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In the unknown state, the CP doesn't redirect HTTP/S traffic to the switch, but queries the switch to determine whether the client is authenticated or unauthenticated.

In the Unauthenticated state, the CP directs the HTTP/S traffic to the switch to allow the client to authenticate with the switch.

Once the client is authenticated, the client is placed in Authenticated state; in this state all the traffic emerging from the client will be forwarded through the switch.

Captive Portal Configuration, Status and Statistics

This section describes the configurations, status, and statistics that can be viewed by a network administrator.

Captive Portal customized web pages are only configurable via the Web Interface. Otherwise, the configurations included in this section are managed using the standard management interfaces (Web, CLI, and SNMP).

Captive Portal Configuration

The Captive Portal configuration allows the network administrator to control:

Verification and authentication

Assignment to interfaces

Client sessions

Web page customization

The administrator can create up to 10 captive portal configuration instances. Each configuration contains flags and definitions for controlling client access, and content used to customize the user verification web page. A captive portal configuration can be applied to one or more interfaces. An interface may only be a physical port on the switch.

Client Access, Authentication, and Control

User verification can be configured to allow access for guest users; users that do not have assigned user names and passwords. User verification can also be configured to allow access for authenticated users. Authenticated users are required to enter a valid user name and password that are validated against the local database or a RADIUS server. Network access is granted once user verification has been confirmed.

The administrator can block access to a captive portal configuration. When an instance is blocked, no client traffic is allowed through any associated interfaces. Blocking a captive portal instance is a temporary command executed by the administrator (not saved in the configuration).

When using Local authentication, the administrator provides user identities for Captive Portal by adding unique user names and passwords to the Local User Database.

This configuration is global to the captive portal component and can contain up to 128 user entries (a RADIUS server should be used if more users are required). A local user can belong to only one group. There is one group created by default with the group name "Default" to which all new users are assigned.

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6200 SERIES specifications

The Dell 6200 Series is a notable line of workstations designed for professionals seeking powerful computing solutions in fields such as engineering, architecture, and design. With its robust architecture and advanced technology, this series stands out for its ability to handle demanding applications while offering reliability and performance.

One of the key features of the Dell 6200 Series is its powerful processing capabilities. It typically includes Intel Xeon processors, which provide multiple cores to manage multitasking efficiently. This allows users to run complex simulations or render high-resolution graphics without experiencing lag or slowdown. The processors are designed for optimal thermal management, allowing for sustained performance during extended work sessions.

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Security features are also a priority in this series. The workstations typically include advanced security measures, such as TPM (Trusted Platform Module) technology, which helps protect sensitive data through hardware encryption and secure storage.

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