Mac Authentication - ZyXEL Communications GS3700 Series User Manual

Figure 90 IEEE 802.1x Authentication Process

16.1.2 MAC Authentication

MAC authentication works in a very similar way to IEEE 802.1x authentication. The main difference
is that the Switch does not prompt the client for login credentials. The login credentials are based
on the source MAC address of the client connecting to a port on the Switch along with a password
configured specifically for MAC authentication on the Switch.
Chapter 16 Port Authentication
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New Connection
Identity Request
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Login Credentials
Challenge Request
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Challenge Response
Session Granted/Denied
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Authentication Request
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Access Challenge
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Access Request
Authentication Reply
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