If the product is with you and can start up
Depending on the product, you can find your serial number:
- On the surface of the product
- Within the product’s software (such as from the About This Mac window)
- In iTunes (for products that sync with iTunes)
If the product is not with you or won’t start up
Depending on the product, you can find your serial number:
- On the surface of the product
- In iTunes (for products that sync with iTunes)
- On the original product packaging
- On the original product receipt (or invoice)
Choose a product below for detailed information about finding the serial number.
| iPhone, iPad, and iPod | Portable computers |
| Desktop and server | Other hardware |
Apple registration numbers and Apple hardware product serial numbers may sometimes contain the number “0” (zero), but not the letter “O”.
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