Applies to Surface RT, Surface Pro.

Find the serial number on Surface

Before you can register your Surface or get it serviced, you need to know its 12-digit serial number.

Find the serial number on Surface

Serial number on the back of Surface
To find the serial number on Surface, flip out the kickstand and look for the 12-digit string of numbers near its base. The serial number will look like this: XXXXXXXXXXXX.

Find the serial number on the packaging

Serial number on the barcode label on the Surface packaging
If you still have the original packaging for your Surface, you can find the serial number on the barcode label.


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