System and user defaults system values: Serial number

The Serial number system value is also known as QSRLNBR. You can use this system value to view the serial number of your system.

Quick reference
Location From IBM® Navigator for i, select Configuration and Service > System Values. Right-click on System and User Defaults and click Properties, then select theSystem tab.
Default value Machine dependent.
Changes take effect This system value is read-only. You cannot change this system value.
Lockable No.

What can I do with this system value?

You can view this system value. The serial number is used as a means of identification. This number depends on what version, release, and model of the IBM i operating system you have installed. The system serial number is the same for each partition on a system. An example of a serial number is 1001003. You cannot edit this value.