What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-S block 70B3D5816 to Smith Meter, 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 70:B3:D5:81:6, it is Smith Meter, Inc. hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 70B3D5816?
70B3D5816 is registered to Smith Meter, Inc. in the IEEE MA-S registry.
What does the MA-S registry type mean?
An MA-S assignment, formerly called OUI-36, covers 36 bits, giving the vendor 4,096 device addresses, the smallest block the IEEE issues. Smith Meter, Inc.'s block covers 4,096 addresses.
What devices use 70B3D5816?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 70:B3:D5:81:6 was manufactured by or for Smith Meter, Inc..