What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 3C831E to CKD 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 3C:83:1E, it is CKD Corporation hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 3C831E?
3C831E is registered to CKD 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. CKD Corporation's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 3C831E?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 3C:83:1E was manufactured by or for CKD Corporation.