What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block DC5E36 to Paterson Technology. 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 DC:5E:36, it is Paterson Technology hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix DC5E36?
DC5E36 is registered to Paterson Technology 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. Paterson Technology's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use DC5E36?
Any network device with a MAC address starting DC:5E:36 was manufactured by or for Paterson Technology.