Locating the ESN (Electronic Serial Number), and/or serial number (S/N) is very fast and easy. It is best ot keep note of the ESN and Model of the cell phone for quicker activation.
Locating the ESN
The ESN (Electronic Serial Number) is used to identify a cell phone belonging to a particular carrier network. The ESN is unique and is usually located below the battery or on the back of a cell phone itself.
You will need the ESN to activate your cell phone for certain Carrier Networks. The image was created to help you identify your ESN, since they come in serveral forms.
Phone Model
Take note of the model of your phone. Do not confuse it with the brand name of the phone. For example, the image displays a Samsung Rogue, but its model number is "SCH-U960".
MEID #:
The MEID (Model Equipment Identifier) is a 14-digit Hexadecimal value that contains numbers and letters. Note that only A-F letters are used in an MEID/ESN. There is no letter "O" but instead a number "0" (Zero).
DEC #:
The DEC (Decimal) number is a 11-digit ESN.
HEX #:
The HEX(Hexadecimal) number is a 8-digit value that contains numbers and letters.
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