What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 0017DE to Advantage Six Ltd. 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 00:17:DE, it is Advantage Six Ltd hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 0017DE?
0017DE is registered to Advantage Six Ltd 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. Advantage Six Ltd's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 0017DE?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:17:DE was manufactured by or for Advantage Six Ltd.