Configuration manual
Table Of Contents
- Executive Summary
- Introduction
- Network Topology
- Applicable Hardware and Software Versions
- MAC Authentication with W-ClearPass and Dell Networking 7024P Switch
- OnGuard posture enforcement with Dell Networking 7024P Switch
- Appendix A
Dell Networking W-Series ClearPass Configuration Guide 6
Executive Summary
The Dell Networking W-Series ClearPass platform is a powerful access control appliance for use with
wired or wireless networking. W-ClearPass is highly optimized for use with wireless access using the W-
Series controllers and APs as the network access devices. In addition to wireless network access
control, W-ClearPass can service authentication requests from Dell Networking wired switches. The
combination of W-ClearPass, W-Series Controllers, and Dell Networking switches provides a complete
solution for network access control.
Administrators with devices that do not support 802.1x (printers, cameras, IP phones) will learn the
authentication method used with Dell switches for MAC authentication and how to configure the
corresponding W-ClearPass services.
Administrators can also learn how to use the OnGuard client within W-ClearPass to ensure all PCs
connected directly to Dell switches are screened for health compliance.
Introduction
This configuration guide details the steps required to configure both MAC Authentication and OnGuard
posture enforcement using Dell Networking switches. The W-ClearPass Policy Manager will be the
centerpiece for all RADIUS credentials and network access authentication decisions for devices
accessing the network through the Dell Networking switch.