Intel-based iMac (Mid-2007) and later: How to locate the serial number
Summary
Learn how to locate the serial number on your aluminum Intel-based iMac computers. For iMac G5 and Intel-based iMac, see this article.
Products Affected
iMac (20-inch, Mid 2007), iMac (24-inch Mid 2007), iMac (24-inch, Early 2009), iMac (20-inch, Early 2009), iMac (24-inch, Early 2008), iMac (20-inch, Early 2008)
To find the serial number using software
On most computers with Mac OS X you can find the serial number in the About This Mac window. For more information on this, or if the serial number doesn't show in the About This Mac window, see this article.
To find the serial number located on the computer
On the base of the computer
The serial number and Ethernet ID number with bar codes are printed on a label under the foot of the iMac.
If you use this method to locate your computer's serial number, hold the sides of the iMac and gently lay the computer face down on a soft, clean towel or cloth.
