Where to look for a number on the Xiaomi keyboard: SN, IMEI and hidden tags

You bought a Xiaomi keyboard -- whether it's a wireless model of the Mi Bluetooth Keyboard, a gaming Black Shark, or a compact Mi Compact Keyboard -- and suddenly you found that you had to type in a unique number to warranty, sign up for a Mi Account, or authenticate it. The problem is that there's no obvious sticker on the device's case with data like on smartphones. Where do you look for this mysterious number?

In this article, we will analyze all possible locations of the serial number (SN), IMEI (other identifiers on Xiaomi keyboards, including hidden tags under the battery, QR-You'll also learn how to distinguish the original keyboard from the fake one by labeling, and what to do if the number is erased or missing.

Types of numbers on Xiaomi keyboards: what and why to look for

Before rushing to turn the keyboard in search of numbers, let’s figure out what numbers can be present on it and what they are needed for:

• 🔢 Serial number (SN, Serial Number – a unique device identifier required for warranty repair, registration at Mi Home and authentication.
• 📡 IMEI — It is found only on keyboards with built-in communication module (for example, Xiaomi Mi). AI Keyboard with Bluetooth 5.0. Used to link to your account and track your device.
• 🏷️ Model Number: A series designation (for example, XMSH03ZM For Mi Bluetooth Keyboard, you need to find firmware and accessories.
• 🔖 QR-code - often duplicated SN and the model may contain a link to the product page.

On most Xiaomi keyboards you will find at least one. SN and model number. IMEI It is only available on devices with advanced features (e.g., Mi-enabled devices). AI Assistant: If your keyboard is Bluetooth Low Energy connected (BLE), seek MAC-Address – sometimes it acts as an identifier.

⚠️ Note: On fake keyboards, numbers are often duplicated or have a non-standard format (for example, for example, the number is not standard, SN 10 characters instead of 14-16. That's a sure sign of fake.

Where to look for a number on the keyboard case: 5 hidden places

The manufacturer places the label so it's not conspicuous, but it's still validated, and here's where you should look.

1. The bottom of the case (under rubber legs) flip the keyboard and remove the rubber stickers, which often have a sticker with an SN and model number underneath, and on some models (such as the Xiaomi Mi Wireless Keyboard), the number is laser-painted directly onto the plastic.
2. On removable keyboards (such as the Mi Compact Keyboard), open the compartment cover, usually on the inside or on a battery sticker.
3. The back panel (under the logo) on Black Shark's gaming keyboards can be hidden under a removable panel with the brand logo, carefully tucked in with a plastic card.
4. Inside the USB port (for wired models), keyboards with USB-C or Micro-USB connectors sometimes have a number on the inside of the port. Light up with a flashlight.
5. On budget models (like the Redmi Keyboard), the number can be printed on the board under the Space or Enter key. It is not recommended to remove the keys - use this method as a last resort.

If the keyboard is sealed (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Keyboard Pro), the number can only be on the package or in documents.

Check the bottom of the body under the legs |

Open the battery compartment (if any) |

Look under the removable panels (logo, USB-port)|

Use a flashlight to inspect hard-to-reach places |

Check the number found with the data on the package-->

Number on the package and in the documents: what should match

The original Xiaomi keyboard always comes with a set of documents where all the key numbers are duplicated. Here's what should be included and where to look:

• 📦 There's usually a sticker on the back of the package. SN, model number and QR-Scan the code, and it should lead to the official product page on mi.com.
• 📄 Warranty card, under "Serial Number" or "IMEI" It has to be the same number as the case, and if the numbers don't match, it's a fake.
• 📋 Instructions for use. In some models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) AI Keyboard) number duplicated on the first page of the manual.

Pay special attention QR-On the original devices, it contains encrypted information about the date of production, the country of manufacture and the serial number. QR-codes leading to suspicious websites.

