Chapter 6
Using EAP Authentication
This window provides information about the status of LEAP or EAP-FAST authentication.
lists and explains the stages of LEAP or EAP-FAST authentication. As each stage is completed, a status
message (such as Success) appears in the Status field. If any error messages appear, refer to the
Messages" section on page 10-12
Table 6-1
Stage
Starting LEAP or EAP-FAST
Authentication
Checking Link Status
Renewing IP Address
Detecting IPX Frame Type
Finding Domain Controller
If you do not want the LEAP or EAP-FAST Authentication Status window to appear each time the client
adapter attempts to authenticate using LEAP or EAP-FAST, check the Show minimized next time check
box at the bottom of the window. On future LEAP or EAP-FAST authentication attempts, the LEAP or
EAP-FAST Authentication Status window appears minimized in the Windows taskbar.
To make the LEAP or EAP-FAST Authentication Status window reappear once it has been minimized,
Note
click the LEAP Authentication Status or EAP-FAST Authentication Status tab in the Windows
taskbar and uncheck the Show minimized next time check box. The LEAP or EAP-FAST
Authentication Status window should now appear for all future LEAP or EAP-FAST authentication
attempts.
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with the Windows Username and
Password
Cisco Aironet 802.11a/b/g Wireless LAN Client Adapters (CB21AG and PI21AG) Installation and Configuration Guide
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for an explanation and the recommended action to take.
Stages of LEAP or EAP-FAST Authentication
Explanation
The client adapter associates to an access point, and the LEAP
or EAP-FAST authentication process begins.
The client adapter is EAP authenticated, and the network
connection is verified.
If DHCP is enabled, the IP address is released and renewed.
The IPX frame type is reset if AutoDetect is enabled.
If you are logging into a domain and the active profile
specifies that the domain name be included, an attempt is
made to find the domain controller to make sure subsequent
access to the domain is successful.
Using LEAP or EAP-FAST with the Windows Username and Password
Table 6-1
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