Walter C.: Those are the only 3 ways to find the serial number on a PS3.ĭreadstar: If I give you the MAC address can you tell me if the hardware is banned from PSN? It can be found by looking on the top of the box (the side where the handle is located) and is printed below the contents of the box. Walter C.: You may also locate the model number by looking on the retail box. The account is probably tied to the ps3 in which their asking for the serial number. Turning the system over is necessary to view this number. Walter C.: al numbers may sometimes be printed on the store receipt. The serial number is comprised of 11 characters and is located underneath the top lip, opposite the system ports.
Underneath the bar code you will see the 11-digit serial number followed by the model number which begins with "CECH". Walter C.: To locate the model and serial number of the PlayStation 3 system, look on the back of the system and locate the bar code sticker. I'd be happy to look into this for you today, allow me one minute please. I am just wondering if the serial number is actually on the hard drive somewhere, or if it's possible for you to look it up based on the mac address? I don't want this console to be banned or anything. I didn't notice at the time, but the serial number sticker is missing. I have a question about PS3 serial numbers.ĭreadstar: I bought a used console. Eh, guess I got my answer after starting at number 87 in the chat queue lol: