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350-701 Practice Question: Enforce 802.1X authentication for devices that do…
An administrator needs to enforce 802.1X authentication for devices that do not support 802.1X supplicants. Which method should be configured on Cisco ISE to allow these devices to authenticate?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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MAB
MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB) allows non-supplicant devices to authenticate based on their MAC address.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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802.1X with EAP-TLS
Why it's wrong here
EAP-TLS requires a supplicant and certificates, not suitable for non-supplicant devices.
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Guest portal
Why it's wrong here
Guest portal provides web-based access, not authentication bypass for non-supplicant devices.
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PEAP-MSCHAPv2
Why it's wrong here
PEAP-MSCHAPv2 requires a supplicant with credentials, not applicable here.
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MAB
Why this is correct
MAB uses the device MAC address for authentication, bypassing the need for a supplicant.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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