Supported Authentication Methods; 802.1X Authentication - Aruba IAP-335 User Manual

2. To add a user, click New. The New Guest User popup window is displayed.
3. Specify a Username and Password.
4. Retype the password to confirm.
5. Click OK.

Supported Authentication Methods

Authentication is a process of identifying a user through a valid username and password or based on the user's
MAC addresses. The following authentication methods are supported in Instant:

802.1X Authentication

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MAC Authentication
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MAC Authentication with 802.1X Authentication
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Captive Portal Authentication
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MAC Authentication with Captive Portal Authentication
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802.1X Authentication with Captive Portal Role
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WISPr Authentication
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802.1X Authentication
802.1X is an IEEE standard that provides an authentication framework for WLANs. The 802.1X standard uses
the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) to exchange messages during the authentication process. The
authentication protocols that operate inside the 802.1X framework include EAP-Transport Layer Security (EAP-
TLS), Protected EAP (PEAP), and EAP-Tunneled TLS (EAP-TTLS). These protocols allow the network to
authenticate the client while also allowing the client to authenticate the network. For more information on EAP
authentication framework supported by the IAPs, see
150.
The 802.1X authentication method allows an IAP to authenticate the identity of a user before providing
network access to the user. The Remote Authentication Dial In User Service (RADIUS) protocol provides
centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting management. For authentication purpose, the
wireless client can associate to a network access server (NAS) or RADIUS client such as a wireless IAP. The
wireless client can pass data traffic only after a successful 802.1X authentication.
For more information on configuring an IAP to use 802.1X authentication, see
Authentication for a Network Profile on page
148 | Authentication and User Management
Supported EAP Authentication Frameworks on page
167.
Configuring 802.1X
Aruba Instant 6.5.0.0-4.3.0.0 | User Guide