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VSC configuration options
When only authentication is enabled on a VSC
In this configuration, the controlled AP forwards authentication requests from users on the
VCSC to the service controller. The service controller resolves these requests using the local
user list, or the services of a third-party authentication server (Active Directory or RADIUS
server).
The controlled AP forwards all authenticated user traffic from users on the VCSC to the
protected network (or another device performing access control) according to settings
defined on the controlled AP.
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When neither option is enabled
In this configuration, the controlled AP resolves authentication requests using a third-party
RADIUS server and forwards authenticated user traffic to the protected network (or another
device performing access control). In this scenario, the service controller is used for
management of the AP only.
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Controlled AP Service controller
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