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Find Computer Name on a Mac
Support staff frequently need the "Computer Name" to be able to provide specific types of support.
For macOS 13 (Ventura) or 14 (Sonoma)
For macOS 12 (Monterey) or older
Step 1
If you are logged in using your Unity ID on your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences .
Step 2
Then click Sharing .
Step 3
The Computer Name for your Mac appears at the top of Sharing preferences.
Escalation
Any question on process or information within this document should be escalated to the help desk and an incident ticket assigned to OIT_DESKTOP_SUPPORT
Related Documentation
Title: Find Computer Name on a Mac
Service: IT Service Delivery & Support
Template if applicable: na
Assignment Group(s): OIT_DESKTOP_SUPPORT
Document Owner: Darrick Bremner
Available Priorities: Critical, High, Medium, Low
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