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Find the MAC Address for Handheld Gaming Devices, Tablets and Ereaders

Follow these general instructions to get started. For additional information, refer to your device manual or manufacturer's website.

Handheld Gaming

  1. Select Settings.
  2. Select Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Setup or Nintendo WFC Setup.
  3. Select Options > System Information to display the MAC address.
  1. Select System Settings > Internet Settings > Other Information.
  2. Select Confirm MAC Address to display the MAC address.
  1. Select Settings from the main menu.
  2. Select System Settings > System Information to display the MAC address.

Tablets and Ereaders

  1. Tap Settings > General > About. The MAC address appears in the Wi-Fi Address field.
  1. Tap Settings from the home screen.
  2. Tap More > Device. The MAC address appears in the WiFi MAC Address field.
  1. Tap the Menu button on the home screen.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap the Menu button.
  4. Tap Device Info. The MAC address appears in the WiFi MAC Address field.
  1. Tap the Home button.
  2. Tap Settings to display the MAC address.
  1. Tap the Nav Arrow on the bottom of the screen.
  2. Tap Settings > Device Info.
  3. Tap About Your Nook to display the MAC address.