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    PG61585 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 28, 2006, 08:29 AM
    Lost Serial Number
    I have a Toshiba Laptop, and I'm trying to find out how much time I have left on my warranty (I want to get the USB port replaced - it's broken).

    I called Toshiba and of course they asked for the S/N. The OEM sticker on the bottom of the machine has been rubbed clean - probably from using it as a laptop. THe sticker should have been embossed, but that's another issue.

    Is there anywhere in wondows or a control panel that will reveal that info?

    Thanks
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    Nov 28, 2006, 12:07 PM
    It's possible that the serial number has been encoded into the BIOS.

    Otherwise check your invoice and billing information for the serial number of the machine.
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    Nov 28, 2006, 12:24 PM
    Oh, sure easy for you... LOL, I was hoping for an EASY answer. Let's just say my bookkeeping and filing don't lend themselves to this particular situation.

    I'm hoping I still have the box!
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    Dec 1, 2006, 12:39 PM
    Download and install Belarc advisor (free program at belarc.com). This program will analyze everything installed on your computer. If a serial number is available or embedded it might show it. It shows the one registered for my Dell.

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    Dec 1, 2006, 02:03 PM
    Thanks anyway. I found it - Toshiba has a diagnostic tool section that allows just what you described.
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