WLC 5508 and AAA server

[djcoleschmi]

Hello all,

Quick question (couldn't find answer on google).

Can the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller model 5508 act as an AAA server, or does that require a separate device/server/appliance?

My initial answer to this question was yes, if running in local EAP mode...

Anybody?

[George Stefanick]

The 5508 has limited radius services and is normally only ever used in very small deployments. You dont want the WLC to do more then hande wireless, just my 2 pennys.

[Scott Fella]

Local EAP works but like George mentioned, I wouldn't use it for alot of clients.  Also local EAP, you need to add the username and password into the WLC, using radius, you can tie into AD and create policies specific for who you want on your network.  If your a MS shop, then just bring up IAS or NPS.

[djcoleschmi]

Thank you both.  I love this forum   I am working as an intern with my current company; but no stranger to IT.  The pay is humbling, but I am learning fast and this forum has really helped accelerate my learning.  I thought having a CCNA along would get me the good job, but nothing beats experience.

Thanks again!