HPE Aruba Certified Switching Expert (ACSX) — Question 45

What must be configured to enable RADIUS authentication with ClearPass on a network access device (NAD)? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. The ClearPass server must have the network device added as a valid NAD.
• B. The ClearPass server certificate must be installed on the NAD.
• C. A matching shared secret must be configured on both the ClearPass server and NAD.
• D. An NTP server needs to be set on the NAD.
• E. A bind username and bind password must be provided.

Correct answer: A, C

Explanation

Option A is correct because the ClearPass server needs to recognize the NAD as a valid device for authentication. Option C is also correct as both the ClearPass server and NAD must share the same secret for secure communication. Options B, D, and E are not required for basic RADIUS authentication setup.