What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 0080B1 to SOFTCOM A/S. 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 00:80:B1, it is SOFTCOM A/S hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 0080B1?
0080B1 is registered to SOFTCOM A/S 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. SOFTCOM A/S's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 0080B1?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 00:80:B1 was manufactured by or for SOFTCOM A/S.