What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 00028C to Micrel-Synergy Semiconductor. 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 00:02:8C, it is Micrel-Synergy Semiconductor hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 00028C?
00028C is registered to Micrel-Synergy Semiconductor 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. Micrel-Synergy Semiconductor's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 00028C?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:02:8C was manufactured by or for Micrel-Synergy Semiconductor.