Finding the MAC address for wired and wireless networks

The MAC address is the network identifier for the device. IT uses it to allow the device onto the network.

Your device contains two MAC addresses: One for wireless connections and one for wired connections.

Locating the MAC address for wireless connections

  1. Tap Settings.
    Settings icon
  2. Tap Wi-Fi.
    Wi-Fi option
  3. The MAC address appears above the list of wireless networks.
    Wi-Fi MAC address

Locating the MAC address for wired connections

  1. Tap Settings.
    Settings icon
  2. Tap Wired (Ethernet). The MAC address is present at the top of the screen.
    Wired MAC Address

If the MAC address does not appear, try these steps:

  1. Tap Settings.
    Settings icon
  2. Scroll down to the Advanced Device Options section and tap About This Device.
  3. Scroll down to the Base Network Info section to locate the MAC Address.
    System info screen MAC Address
  4. Tap Cancel to return to the Home screen.