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802.1X

Introduction to 802.1X Operations for Cisco Security Professionals

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This course provides students with foundational knowledge in the capabilities and functions of the IEEE 802.1X protocol. It introduces the architecture, components and features of an identity based network designed around the IEEE 802.1X and RADIUS protocols. Students will gain hands-on experience with the environment using a network pre-configured with 802.1X-based network services using the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Catalyst switches and Cisco wireless products.

Course Contents

  • Describe Cisco TrustSec concepts
  • Describe IEEE 802.1X concepts, architecture, and requirements for deployment
  • Describe how the RADIUS authentication protocol is used for Cisco TrustSec
  • Configure Cisco ISE for 802.1X operation
  • Describe IEEE 802.1X supplicants for Microsoft, Apple, and Cisco
  • Configure IEEE 802.1X for a wired network
  • Configure IEEE 802.1X for a wireless network
  • Describe how to provide secure guest access in a Cisco TrustSec network
  • Build a high-level design of a Cisco TrustSec network using IEEE 802.1X.

E-Book Symbol You will receive the original course documentation from Cisco in English language as a Cisco E-Book. In the Cisco Digital Learning Version, the content of the courseware is integrated into the learning interface instead.

Knowledge Prerequisites

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Attendance of Securing Networks with Routers and Switches (SNRS) or equivalent knowledge.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory.
• Knowledge of Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Lightweight Access Points.
• Knowledge of basic command-line configuration of Cisco Catalyst switches.

Classroom training

Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!

Online training

You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.

Cisco Digital Learning

This course is available in the Cisco Digital Learning Library. These recently developed, multi-modal training events include HD videos moderated by lecturers with stored searchable text and subtitles, as well as a exercises, labs, and explanatory text and graphics. We provide this offer to you via our myExperTeach learning portal. Effective of the activation of the account, access to the courses will be granted for a duration of 6 months. In the case of packet solutions (Cisco Digital Learning Subscriptions), this time period will amount to 12 months.

Tailor-made courses

You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.
Request for customized courses
PDF SymbolYou can find the complete description of this course with dates and prices ready for download at as PDF.

This course provides students with foundational knowledge in the capabilities and functions of the IEEE 802.1X protocol. It introduces the architecture, components and features of an identity based network designed around the IEEE 802.1X and RADIUS protocols. Students will gain hands-on experience with the environment using a network pre-configured with 802.1X-based network services using the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Catalyst switches and Cisco wireless products.

Course Contents

  • Describe Cisco TrustSec concepts
  • Describe IEEE 802.1X concepts, architecture, and requirements for deployment
  • Describe how the RADIUS authentication protocol is used for Cisco TrustSec
  • Configure Cisco ISE for 802.1X operation
  • Describe IEEE 802.1X supplicants for Microsoft, Apple, and Cisco
  • Configure IEEE 802.1X for a wired network
  • Configure IEEE 802.1X for a wireless network
  • Describe how to provide secure guest access in a Cisco TrustSec network
  • Build a high-level design of a Cisco TrustSec network using IEEE 802.1X.

E-Book Symbol You will receive the original course documentation from Cisco in English language as a Cisco E-Book. In the Cisco Digital Learning Version, the content of the courseware is integrated into the learning interface instead.

Knowledge Prerequisites

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Attendance of Securing Networks with Routers and Switches (SNRS) or equivalent knowledge.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory.
• Knowledge of Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Lightweight Access Points.
• Knowledge of basic command-line configuration of Cisco Catalyst switches.

Classroom training

Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!

Online training

You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.

Cisco Digital Learning

This course is available in the Cisco Digital Learning Library. These recently developed, multi-modal training events include HD videos moderated by lecturers with stored searchable text and subtitles, as well as a exercises, labs, and explanatory text and graphics. We provide this offer to you via our myExperTeach learning portal. Effective of the activation of the account, access to the courses will be granted for a duration of 6 months. In the case of packet solutions (Cisco Digital Learning Subscriptions), this time period will amount to 12 months.

Tailor-made courses

You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.
Request for customized courses

PDF SymbolYou can find the complete description of this course with dates and prices ready for download at as PDF.