Mac mini: How to locate the serial number

  • Last Modified: March 09, 2009
  • Article: HT3469
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Summary

Learn how to locate the serial number on your Mac mini.

Products Affected

Mac mini

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 About This Mac Window Provides Computer Serial Number.

To find the serial number on the base of the computer

The serial number and Ethernet ID number with bar codes are on a label on the edge of the bottom housing of the computer.

 

To use this method to locate your computer's serial number, make sure all cords and connectors are unplugged from the Mac mini, then turn it over.

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