Chapter 18 Port Authentication
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Figure 81 MAC 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.
To activate a port authentication method, click Advanced Application > Port Authentication in
the navigation panel. Select a port authentication method in the screen that appears.
Figure 82 Advanced Application > Port Authentication
18.2.1 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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Session Granted/Denied