802.1X Supplicant Operation

If your environment uses the IEEE 802.1X standard, consult the LAN Administrator before you install any of these 4600 Series IP Telephone models:

• 4602SW+
• 4610SW
• 4620SW
• 4621SW
• 4622SW
• 4625SW

802.1X operation can differ for each network. Consulting with the LAN Administrator helps determine the best way to install IP telephones to operate under this standard.

In general, each telephone must have an 802.1X ID and password so that the network access process is successful. When operating under 802.1X, Avaya suggests that you:

• pre-stage installation in a lab or on a small non-802.1X network, avoiding 802.1X authentication until after the telephone receives an application software download,
• connect the telephones with upgraded software to the network under which they will normally operate, and
• perform the Set the 802.1X Operational Mode procedure for each telephone to assign an 802.1X operational mode.

Your Avaya technical consultant can assist you in optimizing 4600 Series IP Telephone installation in an 802.1X environment.