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 on Windows

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, click on the Start menu or press the 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 and hit Enter.
   
5. The serial number will appear under “Serial Number.”
   

How to Look Up RAM Manufacturer on Windows

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, click on the Start menu or press the 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 and hit Enter.
   
5. The manufacturer’s brand name will be under the “Manufacturer” section.

How to Look Up RAM Part Number on Windows

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 the Start menu by click on the icon or pressing the 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: wmic memorychip get devicelocator, partnumber and hit Enter.
   
5. The part number will be displayed under “Part Number.”

How to Look Up RAM Capacity on Windows

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. Go to the Start menu/Search bar and input “Command Prompt.”
   
2. Right-click on the menu displayed and tap Run as administrator.
   
3. On the screen that appears, type in the following command: wmic memorychip get devicelocator, capacity and press Enter.
   
4. 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. Now, type in: systeminfo │findstr ∕C: "Total Physical Memory" and press Enter.
   
4. 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 on Windows

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. Tap on the Windows icon or press the Windows key from your keyboard to open the Start menu.
   
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. Now, type in: wmic memorychip get devicelocator, speed and hit Enter.
   
5. You will see the RAM speed displayed in MHz under the “Speed” section.

How to Look Up RAM Type on Windows

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 the Start menu, enter “Command Prompt” and right-click on the menu provided.
   
2. Tap Run as administrator to access the Command Prompt window.
   
3. On the screen that appears, type in the following: wmic memorychip get devicelocator, memorytype and hit Enter.
   
4. 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 on Windows

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. Open up an admin mode Command Prompt.
   
2. Type in: wmic memorychip get devicelocator, form factor and press Enter.
   
3. 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 on Windows

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. Open up an admin Command Prompt.
   
2. On the screen that is displayed, input: wmic memorychip list full and press Enter.
   
3. The full list will appear in the window.

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.