What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 0000A2 to Bay Networks. Every network interface they manufacture under this block has a MAC address beginning with these digits, followed by a unique per-device identifier. If a device on your network shows a MAC starting 00:00:A2, it is Bay Networks hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 0000A2?
0000A2 is registered to Bay Networks in the IEEE MA-L registry.
What does the MA-L registry type mean?
An MA-L assignment, the IEEE's original OUI format, gives the vendor the first three octets and 16,777,216 device addresses under them. Bay Networks's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 0000A2?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:00:A2 was manufactured by or for Bay Networks.