What this means
The IEEE assigned the MA-L block EC986C to Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik 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:98:6C, it is Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns MAC prefix EC986C?
EC986C is registered to Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik 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. Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH's block covers 16,777,216 addresses.
What devices use EC986C?
Any network device with a MAC address starting EC:98:6C was manufactured by or for Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH.