User guide

Wireless Security
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WPA/WPA2 Security
The WPA and WPA2 modes use IEEE 802.1X as their basic framework for user
authentication and dynamic key management. IEEE 802.1X access security uses
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and requires a configured Remote
Authentication Dial-in User Service (RADIUS) authentication server to be accessible
in the enterprise network. If you select WPA or WPA2 mode, be sure to configure the
RADIUS settings displayed on the page.
The WPA-WPA2-Mixed mode is a transitional mode of operation for networks
moving from WPA security to WPA2. WPA-WPA2-Mixed mode allows both WPA and
WPA2 clients to associate to a common Wi-Fi interface.
Figure 8-4. WPA/WPA2 Security
RADIUS Setting – Configures RADIUS server settings for WPA, WPA2, or
WPA-WPA2-Mixed security modes.
• IP Address/Server Name – Specifies the IP address or domain name of the
RADIUS server.
• Port Number – The User Datagram Protocol (UDP) port number used by the
RADIUS server for authentication messages. (Range: 1024-65535; Default: 1812)
• Secret – A shared text string used to encrypt messages between the unit and the
RADIUS server. Be sure that the same text string is specified on the RADIUS
server. Do not use blank spaces in the string. (Maximum length: 20 characters)