Deployment Guide

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Chapter 4
RADIUS Services
RADIUS is a network access-control protocol that verifies and authenticates users. The framework around
which RADIUS is built is known as the AAA process, consisting of authentication, authorization, and
accounting.
RADIUS authenticates a guest user’s session by checking that the guest’s password matches the guest’s
login details stored in the RADIUS database. Guest access is authorized by assigning a user role to the guest
account. The properties of the role determine the authorization for each guest session. Dynamic
authorization extensions to RADIUS allow for sessions to be disconnected, or for changes in authorization
to be made while a guest is connected. Lastly, the RADIUS database records summarized accounting
information about each guest session. This allows you to generate reports about guest network usage.
Accessing RADIUS Services
Use the RADIUS Services command link on the Amigopod Visitor Management Appliance home page to
access RADIUS Services.
Alternatively, use the RADIUS Services navigation menu to jump directly to any of the features within
RADIUS Services.
Server Control
You are able to use the Server Control page to restart, stop and debug the RADIUS server.
RADIUS Log Snapshot
The latest entries in the RADIUS server log are displayed on the Server Control page in reverse
chronological order.
The Restart RADIUS Server and Stop RADIUS Server commands take effect the moment either one is clicked. You
are not presented with any confirmation windows.