How to find the model number of Dell laptop?

Model number of any laptop usually consists of numbers and letters, and may include a series name. Model number is meant to identify an entire specific line up of laptops, and identical laptops from the same line up will have identical or slightly varying model names. Unlike serial numbers, the model name and number is not unique to each individual laptop.

Method 1 : Using the Product Label

For most Dell laptops, you can find the product model number on a label or sticker that is on the outside of the laptop.

The label may be on or near the:

  • Near the keyboard
    Near the keyboard
  • printed on the label at the bottom of the laptop
    Printed on the label at the bottom of the laptop
  • printed on the LCD Bezel
    Printed on the LCD Bezel
  • Printed on the label inside the battery compartment of the laptop
    Printed on the label inside the battery compartment

A complete model of a Dell laptop is usually with series name, like Alienware, Chromebook, Inspiron, Latitude, Mini, PowerEdge, Precision, Smart, Studio, Venue, Vostro, or XPS. You can find the location of the model based on these fields.

Example of Dell Vostro 3400:

the model number of dell laptop

In addition, most models of Dell laptops display the make and model on your Dell "power on" boot screen. You can trace down the model number the moment you turn on or restart your laptop.

Example of Dell PowerEdge 860:

the model number of dell laptop

Method 2 : Using the Dell SupportAssist application for Windows

SupportAssist is a Dell application that comes installed on your computer. It uses updates and proactive resolution features to help identify and prevent issues. When you open the application, your product model is displayed.

Windows 10

  1. In the Search Box, type SupportAssist.
  2. Select SupportAssist in the search results to open the application. If SupportAssist is not listed in the search results, it means that the application is not installed on your computer. For more information about how to download and install SupportAssist, see the SupportAssist for PCs and tablets page.
  3. Your product model is displayed on the main screen of the application.

Using the Dell SupportAssist application for Windows

  1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen or move the cursor to the upper right corner of the screen until the Charms Bar appears.
  2. Select Search.
  3. In the Search Box, type SupportAssist.
  4. Touch or click SupportAssist in the search results to open the application. If SupportAssist is not listed in the search results, it means that the application is not installed on your computer. For more information about how to download and install SupportAssist, see the SupportAssist for PCs and tablets page.
  5. Your product model is displayed on the main screen of the application.

Using the Dell SupportAssist application for Windows

  1. Click the Start button, and then type SupportAssist in the search box.
  2. In the list of search results, under Programs, click SupportAssist to open it. If SupportAssist is not listed in the search results, it means that the application is not installed on your computer. For more information about how to download and install SupportAssist, see the SupportAssist for PCs and tablets page.
  3. Your product model is displayed on the main screen of the application.

Using the Dell SupportAssist application for Windows

Method 3 : Using the Windows System Information window

Windows System Information (also known as msinfo32) shows a system summary menu with details such as your model, manufacturer, and operating system version.

Tip: Press the Windows Logo + Break keys to quickly open the Windows System Information window. On some laptops, you may need to press Windows Logo + Fn + Break. If your laptop keyboard does not have the Break key, follow the instructions below.

Using the Windows System Information window

Windows 10

  1. In the Search Box, type System.
  2. In the list of search results, under settings, select System.
  3. Look for Model: in the System section.

  1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and then tap Search (If you are using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, and then click Search).
  2. Type msinfo32 in the search box.
  3. In the list of search results, tap or click msinfo32 to open the System Information window.
  4. Look for Model: in the System section.

  1. Click the Start button, and then type System Information in the search box.
  2. In the list of search results, under Programs, click System Information to open the System Information window.
  3. Look for Model: in the System section.

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Right-click My Computer.
  3. Click Properties.
  4. Look for Model: in the System section.

Method 4 : Using your laptop's BIOS

BIOS stands for "basic input/output system." When you turn on your computer, this software runs first to check that your hardware is working and then allows Windows to start. You can access the BIOS to find information about your computer and its hardware without using Windows.

To find your product model using the BIOS.

  1. Turn on your computer.
  2. As soon as you see the Dell logo screen, press the F2 key once per second to access the BIOS. If Windows starts, then you must restart your computer after startup completes and try again.
  3. On the BIOS menu, find the product model in the menu title or listed under System Name.