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How to Find Your Device Name or Hostname

To help us process your IT support request faster, please include your Device Name (Windows/macOS) or Hostname (Linux) when submitting the form.


Windows – Find Your Device Name

  1. Press Windows + I to open Settings
  2. Go to System → About
  3. Under Device specifications, look for Device name

macOS – Find Your Device Name

  1. Click the Apple menuSystem Settings
  2. Select General → About
  3. Look for Name (this is your device name)

Linux – Find Your Hostname

Option 1: Using Terminal

  1. Open a Terminal window
  2. Type the command: hostname

Option 2: Using Settings

  1. Open Settings → About (or Details)
  2. Look for Device name or Hostname