Checking Apple 40W adapter serial number

Folks seem to keep posting images and/or serial numbers of supposed Apple devices/items asking us to determine if they are fake or original products. As such, there is no way anyone here can determine that from an image or serial number. You, yourself, can determine if the serial number is one that Apple recognizes here:

• Check Your Service and Support Coverage - Apple Support

Note that not all Apple products have searchable serial numbers, so even if it doesn't show up here, it may still be possible that it is an original product.

The bottom line? If you purchased this item directly from Apple or an Authorized Apple Reseller, then it should be an original product; if not, then chances are that it is a fake.

However, if you have an Apple adapter for a Mac, it may be possible to check by going here:

• System Information > Hardware > Power > AC Charger Information, does provide the manufacturer of the adapter. An original Apple power adapter would show up with "Apple Inc." in the Manufacturer field.

NOTE: This does not 100% guarantee that it is an original Apple device, but should be a good

indicator if it is not a fake.

We're just Apple users so we can't help you with that.

The only way to be sure that an Apple product is genuine is to buy it from an Apple or Apple-authorized store.

If your adapter is behaving strangely then stop using it and book an appointment with your nearest Genius Bar to be checked.