Client Stuck in Unauthorized State: Diagnosing 802.1X Port Issues
A client stuck in Unauthorized covers five different failures: no EAPOL, supp timeout, dot1x missing, Access-Reject, or post-auth policy failure. Here is how to tell them apart.
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802.1X Authentication Failing: Where to Start Troubleshooting
802.1X auth fails across four layers: endpoint, switch port, RADIUS, ISE policy. Jumping straight to ISE logs wastes time. Here is the structured way to isolate the layer.
Cisco TrustSec and SGTs: How They Integrate with 802.1X
TrustSec attaches a Security Group Tag to an 802.1X session, so segmentation policy follows identity through the network. Here is how SGT assignment integrates with ISE.
RADIUS Redundancy and Failover in 802.1X Deployments
Running Closed Mode 802.1X without RADIUS redundancy is asking for an outage. Here are the failure modes, the IOS XE config for multiple PSNs, and the verification.
Phased 802.1X Deployment Strategy for Enterprise Networks
Phased 802.1X deployments succeed when each phase is data collection first, enforcement second. Here is Phase 0 through Phase 4 with real endpoint discovery tactics.
Monitor Mode vs Low-Impact Mode vs Closed Mode: Choosing Your 802.1X Deployment Strategy
Monitor Mode, Low-Impact Mode, and Closed Mode each trade visibility for enforcement. Here are the IOS XE configs, show output, and honest gaps for each mode.
802.1X Scalability and High Availability Design for Large Enterprise Networks
Scaling 802.1X to thousands of ports means distributing ISE PSNs, templating switch configs, and planning for re-auth storms. Here is the large-enterprise HA design.
Configure Single Area OSPFv2 on Cisco Routers: Complete Lab Guide
Learn to configure and verify single-area OSPFv2 on Cisco routers with complete Router ID setup, network commands, and wildcard masks. Includes hands-on Cisco CML lab with full verification outputs and troubleshooting steps.
How to Configure Hostname on Cisco Router (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn how to configure a hostname on your Cisco router using simple CLI commands. This guide explains why hostnames matter, how to save changes, and best practices for network organization.
Understanding Ethernet LAN Fundamentals for CCNA
Master Ethernet LAN fundamentals for your CCNA exam. Learn how IEEE 802.3 defines Layer 1 and Layer 2 operations, Ethernet frames, MAC addressing, and LAN topology for modern switched networks.
Networking Terminology Every CCNA Candidate Should Know
Master essential CCNA glossary terms and network terminology that form the foundation of your networking career. Learn key definitions, models, and concepts to boost your exam success.
How Physical and Data-Link Layers Enable Ethernet and Wi-Fi
Learn how the Physical and Data-Link Layers power Ethernet and Wi-Fi communication. Understand frame encapsulation, MAC addressing, and how these layers ensure reliable, secure LAN connectivity.