6.4
Checking the Computer MAC Address
The MAC address, also known as the physical address, is a unique identifier assigned to a
network adapter. A MAC address contains six groups of two hexadecimal digits, such as 2C-
41–38–8D-75–8D. This section demonstrates how to check your computer's MAC address.
Procedure on Computers Running Windows 7
1.
Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing
Center > Change adapter settings. Right-click Local Area Connection and choose
Status from the shortcut menu.
2.
Click Details.
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