0x174B

0x174B is a hexadecimal numeral. The prefix 0x indicates base-16, and the digits 174B correspond to the decimal value 5963. In many technical contexts, such a string is used simply as a numeric literal, an identifier, or an encoded value.

In programming languages, 0x174B is treated as an integer literal. It can serve as a constant, a bitmask, or a flag value, depending on how it is used in the code. Its interpretation depends on the surrounding software, such as the data type, endianness, and the specific protocol or algorithm in use.

Outside of explicit code, 0x174B can appear as a memory address offset, a field in a binary format, or a vendor-specific identifier within hardware, firmware, or device configuration data. Its meaning is determined entirely by the context and documentation governing the system in which it appears.

Because hex literals are common across many domains, 0x174B has no single, universal meaning. When encountered, it should be interpreted in light of the relevant specification or source code. If possible, consult the surrounding documentation to determine whether it represents a numeric value, a memory address, a register or field value, or another encoded item. See also hexadecimal notation and 0x-prefixed literals.