Windows 10: How to locate a stolen computer?

Discus and support How to locate a stolen computer? in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; My PC was stolen a while ago. I’ve just learned that I can locate my PC using Microsoft account. But when I press Find device, I get the device is not... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by EmanHughes, Jan 27, 2020.

  1. EMANHUGHES
    EmanHughes Win User

    How to locate a stolen computer?


    My PC was stolen a while ago. I’ve just learned that I can locate my PC using Microsoft account. But when I press Find device, I get the device is not found. Can I trace my laptop whereabouts or it’s better to forget it?

    :)
     
    EmanHughes, Jan 27, 2020
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  2. JACK COOK - AKA HELP_LINE
    Jack Cook - aka Help_Line Win User

    STOLEN PHONE

    If your phone is off then it was either shut off or the battery is dead (or possibly in a location where there is no signal).

    If you are sure it was stolen then I suggest the following:

    • contact your provider and disable the SIM/service
    • You can still and should click the ERASE button on the page I posted above just in case someone does find the phone and turns it on. Hopefully you use a PIN code to prevent unauthorized access.
    If my replies assisted you, please mark my replies as the answer.
     
    Jack Cook - aka Help_Line, Jan 27, 2020
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  3. DHAVELYN MER
    Dhavelyn Mer Win User
    Networking for a stolen device

    Hello,

    Windows 10 allows users to quickly find other computers or devices sharing the same network. For us to verify if the old PC is still connected to your network, follow these steps:

    • Using Windows Search, type and choose File Explorer.
    • Click Network on your navigation pane along the folder's left edge. It will provide you with the list of computers using the same network.
    • Check to see if you can locate the stolen PC's name.

    Make sure that you reach out to the computer manufacturer to validate if they can track your old device's system information. After doing so, you may file a report to the police so they can conduct further investigation regarding this incident.

    Let us know if you need more help about this query.
     
    Dhavelyn Mer, Jan 27, 2020
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  4. A. N. M. NASIMUNNABI
    A. N. M. Nasimunnabi Win User

    How to locate a stolen computer?

    How can I track the location of a stolen laptop, windows 10 installed on it?

    Hello,

    My Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Series, N7537 laptop has been stolen (robed actually). I was searching a way to find it out. But, I am shocked that nothing could help me. Every solution was telling about a per-installed app. But, the thief will be formatting my
    hard-disk for sure, if he wants to use it. Is there any way to find the location of the Windows 10 Laptops? At least history. I can see, my laptop is listed in my device list of my Microsoft account.

    Any sort of help to find the location of my laptop (at-least history of the location) is appreciated. Please don't suggest any Pre-installed software. You already know, I have no option to install it on my laptop.

    Appreciate your help.
     
    A. N. M. Nasimunnabi, Jan 27, 2020
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