How can I tell the serial number on a MacBook if it is broken?
If the MacBook will not turn on, how can I find out the serial number?
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See the following excerpt from an Apple Support article for information about finding serial number. From: Find your Mac model name and serial number - Apple Support
Product or packaging
Look for the serial number printed on your Mac or its original packaging. For details, see the product-ID page for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, or Mac Pro.
and/or use any internet browser on any device and the following instructions:
appleid.apple.com
- Sign in to appleid.apple.com.
- Click Devices in the sidebar.
- If your Mac is listed on the right, click its name to see its model name and serial number.
See the following from the first method above which links to Identify your MacBook model - Apple Support
- Find the serial number printed on the underside of your Mac, near the regulatory markings. It’s also on the original packaging, next to a barcode label.