Windows 10: How do I find my system serial number and what does to be filled by O.E.M mean

I have been trying to figure out how to find my computers serial number because i need to activate windows on my new motherboard but every time I try to find it, it only says to be filled by O.E.M

:)

 

How to I get my serial numbers for all hardware if it says "To Be Filled by O.E.M"?

Hello, Dominic Isbell

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

I am aware of the present situation is that you can't see serial numbers on your hardware.

Typically, such serial numbers are set by the OEM manufacturer, and if your hardware information list says "To be filled by O.E.M." it means the manufacturer did not encode the serial number or other specific identifying details into the system's firmware or BIOS. This is not uncommon, especially with custom-built PCs or some pre-built systems where the manufacturer doesn't provide this level of detail.

First of all, I would suggest you check whether your current PC is sold as an OEM package, such as a notebook or a complete machine. If it is sold as an OEM package, please try to contact the OEM's after-sales support, because this is mainly provided by the OEM.

If it is a customized PC, for example, the hardware of the host computer is customized hardware, or an assembled machine. Well this is normal on a custom PC, very little information is stored in the BIOS.

Hope the above explanation can help you learn more

Chandy |Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Serial number of self-built PC

I'm confused?? Is the computer listed in the Microsoft Account/Devices page or not? If not, you have to register it and it may take a couple of days to register in the Microsoft Store.

 

Serial number of self-built PC

Hi Megahertz. Thanks for reply. No it's an i7 something which I put together for flight sims. I cannot download FS2020 cos Bill wants my System Serial Number. Hello spunk! Thank you also for your reply. No my PC is not listed. I need to get its System Serial Number.