Enterasys Matrix E6 5G102-06-G, User Manual

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Security Menu Screens 9-1
9
Security Menu Screens
This chapter provides
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a brief description of 802.1X Port Based Network Access Control ( Section 9.1 )
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definitions of common terms and abbreviations,
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an overview of the tasks that may be accomplished using the new 802.1X security and
authentication features, and
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describes the following Security Menu screens:
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Security Menu ( Section 9.2 )
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Security Configuration ( Section 9.4 )
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Port Authentication ( Section 9.5 )
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Port Override Configuration ( Section 9.6 )
9.1 802.1X PORT BASED NETWORK ACCESS CONTROL
When using the physical access characteristics of IEEE 802 LAN infrastructures, the 802.1X
standard provides a mechanism for administrators to securely authenticate and grant appropriate
access to end user devices directly attached to switch ports. When configured in conjunction with
NetSight Policy Manager and RADIUS server(s), Enterasys Networks’ switches can dynamically
administer user-based policy that is specifically tailored to the end user’s needs.