How to Find your Device's MAC Address

For performance and security, all consoles and smart TVs need to be added to BU's approved device list. Please fill out the Approved Device form to gain access to the BU-IOT network. To complete this form, you will need to locate and provide your device's MAC address.

This knowledgebase article will offer step-by-step instructions on how to locate your device's MAC address so it can be added to the approved device list for BU-IOT.

1: Nintendo Switch
  • Go to the Home menu.
  • Select System Settings.
  • Scroll down and select Internet.
  • The Nintendo Switch's MAC address will be listed under System MAC Address.

2: PlayStation 5
  • Go to the Home screen.
  • Select the Settings gear icon in the upper right corner.
  • Select System.
  • Select Console Information.
  • The PlayStation 5's MAC address will be displayed at the bottom of the list.
  • Please note that you are using "MAC address (Wi-Fi)".

3: PlayStation 4
  • Go to the Home screen.
  • Select Settings.
  • Select System Settings.
  • Select System Information.
  • The PlayStation 4's MAC address will be displayed on this screen.

4: Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S
  • Find MyXbox on the Xbox dashboard.
  • Select Settings.
  • Select Network Settings under General.
  • Select Advanced Settings under the Network Settings tab.
  • The Xbox's MAC address will be displayed for Wireless (Wi-Fi).

5: Xbox One
  • Find MyXbox in the Xbox Dashboard.
  • Select Settings.
  • Select Network in the Settings pane.
  • Select Advanced Settings from the Network Settings tab.
  • The Xbox One's Wireless MAC address will be displayed at the bottom of the screen.

6: Roku TV
  • Press the Home button on your remote.
  • Scroll down and select Settings.
  • Scroll down and select Network.
  • Select About.
  • The Roku's Wireless MAC address will be displayed on this screen.

7: Apple TV
  • Go to the main menu on your Apple TV.
  • Select Settings.
  • Select About.
  • The Apple TV's Wireless MAC address will be displayed under Wireless ID.

8: Fire TV Stick
  • Navigate to the home screen.
  • Go to Settings under the gear icon.
  • Select My Fire TV or This Device.
  • Select About.
  • The Fire TV's Wireless MAC address will be displayed under MAC Address (Wi-Fi).

If your device is not on this list or you have difficulties locating your device's MAC address, please send in a support ticket.
Creation date: 2/26/2024 10:43 AM      Updated: 2/29/2024 1:58 PM
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