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Is a Motherboards Serial number written electronically to the bios chip?

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vidyiddle
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2016/08/27 00:08:20 (permalink)
Hi all,

I have a question.

I understand a motherboards serial number is printed on the motherboard and its box. I was wondering if this is also written electronically to the bios chip during manufacture? As I am replacing my bios chip after a bad flash, I was wondering if this will also change my electronic serial number.

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Vidya
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    KenMcC
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    Re: Is a Motherboards Serial number written electronically to the bios chip? 2016/08/29 12:31:45 (permalink)
    IMO the serial number should never be on a BIOS as these chips can be replaced or updated all the time. 

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    Re: Is a Motherboards Serial number written electronically to the bios chip? 2016/08/29 12:44:14 (permalink)
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