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request to a RADIUS server. The RADIUS server validates whether this client is 
allowed access to the port.   
Figure 71   IEEE 802.1x Authentication Process 
18.2  Port Authentication Configuration 
To enable port authentication, first activate the port authentication method(s) you 
want to use (both on the Switch and the port(s)) then configure the RADIUS 
server settings in the AAA > Radius Server Setup screen. 
Click Advanced Application > Port Authentication in the navigation panel to 
display the screen as shown. 
Figure 72   Advanced Application > Port Authentication 
 
New Connection
 
Authentication Request
Authentication Reply
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Login Credentials
Login Info Request
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Session Granted/Denied