What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 04BC9F to Calix 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 04:BC:9F, it is Calix Inc. hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 04BC9F?
04BC9F is registered to Calix 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. Calix Inc.'s block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 04BC9F?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 04:BC:9F was manufactured by or for Calix Inc..