Allow for `get_hardware_id()` to be used for serial number. (#24053)
* Allow for `get_hardware_id()` to be used for serial number.
* Length checks.
* Explain length.
* Cleanup.
* Preprocessor magic.
* Use the force, Batman.
* Swap logic; if SERIAL_NUMBER is defined use that, otherwise derive it.
* Cleanup.
* Cleanup.
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