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Computer Name Shows as Desktop-XXXXXX on Dell Systems that Ship with Windows 10

Summary: This article provides the steps for changing the Computer Name on a Dell computer if it shows Desktop-XXXXXX.

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Symptoms

Computer Name Shows Desktop-XXXXXX

You may notice that your Windows 10 computer has a computer name "Desktop-XXXXXX" on both desktop and laptops. (XXXXXX = any combination of seven letters or numbers)

Windows 10 System Information, Computer Name Example

Cause

No cause information is available.

Resolution

How to Change the Computer Name

You have several options that allow you to change the computer name of a Windows 10 computer.

From the Start Menu

  1. Click Settings on the Start menu, the Settings Window opens.
  2. Click the System icon in the upper left.
  3. Click About at the bottom of the left side menu.
  4. Then Click the Rename PC button
  5. In the Rename your PC Window, type in the new name in the box then Click Next and Click the Restart Now button.

Desktop Mode Menu

  1. Type sysdm.cpl in the search box then press the Enter key, this opens the System Properties window.
  2. Click the Change.
  3. In the Computer Name/Domain Changes window type in the new computer name in the Computer Name box then Click OK then click Yes to restart the system.

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Affected Products

Alienware, Dell All-in-One, Dell Pro All-in-One, Dell Pro Max Micro, Dell Pro Max Slim, Dell Pro Max Tower, Dell Pro Micro, Dell Pro Slim, Dell Pro Tower, Dell Slim, Dell Tower, Inspiron, OptiPlex, Vostro, XPS, G Series, G Series, Alienware , Dell Plus, Dell Pro, Dell Pro Max, Dell Pro Plus, Dell Pro Premium, Inspiron, Latitude, Dell Pro Rugged, Vostro, XPS, Fixed Workstations, Mobile Workstations, Dell Pro Max Micro XE FCM2250, Dell Pro Max Slim XE FCS1250, Dell Pro Max Tower T2 XE FCT2250, Dell Pro Max 16 XE MC16250, Dell Pro Micro Plus XE QBM1250, Dell Pro Slim Plus XE5 QBS1250, Dell Pro Tower Plus XE5 QBT1250 ...
Article Properties
Article Number: 000137111
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 08 May 2025
Version:  6
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