A reboot is required for the settings to take effect.
10.5
802.1X
Network > 802.1X
What this tab is for
The camera supports the IEEE 802.1X standard. IEEE 802.1X is a port-based network access
control. It enhances the security level of the LAN. When devices connect to this network with
IEEE 802.1X standard, authentication is needed. If the authentication fails, the devices do not
connect to the network. On this tab, you can turn on this feature so that the camera data is
secured and user authentication is needed when connecting the camera to the network.
Authentication steps
The authentication server must be configured. Apply for and register a user name and
password for 802.1X in the server.
● Before connecting the camera to the protected LAN, request a digital certificate from a
Certificate Authority.
● The camera requests access to the protected LAN via the authenticator (a switch).
● The switch forwards the identity and password to the authentication server (RADIUS
server).
● The switch forwards the certificate of authentication server to the camera.
● If all the information is validated, the switch allows network access to the protected
network.
To turn on IEEE 802.1X
1
Connect the network camera directly to your PC with a network cable.
2
Log on to the camera.
3
Go to the 802.1X tab of the Network page.
4
Select Enable IEEE 802.1X.
5
In the EAPOL version list, select the version which corresponds with the version of the
router or switch.
6
Type the user name and password (issued by the Certificate authority) (2x) to access
the server.
7
Click Save.
The camera reboots when you save the settings.
8
After the configuration, connect the camera to the protected network.
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