moved to the necessary page, you will see a line in which you can enter the serial number of the product.

If the serial number was entered correctly, then after a few seconds of searching, the site will give a link to the laptop’s technical page. In which you can find not only the exact model of the device, but also all the necessary drivers, as well as a complete list of characteristics of the device.

Reference! If you are sure that you enter the serial number correctly, but the site gives an error.

Then, perhaps, the site is currently undergoing technical work and should try again later. If even after a day the site will give an error, then most likely the number itself is incorrect, which indicates a possible fake.

Where on the laptop case contains information about it

If you start a laptop there is no way. For example, the battery was completely discharged, and the power supply for recharging was not near. That remains the last only option, to look for the necessary information on the laptop case.

In most cases, the manufacturer leaves a special sticker on which the main characteristics are indicated, including the model we are looking for. Often it is located on the back of the case. If it was not found there, then perhaps it is located on the battery pack. To check this, turn off the laptop and unplug it. Then carefully disconnect the power supply and carefully examine it for signs. Also, a sticker with the parameters may not be located on the battery itself, but in the recess in which it is located.

Also, often the manufacturer leaves an inscription with a laptop model, but the inside of the device. This can be either the part on which the monitor is located, or the lower panel, under the keyboard. Here you just need to carefully inspect the entire surface. The inscription can be barely noticeable, printed in the tone of the color of the case. It should be noted that if you just found a combination of letters and numbers on the case, then most likely this is the model of the laptop. The manufacturer does not like to litter the working part of the device and well disguises this inscription.