How to Find a Printer’s MAC Address

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Introduction

This application note explains how to find a Printer’s MAC Address. Identifying your printer’s MAC Address may be necessary for set up in Mac or Linux devices when using Bluetooth printers, or for granting access in a Network when using Ethernet or Wi-Fi printers.

Supported Printers: All
Supported Interfaces: All

 

Before you begin

Important! Ensure your printer has paper loaded.

 

Identifying a MAC Address

The fastest way to identify a printer’s MAC Address is to perform a self-test. Depending on your model printer the process to perform a self-test will differ. Use the article below to perform a self-test.

Performing a Hardware Self-Test on Star Printers

Note: The MAC Address is typically found on the second page of the self-test print out.

 

Example

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Congratulations! You have now identified your printer’s MAC Address.

 

See also

Performing a Hardware Self-Test on Star Printers

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