What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block C85EA9 to Intel Corporate. 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 C8:5E:A9, it is Intel Corporate hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix C85EA9?
C85EA9 is registered to Intel Corporate 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. Intel Corporate's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use C85EA9?
Any network device with a MAC address starting C8:5E:A9 was manufactured by or for Intel Corporate.