What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block 78843C to Sony 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 78:84:3C, it is Sony Corporation hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix 78843C?
78843C is registered to Sony 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. Sony Corporation's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use 78843C?
Any network device with a MAC address starting 78:84:3C was manufactured by or for Sony Corporation.