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    What do I do with my service tag?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by WizeGuyDezignz, Feb 15, 2008.

  1. WizeGuyDezignz

    WizeGuyDezignz Notebook Consultant

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    I just received my replacement Vostro 1500 last week. This one is a keeper, so what do I do with my service tag number? Do I enter on Dell's website for some reason? What do I do with it basically, and what is it for? Thanks a lot!
     
    WizeGuyDezignz, Feb 15, 2008
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    Bowlerguy92 Notebook Deity

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    It is a number you use in case your computer craps out on you. With that tag Dell can know exactly what is in your computer purchase dates warranty expirations etc. It is basically your computers identifier.
     
    Bowlerguy92, Feb 15, 2008
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    just like bowler says, you can also use it to list your system specs so they can remember you anytime you log onto dell for drivers/software updates, etc
     
    nobscot6, Feb 15, 2008
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    also when you call a CSR , your system service tag will give all details about it to them
     
    vinumsv, Feb 15, 2008
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    Ya, we already went over that.
     
    Bowlerguy92, Feb 15, 2008
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    WizeGuyDezignz Notebook Consultant

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    Thank you guys. Can't I also enter my service tag somewhere to see my specs and everything? Where do I do that? Thanks!
     
    WizeGuyDezignz, Feb 16, 2008
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    Any info on this?
     
    WizeGuyDezignz, Feb 16, 2008
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    chelet, Feb 16, 2008
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