How to Look Up your RAM Serial Number

There are many reasons why you would want to know your computer’s RAM (Random Access Memory) specifications. For instance, your PC may be running slow and you’d like to upgrade the device’s memory capacity. Whatever your situation, knowing the memory specifications of your device can come in handy. And it’s possible to get all this information without taking a screwdriver to your laptop.

In this article, we will discuss how to look up your RAM information, including the serial number, part number, speed, and capacity. This tutorial will provide you with the know-how to learn the technical parameters of RAM.

How to Find Your RAM Serial Number

Windows allows you to access your RAM information without opening the PC or using third-party apps. To find the RAM serial number, follow the method outlined below:

1. On your PC, open “Start” or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Type in “Command Prompt” in the search box and right-click on the results.
   
3. Select “Run as administrator” to enter Command Prompt in admin mode.
   
4. In the window that appears, input the following:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, serialnumber
   
5. Hit “Enter.”
   
6. The serial number will appear under “Serial Number.”
   

How to Look Up RAM Manufacturer

Identifying your RAM manufacturer can be very helpful when working out problems with your PC’s memory. This information helps narrow down solutions to fix issues that may occur. Here’s how to find the RAM manufacturer.

1. On your PC, open “Start” or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Input “Command Prompt” and right-click the selection displayed.
   
3. Tap “Run as administrator” to open the admin Command Prompt window.
   
4. Type in the following command:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, manufacturer
   
5. Tap “Enter.”
   

The manufacturer’s brand name will be under the “Manufacturer” section.

How to Look Up RAM Part Number

Finding out your RAM part number may be helpful when looking to replace your memory stick. You do not have to open up your device to locate the part number. The guide below will walk you through how to get the information you need.

1. Navigate to “Start” on your PC or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Insert “Command Prompt” in the search box and right-click on the results.
   
3. Tap on “Run as administrator” to enter Command Prompt in admin mode.
   
4. Type in the command below in the window that appears:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, partnumber
   
5. Press “Enter” on your keyboard.
   

The part number will be displayed under “Part Number.”

How to Look Up RAM Capacity

Your computer may be running slow because your memory is almost full. It is possible to check the capacity of each memory card or the entire computer. Here’s how to find out the memory size of each module.

1. Head to “Start” or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Find the search box at the bottom of the screen and input “Command Prompt.”
   
3. Right-click on the menu displayed and tap “Run as administrator.”
   
4. On the screen that appears, type in the following command:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, capacity
   
5. Click “Enter” on your device.
   

Under the “Capacity” section, you will find the size of each memory module. The information is shown in bytes.

If you would like to determine the RAM capacity of the entire system, this is what you will need to do.

1. Go to “Start” on your computer and type “Command Prompt” in the search bar.
   
2. Right-click on the menu displayed and click on “Run as administrator.”
   
3. The Command Prompt window will appear. Input the information below:
   systeminfo │findstr ∕C: "Total Physical Memory"
   
4. Press “Enter.”                     
                                                              

The total memory capacity of your PC will be shown under “Total Physical Memory.” The information will be displayed in megabytes.

How to Look Up RAM Speed

RAM speed affects the performance of your device. The faster the speed, the faster your computer operates. RAM speed might not be an essential factor for those who mainly use their PCs to browse the web. However, for creatives or gamers, speed matters. If you want to know how fast your computer operates, check out these steps.

1. Go to “Start” on your computer and locate the search bar or press “Windows” key from your keyboard.
   
2. Type in “Command Prompt” and right-click on the menu that appears.
   
3. Press “Run as administrator,” which will take you to the Command Prompt window.
   
4. Input the command shown below:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, speed
   
5. Hit “Enter” to populate the screen
   

You will see the RAM speed displayed in MHz under the “Speed” section.

How to Look Up RAM Type

The type of RAM your computer has determines how information is stored on your device. To find out the memory format of your PC, take a look at the steps outlined here.

1. From “Start” on your PC, go to the search bar or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Enter “Command Prompt” and right-click on the menu provided.
   
3. Tap “Run as administrator” to access the Command Prompt window.
   
4. On the screen that appears, type in the following:
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, memorytype
   
5. Click “Enter” to view the results.
   

The memory module used on your computer will correspond to the number you see in the “Memory Type” section. To find your RAM type, refer to the list below.

1. Unknown.
2. Other.
3. DRAM.
4. Synchronous DRAM.
5. Cache DRAM.
6. EDO.
7. EDRAM.
8. VRAM.
9. SRAM.
10. RAM.
11. ROM.
12. Flash.
13. EEPROM.
14. FEPROM.
15. EPROM.
16. CDRAM.
17. 3DRAM.
18. SDRAM.
19. SGRAM.
20. RDRAM.
21. DDR.
22. DDR2.
23. DDR2 FB-DIMM.
24. DDR3.
25. FBD2.

For example, if you see the number 8 under “Memory Type,” your RAM is VRAM.

How to Look Up RAM Form Factor

RAM comes in two modules, DIMM and SODIMM. Although they function the same way, they do not work together. When looking to replace or upgrade your RAM, you will need to know your memory form factor to get a RAM stick that will fit in your computer’s slot. The following steps will help you find out your RAM form factor.

1. Go to “Start” and navigate to the search bar on your computer or press “Windows” key on your keyboard.
   
2. Input “Command Prompt” and right-click on the results that appear.
   
3. Press “Run as administrator.” This will open Command Prompt in admin mode.
   
4. Type in the following in the window that appears
   wmic memorychip get devicelocator, form factor
   
5. Tap “Enter” on your keypad.
   

Your RAM form factor will correspond with the number displayed under “Form Factor.” If the digit you see is 8, your form factor is DIMM. This module is typically used on desktop computers. If you get the number 12, your form factor is SODIMM, usually found in laptops.

How to Look Up RAM Information Simultaneously

You can use a single command to find all of your RAM information simultaneously. These are the steps you can use to discover the memory specifications of your PC.

1. Navigate to “Start” and find the search bar or press “Windows” key.
   
2. Type in “Command Prompt” and right-click on the menu that appears.
   
3. Hit “Run as administrator” to enter Command Prompt in admin mode.
   
4. On the screen that is displayed, input the command below:
   wmic memorychip list full
   
5. Tap “Enter” to see all the details of your RAM module.
   

Digging Into RAM

RAM is your computer’s short-term memory. It’s essential in running the programs you are currently using. And learning how to access your RAM information is necessary to upgrade or replace your memory sticks. With this guide, you can find the details you require without opening up your device.

Have you looked up your RAM serial number? Let us know how you did that in the comments below.