MAC for Cable and DSL Modems
Multiband utilizes the MAC address from your networking device to provide a method of authentication. The MAC address is used for security reasons because it is unique to each individual networking device. The subsequent information will inform you how to locate the MAC address from your Cable and DSL Modem.
Note: With networking devices, the MAC address or addresses are usually located on a label on the device itself.
Obtaining Mac Address for Cable and DSL Modems
Locating the MAC Address on a Cable Modem
- Locate cable modem.
- Find the sticker that has the MAC address on it. This can be listed as:
- HFC MAC ID
- Ethernet address
- MAC
- USB address
- EA
- C – MAC address
- U – MAC address
Locating the MAC Address on a DSL Modem
Locating the MAC address on a DSL modem is not necessary.
