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    Is it safe to share serial #s?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by twbx54, Jan 15, 2010.

  1. twbx54

    twbx54 Notebook Enthusiast

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    If you are a seller of Thinkpads, is it safe to expose the serial numbers of the systems to potential buyers?

    I know that they're used primarily with checking up parts, but do they have any other uses?

    Thanks.
     
    twbx54, Jan 15, 2010
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  2. cashflow2

    cashflow2 Notebook Consultant

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    I'd blur it.
     
    cashflow2, Jan 15, 2010
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  3. lead_org

    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    they can claim warranty on your behalf.
     
    lead_org, Jan 15, 2010
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  4. MidnightSun

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    I believe they can also be used to verify ownership of the laptop, so no, I would blur it out.
     
    MidnightSun, Jan 15, 2010
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