If you need tech support for your Dell computer, monitor, printer, or other device, you'll want to know your service tag number. The service tag is a unique 7-digit alphanumeric you can use to identify your product, get support, download drivers, and find compatible accessories. The easiest way to find your service tag is to look at the black-and-white sticker on your device. If the sticker is missing or worn down, you can also find the service tag in the SupportAssist app, in the BIOS, and by running a simple command. This wikiHow article will teach you all of the ways you can locate your Dell service tag for any product.
Things You Should Know
- A service tag is a 7-digit alphanumeric code unique to your Dell device.
- Service tags are printed on black-and-white stickers on all Dell computers, tablets, projectors, printers, docking stations, and monitors from 2016 and later.
- You can also find the service in SupportAssist, the BIOS, and by running the command "wmic bios get serialnumber" in Command Prompt.
Steps
Using the Windows Command Prompt
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Press ⊞ Win + S . This activates the Windows Search bar next to the Start menu.
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Type cmd into the Search bar. A list of results will appear.
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Type wmic bios get serialnumber at the prompt and press ↵ Enter . The Service Tag is the 7-digit alphanumeric code that appears below "SerialNumber."
Using Android Settings
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Open your Android's Settings . Use this method if your Dell tablet came with Android instead of Windows. To find your Settings, open your list of apps, then tap Settings .
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Tap About Tablet . You may have to scroll down a little to find it.
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Find the Service Tag next to "Service Tag" or "Serial Number." It's the 7-digit code containing both letters and numbers.
Using a Linux Terminal
Using the BIOS
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Turn off your Dell desktop or laptop PC. If you can't boot your computer into Windows or Linux and don't see the service tag sticker, you can access the service code from the BIOS . Begin by powering the computer off.
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Turn the PC back on and press F2 on the Dell logo screen. You'll need to be quick with this move—make sure you press this key as soon as you see the Dell logo. Press it several times quickly, and don't stop until you see the BIOS or UEFI screen.
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Select the System Information or Overview section. The BIOS (or UEFI) will be different on each system, but you'll find the service tag is in a section with one of these two names.
Expert Q&A
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Tips
- Knowing your service tag is important when purchasing upgrades or replacement parts, including batteries.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/contents/en-us/article/product-support/self-support-knowledgebase/locate-service-tag/Notebook
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000128625/service-tags-and-express-service-codes-for-dell-printers
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/contents/us/en/04/article/product-support/self-support-knowledgebase/locate-service-tag/Projectors-Monitors
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/contents/en-us/article/product-support/self-support-knowledgebase/locate-service-tag/tablets
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/contents/en-us/article/product-support/self-support-knowledgebase/locate-service-tag/docking-station
- ↑ https://www.dell.com/support/contents/us/en/04/article/product-support/self-support-knowledgebase/software-and-downloads/supportassist
About This Article
1. Open the Dell Drivers and Downloads page
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2. Click Detect PC
or Detect Product
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3. Review the "Service Tag" heading at the top of the "Support" page.