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Revision as of 18:03, 5 December 2012
Instructions
NOTE: These instructions apply to both Windows Vista and Windows 7.
- Open cmd
- Type cmd into the find input box (this input also doubles as the typical run dialog if you press enter) and press enter.
Step 2: Run ipconfig
Type ipconfig /all to display information about your network adapters.
Step 3: Extract the Physical Address (MAC Address)
The physical (MAC) address should be found typically under:
- Wireless LAN adapter Wireless Network Connection for the Wireless connection
- Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection for Wired connection