How to Identify What Motherboard You Have?

The strength of a computer system lies in the functioning of a motherboard. 

Having upgraded features in the motherboard elevates it to becoming a high-performing and long-lasting gadget. 

Identifying and understanding its components will help you keep it updated and efficient results. 

If a process isn’t compatible with your motherboard, it isn’t going to work on your PC or laptop.

This article will be a guide to identify what motherboard you have in a step-by-step simple direction. 

Check the Motherboard in Windows

A motherboard is found in all computers, desktops, and laptops, as a printed circuit board (PCB). It is the central communications point through which all main components are interconnected.

So, let’s understand how to identify the motherboard of your computer.

Check the System Information 

Don’t get entangled in a web of tech information, as checking the system information is the easiest way to check the type of motherboard. 

• Press the Windows search key and then go to System Information.

• Upon clicking it, look for BaseBoard Product and BaseBoard Manufacturer. 

• The letters mentioned are the motherboard model number. 
• Go to the internet and conveniently check all its details. 

Use Command Prompt

There is another alternative to check the motherboard, and that is to use the Command prompt. Here is the step-by-step process. 

• Open the Windows search key and type cmd.
• Click on the Run as administrator option.

• Enter the command - wmic baseboard get the product, manufacturer, version, serial number, and press Enter. 

• You can now view all the information regarding your computer's motherboard. 

Use PowerShell

It is easy to use the Command PowerShell option by clicking on the Windows search bar. 

• Open the Windows search bar and type PowerShell.
• Click on the Run as administrator option. 

• Enter the following command - Get-Wmiobject Win32_BaseBoard|Format-Table-Auto Manufacturer, Product, SerialNumber, Version, and then press Enter. 

• This will provide all the information on the model number of your computer's motherboard. 

Using Third-Party Software

You may be a beginner, but online research will give you results of good quality third-party software in the market. 

Simply download and install them to find out details about your computer. 

One such software is Speccy for Windows computers and here is the process to follow. 

• Open https://www.ccleaner.com/speccy in the browser.
• Download and install the free version on your computer.
• Go to the Windows search bar type Speccy, and hit Enter. 

• Click on the motherboard option from the left panel to identify the model number. 

Identify by Sight or Serial Number

You may have an old PC or a new laptop, by checking the receipt or the manufacturer's box, you can identify the motherboard model. 

You can also check it by visiting the manufacturer's website and identifying the correct motherboard by entering its serial number. 

Or you can open your computer and check the motherboard that has a serial number or model number printed on it as shown in the picture below. 

Check the Motherboard on the Macbook

The process of checking the type of motherboard on your MacBook is quite similar to searching for its serial number. 

• Open the Apple Menu and click on the About This Mac option.
• On the pop-up window, you will see the serial number of your Mac.
• On the Apple website, check the details of the motherboard by typing the serial number. 

Conclusion

Your computer is an important device to conduct all personal and professional work. Using the above-mentioned methods, you can identify the motherboard type and upgrade it to improve overall efficiency.