Chapter 18 Port Authentication
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Figure 109   IEEE 802.1x Authentication Process 
18.2  Port Authentication Configuration 
To enable port authentication, first activate the port authentication method (both on the Switch and 
the port(s)) then configure the RADIUS server settings in the Auth and Acct > Radius Server 
Setup screen. 
Click Advanced Application > Port Authentication in the navigation panel to display the screen 
as shown. 
Figure 110   Advanced Application > Port Authentication 
18.3  Activate IEEE 802.1x Security    
Use this screen to activate IEEE 802.1x security. In the Port Authentication screen click 802.1x 
to display the configuration screen as shown. 
 
New Connection
 
Authentication Request
Authentication Reply
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Login Credentials
Login Info Request
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Session Granted/Denied