What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 001F8E to Metris USA 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 00:1F:8E, it is Metris USA Inc. hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 001F8E?
001F8E is registered to Metris USA 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. Metris USA Inc.'s block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 001F8E?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:1F:8E was manufactured by or for Metris USA Inc..