How do I go about checking to see if a Macbook Pro I purchased is stolen or not?
How do I go about checking to see if a Macbook Pro I purchased is stolen or not? WHERE DO I HAVE SERIAL NUMBER CHECKED? BESTBUY, APPLE.COM, REPAIR SHOP. ETC
Hi ..
See if it's been registered > Apple - Support - Check Your Service and Support Coverage
How to find the serial number of your Apple hardware product
Apple does not keep track of stolen Apple products.
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