Searching for Your Apple Serial Number Made Easy

Are you looking for your Apple serial number, but unsure where to start? You're not alone! Many users struggle to find their serial numbers, especially in Windows or macOS environments. In this article, we'll walk you through a step-by-step guide on how to search for and verify your Apple serial number.

Windows Users

In Windows, the serial number is usually equal to the UUID of your virtual machine (VM). To access your VM's serial number, follow these steps:

1. Open Command Prompt by clicking the Start menu, typing 'cmd' in the Search bar, right-clicking on the appeared application, and selecting 'Run as Administrator.'

2. Execute the following command: `wmic path win32_computersystem get uuid`

This will display your VM's UUID, which is equivalent to your serial number.

macOS Users

In macOS, a serial number is usually presented as a 12-character combination. To access it, follow these steps:

1. Open Terminal by navigating to Applications > Utilities > Terminal inside the virtual machine.

2. Execute the following command: `prlctl set 'Windows 10' -smbios-serial-number `

Replace `` with your desired serial number.

Alternative Method for macOS Users

If you're not comfortable using Terminal, you can also find your VM's serial number by:

1. Opening a text editor and pressing CMD + F to show the search bar.

2. Typing 'SerialNumber' (without quotes) in the search bar, which will take you to the exact string we need.

3. Locating the `.pvm` file with the name of your virtual machine, right-clicking on it, selecting 'Show Package Contents,' and opening `config.pvs` file with TextEdit.app.

Alternatively, you can also find your serial number by:

1. Right-clicking on the virtual machine in Control Center > Show in Finder.

2. Navigating to the virtual machine configuration > Hardware > Boot Order > Advanced settings.

3. In the Boot flags field, paste the flag 'Ĭhanging a serial number by editing configuration file (more complicated)' alongside with your new serial number.

In conclusion, finding and verifying your Apple serial number is relatively straightforward once you know where to look. By following these steps, you'll be able to access your serial number in no time, making it easier to manage your virtual machines and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

Apple serial number search