JNCIP-ENT Layer 2 Authentication And Access Control Practice Question
Which TWO statements are correct regarding the behavior and configuration of multi-supplicant mode on EX Series switches? (Choose two)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Each authenticated client on the port can be placed into its own dynamic VLAN via RADIUS.
Multi-supplicant mode allows multiple clients on a single port to authenticate independently. Each client maintains its own authentication state machine.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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It restricts the port to operating exclusively as an access trunk port.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Multi-supplicant ports function as access or hybrid ports, not exclusively trunks.
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It requires all connected devices to use identical EAP methods and credentials.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Clients can use completely different credentials and methods.
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Each authenticated client on the port can be placed into its own dynamic VLAN via RADIUS.
Why this is correct
Correct. Dynamic VLAN assignment works per supplicant in multi-supplicant mode.
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It is mutually exclusive with MAC RADIUS fallback configurations.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Multi-supplicant mode can coexist with MAC RADIUS.
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It allows multiple supplicants to authenticate independently on the same physical port.
Why this is correct
Correct. Multi-supplicant mode supports multiple independent authentication sessions on a single port.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Juniper Networks exam blueprint
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