How to locate System Information within Windows 8

Description: This article will show you how to access the system information page. This contains information on the system including hardware and memory specifications, computer name and workgroup settings, and activation information.

  1. Click on the hotspot in the lower right hand corner of the Windows desktop.
    Windows 8 Desktop HotSpot
  2. When the menu appears, click on the Settings charm.
    Windows 8 Charms
  3. When the Desktop menu appears click on PC info.
    Windows 8 Charms, Settings
  4. The system properties screen will appear. Here you can view information on your system, including information on the systems' Windows version, hardware, computer name, workgroup settings and Windows activation information.
    Windows 8 System Properties

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