What this means

The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 2C41A1 to Bose Corporation. 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 2C:41:A1, it is Bose Corporation hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns MAC prefix 2C41A1?

2C41A1 is registered to Bose Corporation 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. Bose Corporation's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.

What devices use 2C41A1?

Any network device with a MAC address starting 2C:41:A1 was manufactured by or for Bose Corporation.