What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 00058D to Lynx Photonic Networks, Inc.. 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 00:05:8D, it is Lynx Photonic Networks, Inc. hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 00058D?
00058D is registered to Lynx Photonic Networks, Inc. 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. Lynx Photonic Networks, Inc.'s block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 00058D?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:05:8D was manufactured by or for Lynx Photonic Networks, Inc..