Chapter 11 Avaya P330 Layer 2 Features

Note: If either PBNAC or STP/RSTP are in a blocking state, the final state of the port will be blocked.

•When PBNAC is activated, the application immediately places all ports in a blocking state unless they were declared "Force Authenticate". They will be reverted to “Forwarding” state only when the port is authorized by the RADIUS server.

Note: The actual state of ports configured as "Force Authenticate" is determined by the STA.

Configuring the P330 for PBNAC

This section lists the basic tasks required to configure a P330 stack for PBNAC. To configure P330 for PBNAC, do the following:

•Configure a RADIUS server on a network reachable from the P330:

—Create user names and passwords for allowed users.

—Make sure the EAP option is enabled on this server.

•Configure the P330 for RADIUS:

—Configure RADIUS parameters.

—Enable the RADIUS feature.

—Configure the port used to access the RADIUS server as “force-authorized.”

•Connect the Supplicant—i.e., Windows XP clients—directly to the P330.

•Verify that the dot1x port-control is in auto mode.

•Set the dot1x system-auth-config to enable; the authentication process starts:

—The supplicant is asked to supply a user name and password.

—If authentication is enabled on the port, the Authenticator initiates authentication when the link is up.

—Authentification Succeeds: after the authentication process completes, the supplicant will receive a Permit/Deny notification.

—Authentication Fails: authentication will fail when the Supplicant fails to respond to requests from the Authenticator, when management controls prevent the port from being authorized, when the link is down, or when the user supplied incorrect logon information.

PBNAC CLI Commands

The following table contains a list of the CLI commands for the PBNAC feature. The rules of syntax and output examples are all set out in detail in the Reference Guide.

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P333R-LB specifications

The Avaya P333R-LB is a robust and versatile switch that is part of Avaya's portfolio aimed at enterprise networking solutions. This switch is designed to enhance the performance and scalability of network infrastructure while ensuring high availability and reliability.

One of the main features of the P333R-LB is its Layer 3 switching capability, which allows for efficient routing within an organization's network. This capability is particularly beneficial for organizations with multiple VLANs, as it simplifies the routing process and ensures that data packets are transmitted in the most efficient manner possible.

The P333R-LB is equipped with advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize traffic based on the type of application being used. This ensures that critical applications, such as VoIP and video conferencing, receive the necessary bandwidth and low latency required for optimal performance. Additionally, it supports both IPv4 and IPv6 protocols, making it adaptable to a variety of networking environments.

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The switch also integrates advanced security features, including support for MAC filtering, access control lists, and port security. These features help to safeguard network resources from unauthorized access and potential threats. Moreover, the P333R-LB supports 802.1X port-based authentication, which adds an additional layer of security during user access to the network.

The Avaya P333R-LB comes with multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for high-speed connectivity to devices such as servers, workstations, and IP phones. This ensures that all devices on the network can communicate effectively, supporting the demands of modern enterprise environments.

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