What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block EC96BF to Kontron eSystems GmbH. 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 EC:96:BF, it is Kontron eSystems GmbH hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix EC96BF?
EC96BF is registered to Kontron eSystems GmbH 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. Kontron eSystems GmbH's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use EC96BF?
Any network device with a MAC address starting EC:96:BF was manufactured by or for Kontron eSystems GmbH.