Tp-Link T1600G-28PS V2 [4/9] Installation

802.1X Client Software

The IEEE 802.1x port-based authentication on the TP-Link switch prevents unauthorized clients

from accessing the network. 802.1x operates in the typical client/server model. When using the

TP-Link switch as the authenticator system, please read this user guide to acquire information

about the installation and configuration of the 802.1X Client Software.

1 Installation

1. Typical Topology

The 802.1x architecture consists of three entities: Supplicant System (Client), Authenticator

System and Authentication System.

Figure 1-1 802.1x Topology

Supplicant System: The supplicant system is an entity in LAN and is authenticated by the

authenticator system. The supplicant system is usually a common user terminal computer.

Authenticator System: The authenticator system is usually an 802.1X-supported network

device, such as this TP-Link switch. It provides the physical or logical port for the supplicant

system to access the LAN and authenticates the supplicant system.

Authentication Server System: The authentication server system is an entity that provides

authentication service to the authenticator system. The server system is normally in the form

of a RADIUS server.

The 802.1X client software should be installed on the terminal computer in the Supplicant

System.

2. Supported Platforms

 32-bit Windows Server 2008

 32-bit Windows XP SP3

 32-bit Windows 7 SP1

 64-bit Windows 7

 32-bit Windows 8

 64-bit Windows 8

 32-bit Windows 8.1

 64-bit Windows 8.1