What this means

The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 0CB771 to Commscope. 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 0C:B7:71, it is Commscope hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns MAC prefix 0CB771?

0CB771 is registered to Commscope 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. Commscope's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.

What devices use 0CB771?

Any network device with a MAC address starting 0C:B7:71 was manufactured by or for Commscope.