Sony PlayStation 3 - Find MAC Address

Issue/Question

  • How do I find the MAC address for my Playstation 3?

Environment

  • Oregon State University
  • Network
  • Playstation 3

Explanation

Your device's MAC Address must be registered in order to receive network access on the OSU network. The MAC address is a unique number associated with your device's network adapter. It is also called a Physical Address, Hardware Address, Ethernet ID or network adapter on various systems.

Resolution

  1. Start the PlayStation 3 with no disc inserted.
  2. Select the System Settings icon and push the X button.
  3. Select System Information and push the X button.
  4. The third line will be the MAC Address.

Assistance

For assistance, contact the Service Desk.

Details

Article ID: 49872
Created
Thu 3/8/18 9:48 AM
Modified
Mon 6/6/22 9:54 AM

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