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‎11-16-2018 12:02 PM - last edited on ‎11-16-2018 03:00 PM by Retired

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Hi All - Basically I'm trying to figure out how old this Pavilion g laptop is.  product ID is-

[personal information removed per Rules Of Participation]. Any advice very much appreciated.

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BT2

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‎11-17-2018 05:01 AM

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The 1 is for the year = 2011

 

The 26 is for the week = June 27  -   July 3

 

It was born the 26th week of 2011.

 

REO

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‎11-16-2018 02:26 PM

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What is the 4th, 5th and 6th numbers of your serial number???

 

Only the 4th, 5th and 6th numbers !!!

 

xxx456xxxx

 

REO

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‎11-17-2018 04:44 AM

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Hi REO  -  No sticky label so accessed Serial No. via CMD Prompt.   It is a mixture of letters and numbers so assuming the letters are counted.......the 3 numbers are  1 - 2 - 6 preceded by three letters.  The same serial number is listed underneath the battery.

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‎11-17-2018 05:01 AM

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126

 

The 1 is for the year = 2011

 

The 26 is for the week = June 27  -   July 3

 

It was born the 26th week of 2011.

 

REO

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‎11-17-2018 05:35 AM

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Thank you REO - Absolutely brilliant.  I very much appreciate your prompt and informative advice.  Mmm..... over 7 years old....no wonder it's 'moaning' a bit :-).

Best Wishes

BobT2

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‎11-17-2018 05:59 AM

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In computer years it past its midlife crisis a few years back!!!

 

REO

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