Can you locate a new laptop?

I know that there have been similar questions. However, I will try my luck.

Last week an Amazon package was parked right on the doorstep. Unfortunately the deliverer didn't ring the bell and I read the email that the package was not delivered until a good 45 minutes later. Of course that was gone. Only three parties live in our house, but we still have a tax office in the house. In addition, the entrance is clearly visible from the street. My neighbors didn't take anything in - I trust them too. However, I have a guess where the laptop ended up.

As I said, this is new, only set up by the manufacturer with Windows 10. Is it possible to "locate" it when the "finder" dials in or logs in?

No. There's no "location software" on it

That is not easily possible. Theoretically, Windows reports regularly to Microsoft and then also reports the IP via which it is logged in. The police (with a court order) could use this to determine the subscriber and the address.

But since you don't know the license key, this will be difficult.

Alternatively, I would contact the dealer. If the parcel has been parked in front of the door without your express permission, the shipping company is liable for loss, but to the retailer and not to the customer.

Yes, it is called "Windows"

No, because he is not yet registered for a user.

But it's not your problem either. Report to Amazon that you did not receive the delivery.

No, a laptop can't be located, or if so, only with extremely high effort.

You should create a ticket with Amazon support. Amazon is very customer friendly and will likely refund your money and claim damages from the mail order company.

It is grossly negligent that the parcel carrier simply leaves a package in front of the door.

Thank you so much. Amazon was very helpful and it worked. But it annoys me because I needed the laptop for my daughter. Behind this is now a guess who was faster…

Amazon is usually quite accommodating.

Yes… It is annoying when one is stolen 😢 … But don't get angry, some people are just a bit selfish, so you have to be patient to stay at peace yourself. 😊