Retrieving and Validating Hard Disk Serial Numbers on Mac
The article provides a comprehensive guide to checking hard disk serial numbers on Mac, either through the GUI or Terminal. It details methods applicable for SATA and NVMe drives, and pays particular attention to nuances present in M1 MacBooks with embedded SSDs. The guide underscores the importance of retrieving and validating these serial numbers, notably for Data Destruction and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) projects, ensuring data security, effective inventory management, and compliance with established standards.