What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 2C44FD to Hewlett Packard. 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:44:FD, it is Hewlett Packard hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 2C44FD?
2C44FD is registered to Hewlett Packard 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. Hewlett Packard's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 2C44FD?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 2C:44:FD was manufactured by or for Hewlett Packard.