What port does 802.1X use?

802.1X does not use a specific default port number.

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IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication

Q: What is IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication?

IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication (802.1X) is a Data Link Layer protocol in the Security & VPN category. IEEE standard for port-based network access control. Authenticates devices before allowing LAN access using EAP messages between supplicant, authenticator, and RADIUS server.

Data Link Layer — Security & VPN

Resumen del protocolo

Nombre completo IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication

Abreviatura 802.1X

Capa OSI Data Link Layer

Categoría Security & VPN

Acerca de 802.1X

IEEE standard for port-based network access control. Authenticates devices before allowing LAN access using EAP messages between supplicant, authenticator, and RADIUS server.

Data Link Layer Security & VPN

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