LivoPC team · AI-assisted editorial summary
How to find your PC's components and confirm their models
View the configuration in your system, check what the reading cannot identify and record CPU, RAM, GPU and storage without confusing a detected name with a confirmed variant.
Updated on · Fundamentals
What to consider first
Start with the operating system's own information and record the names it shows. Then check the variant in the documentation or the manufacturer's identification. The power supply, case, physical revision and memory details may remain unknown: a software report does not replace that confirmation.
Detecting a name does not prove a part's condition, authenticity, ownership or compatibility. Do not publish complete reports containing personal identifiers.
For anyone who wants to record an existing desktop or laptop before asking for help, buying a part or planning an upgrade.
1. Read the system information before opening the case
On Windows, search for msinfo32 and open System Information. Check the summary and component categories; record useful fields instead of sharing the entire report. On a Mac, open System Settings, General, About and System Report. On other systems, use the information tool recommended by the distribution. Missing fields must remain unconfirmed.
2. Separate the detected name from the information still missing
Create a short record of what was observed, where it was observed and the next piece of information needed. Memory capacity, GPU name and disk space answer different questions from the exact part number.
| Component | Starting point | Confirmation needed |
|---|---|---|
| CPU and motherboard | Model reported by the system and BIOS, when available. | Full board model, physical revision and supported CPU list. |
| RAM | Total capacity and available information about modules. | Kit part number, generation, form factor, slots and soldered memory in a laptop. |
| GPU and storage | Name reported by the system, capacity and detected drives. | GPU manufacturer/variant; SSD or HDD interface, form factor and part number. |
| Power supply, case and cooler | Receipt, packaging, external label or build documentation. | Model, connectors, dimensions and mounting kit; do not infer them from appearance. |
3. For a laptop, find the full model
The same product name can cover different variants. Use the full identification to find the manufacturer's manual and check soldered memory, slots and replaceable drives. Knowing the installed capacity does not show that a free slot exists. Do not apply a desktop specification to a laptop.
4. Fill the gaps without assuming the part
For the power supply and case, prefer documentation or a photo of a label that is already accessible. If you need to access the interior, follow the manual with the equipment switched off and unplugged. Do not open the power supply enclosure. If access is unsafe, ask a technician for help and leave the field unknown.
5. Educational example: capacity does not identify a kit
Imagine the system shows 32 GB of memory, but you do not yet have the module part numbers. Record the observed capacity; do not select a Kingston kit or another brand's kit based on similarity. The next step is to check the part number, module count and board manual. This example was not detected on a customer's machine.
- Observed data: total capacity of 32 GB in this fictional scenario.
- Missing data: model, generation, module arrangement and expansion options.
- Supported conclusion: identification is incomplete; no purchase has been validated.
6. Keep a configuration you can review
In LivoPC, manual registration lets you start without an installer. If Connect is available for your system, assisted reading is optional and must be reviewed. Manually fill in what is missing, keep planned, purchased and installed parts separate, and sign in to save on the server. The build example below is only an exercise; it does not represent your PC's parts.
AM4 planning example
- AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
- MSI B550M PRO-VDH WIFI
- Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 × 16 GB) DDR4
- Kingston NV3 1 TB M.2 2280
- CORSAIR RM650 650 W
- CORSAIR 4000D AIRFLOW Preto
- Noctua NH-U12S redux
Editable example with catalog parts. The selection illustrates planning; it is not a list of best buys, a complete budget or compatibility approval.
Explore and plan without an account. Parts are added as planned; checks are in the builder.
Frequently asked questions
Can I identify the power supply using software?
Do not rely on a general system reading to confirm the power supply model. Consult documentation or external identification and leave anything you cannot verify unknown.
Do I need to install Connect to register my PC?
No. Manual registration is an alternative. The Connect page explains its limits and directs you to actual installer availability.
How this guide was prepared
AI-assisted editorial summary, with sources consulted on the dates indicated. The examples are educational and do not represent performance tests, diagnoses, customer accounts or private readings. There are no prices or estimated gains. Check the variant's manual and tool versions before following the steps.
- Microsoft — System Information (msinfo32) · accessed on
- Apple — system information and report · accessed on