What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block E498BB to Phyplus Microelectronics Limited. 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 E4:98:BB, it is Phyplus Microelectronics Limited hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix E498BB?
E498BB is registered to Phyplus Microelectronics Limited 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. Phyplus Microelectronics Limited's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use E498BB?
Any network device with a MAC address starting E4:98:BB was manufactured by or for Phyplus Microelectronics Limited.