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Find Computer Name in Windows

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Support staff frequently need the "Computer Name" to be able to provide specific types of support. If you are logged in using your Unity ID on your Windows machine, follow these steps. 

The Settings app offers build, edition, and version information in a user-friendly form.

  1. Hit Windows+I to open Settings.
  2. In the Settings window, navigate to System > About.
  3. Scroll down a bit and you’ll see the information you’re after.
  4. The name of the computer will be listed beside Device Name will generally have the following format: DEPARTMENT-6 Characters (for example: OITHELP-32DB56)

 

 

Another very quick method, that provides less system information, but still shows your version, is to use a Windows search menu or search bar and type winver

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