Figuring out your motherboard model on Windows 10 isn’t rocket science, but it’s not always straightforward either. Sometimes you run into weird issues, like Command Prompt just refusing to give you the info or system info showing something totally different. If you’re trying to upgrade parts, troubleshoot, or just curious, knowing your motherboard details is kinda essential — especially since opening the case isn’t always an option (or you just don’t feel like doing a full teardown).Luckily, there are a few built-in ways to peek this info without breaking a sweat, and a few third-party tools that can help if you want more detailed reports.
How to Check Motherboard Model on Windows 10
Method 1: Use Command Prompt’s WMI Query (the usual go-to)
This approach is one of the simplest and usually the most reliable if Command Prompt is cooperative. It’s good for quick checks, especially if you’re comfortable with a terminal. Just open Command Prompt — hit the Windows key, type “cmd, ” and press Enter. If you want to be sneaky, run it as administrator (right-click and choose “Run as administrator”) because sometimes permission issues block the info from showing up.
Type this command and hit Enter: wmic baseboard get product, manufacturer
This command asks Windows’ management interface for your motherboard’s brand and model. It’s like asking your PC, “Hey, who made you and what’s your model?”
Expect a quick output: usually, you’ll see two columns — one for manufacturer, one for product. If it’s blank or shows something weird, try running the command prompt as admin or reboot and try again. Weirdly, sometimes it pings back blank info, but on other setups, it works flawlessly — just depends on permissions, BIOS quirks, or system tweaks.
Method 2: Use System Information Tool (msinfo32)
If Command Prompt’s being stubborn or you want a slightly less technical way, hit Windows + R, then type msinfo32 and press Enter. This opens the System Information window, which is kind of like a hardware snapshot. Scroll down a bit in the “System Summary” and look for “BaseBoard Manufacturer” and “BaseBoard Product”.
It’s not super detailed but enough for most basic needs. On some machines, the info appears right away, but on others, you might need to click around or restart the system first if nothing shows up.
Method 3: Try Third-Party Tools (like CPU-Z)
This is kind of a backup if the Windows tools fail or you want extra details — CPU-Z, for example, is free and pretty straightforward. Download it from their website, install, run, and head over to the “Mainboard” tab. There, you’ll see the manufacturer, model, chipset, and BIOS info. It’s like having a hardware detective in your system. Usually more accurate if WMI or built-in tools aren’t cooperating, especially for custom or older motherboards.
Because of course, Windows sometimes just refuses to show everything, so a dedicated tool feels like cheating — in a good way.
Extra tips & quick notes:
- If commands or tools aren’t giving results, double-check permissions or try rebooting. Often, a fresh start helps Windows fetch hardware details correctly.
- On some older systems, especially with custom BIOSes or stripped-down setups, info might be sparse or hidden in system menus or BIOS itself (hit Delete or F2 during boot).
- For the super cautious or curious, opening the case and peering directly at the motherboard might give you model info stuck on the board itself, but that’s a last resort if software can’t do the job.
Summary
- Open Command Prompt with admin rights and run
wmic baseboard get product, manufacturer. - Alternatively, press Windows + R, type
msinfo32, then check the “BaseBoard” info. - If those fail, download CPU-Z or another hardware info tool for detailed info.
- Remember, sometimes permissions or BIOS settings block info — a reboot or admin run can fix that.
Wrap-up
Honestly, finding out your motherboard model on Windows 10 isn’t as complicated as it sounds — once you know the commands or tools to use. It’s kind of handy for upgrades, troubleshooting, or just satisfying curiosity. If command-line stuff isn’t working, third-party tools are a good fallback, and if all else fails, digging physically into the case isn’t too bad — if you’re comfortable with that. Just keep in mind, Windows isn’t always perfect at feeding this info, especially on older or custom builds. So, a little patience and trying a few methods usually gets the job done. Fingers crossed that helps someone avoid the hassle of guessing!