How do i find the motherboard number on my gateway laptop

thanks

I have taken the computer apart and have the motherboard at hand.
If I can find the current MB number how can I search for MB's replacement that are compatable with what I have and where might I find such items (IE how and what do I search for)

Thanks again

what you want is the model written on (usually) the base of the laptop as most laptop motherboards never have any details labled on them as they supposed to come with a shell etc so

Go to ebay or use your laptop model number with your favorite search engine. Used laptop boards aren't cheap; it may be just as cost effective to get a new laptop and use your old hardrive. A good tech can migrate your old programs over to a new drive. Be sure it's the board and not the power supply before investing in used parts.