⚠️ Attention: If the package is indicated IMEI, But the keyboard doesn't have a communication module (like a wired Redmi Keyboard), it's 100% fake. IMEI.

How to check the keyboard number Xiaomi for authenticity

Finding a number is half the battle, and now you need to make sure it's not fake.

1. Check through Mi Account. Go to account.xiaomi.com, log in and select Devices. Type in SN, the system will show the model and warranty status. If the keyboard is not displayed, it is either fake or unlinked to the account.
2. Check-up service IMEI. For keyboards with IMEI (Like Mi. AI Keyboard) use imei.info. Enter the number - if the device is original, you will see data on the model and country of manufacture.

A critical sign of forgery: if you check the SN on the official website, the system gives an error "Device not found", but the keyboard works, this is a clone. The original devices are always displayed in the Xiaomi database, even if they are not tied to the account.

Yeah, I bought a fake |

No, I always take the original |

I'm not sure how to tell the difference.|

I prefer other brands.-->

What to do if the number is erased or missing

It's not uncommon, because over time, the sticker wears off, the paint fades, or the number is initially too pale. Here's how to recover the data:

• 🔍 Use a UV flashlight. Some numbers are in invisible ink. Illuminate an UV lamp at the intended marking location (usually under the battery or on the back panel).
• 📱 Check it with Bluetooth. On your Android smartphone, turn on Developer Mode (Settings) → The phone. → Build Number – Press 7 times, then open Settings → System system → For developers → A list of Bluetooth devices. Find the keyboard. MAC-The address can be used as an alternative identifier.
• 💻 Connect to your PC. On Windows, open Device Manager. → Keyboards, find your model and check the properties. The Information tab may contain the hardware id (e.g., the hardware id, VID_2717&PID_0306), which will help to identify the device.

If the number is lost irrevocably, contact Xiaomi support with a check about the purchase. Providing the date and place of purchase, you can restore the warranty. In extreme cases, you can use the model number (for example, XMSH03ZM) to search for drivers or accessories.

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If the keyboard is no longer defined by the system, try resetting it. To do this, press and hold the Fn + Esc + Del keys for 10 seconds (for models with Bluetooth).

Number decoding: what do numbers and letters mean

The serial number (SN) and Xiaomi model code carry encrypted information about the device, and let's take a look at the structure by example:

Example SN: XMSH03ZM202305123456

• XMSH is the prefix of the brand (Xiaomi Smart Home).
• 03ZM is the model code (e.g. 03ZM = Mi Bluetooth Keyboard).
• 2023 - year of production (2023).
• 05 - month of production (May).
• 123456 is a unique serial number.

The model number (e.g., XMSH05AM) stands for:

• XM — Xiaomi.
• SH – Smart Home (a line of smart devices).
• 05 - series (5th modification).
• AM — Asia Market or American Market).

IMEI (If any, it contains information about the country of origin and the plant. The first 8 digits are: TAC-For example, 86123456 -- indicates production in China.

Frequent errors in search of a number and how to avoid them

Users often make the same mistakes when trying to find a number on the Xiaomi keyboard.

• ❌ Unnecessarily, most models don't have the number hidden under the buttons, and the risk of damage to the mechanism is higher than the chance of finding the marking.
• ❌ Use solvents to clean the sticker. Acetone or alcohol can erase the number forever. Use a wet wipe to clean.
• ❌ Trust the numbers with AliExpress/Amazon. Sellers often point out random SN In the description, focus only on the data from the case or packaging.
• ❌ Ignore the discrepancy SN Even if the keyboard works, the discrepancy in the numbers means it's either fake or restored.

If you bought a keyboard from hand, be sure to check:

1. Does the SN match on the case and in the warranty card?
2. Is there an original package with a hologram Xiaomi?
3. Is the device determined in Mi Home (for Bluetooth models)?

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If the keyboard is not visible SN, But connect to the phone, use it. MAC-Equipment address or ID as an alternative identifier for support.

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