Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer.
IMPORTANT: All labels described in this section will be located in one of 3 places depending on your computer model: affixed to the bottom of the computer, located in the battery bay, or under the service door.
TIP: You can also press fn+esc for system information.
●Service
Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most closely matches the service label on your computer.
Component
(1)Serial number
(2)Product number
(3)Warranty period
(4)Model number (select models only)
●Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity label (select models only prior to Windows
NOTE: This Digital Product Key is automatically recognized and activated by Microsoft Operating Systems on a reinstall of the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system with HP- approved recovery methods.
●Regulatory
●Wireless certification
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