System information

Configuring Security
Configuring 802.1X
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Defining 802.1X Properties
The 802.1X Properties Page is used to globally enable 802.1X. For 802.1X to
function, it must be activated both globally and individually on each port.
To define port-based authentication:
STEP 1 Click Security > 802.1X > Properties. The 802.1X Properties Page displays.
STEP 2 Enter the parameters.
• Port Based Authentication—Enable or disable port-based, 802.1X
authentication.
STEP 3 Click Apply. The 802.1X properties are modified, and the switch is updated.
Defining 802.1X Port Authentication
The Port Authentication Page enables configuration of several of the 802.1X
parameters for each port. Since some of the configuration changes are only
possible while the port is in
Force Authorized state, such as host authentication, it
is recommended that you change the port control to
Force Authorized before
making changes. When the configuration is complete, return the port control to its
previous state.
NOTE A port with 802.1x defined on it cannot become a member of a LAG.
To define 802.1X authentication:
Click Security > 802.1X > Port Authentication. The Port Authentication Page
displays.
This page displays authentication settings for all ports.
Modifying 802.1X Port Authentication Settings
STEP 1 Click Security > 802.1X > Port Authentication. The Port Authentication Page
displays.
STEP 2 Select a port, and click Edit. The Edit Port Authentication Page displays.
STEP 3 Enter the parameters.