How does AlwaysOn do it?

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awin

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Hi guys,

I want to start understanding how AlwaysOn manages connections and how it all really works.

I am curious to know how they manage the routers and authentication.

Does anyone understand the technical aspect of how AlwaysOn functions?

Any ideas or feedback would be appreciated. Even if its not accurate, I would love to at least get some feedback about how it MIGHT work.

Adrian
 
Yeah going to bet Mikrotiks (or something similar) with a central Radius.

Maybe even Mikrotik's own RADIUM Hotspot manager, but I do expect them to be a little more advanced than that.
 
Thanks guys.

Is this something that is installed on the router? What exactly is needed to be done to the router?

I'll have a look at the links to get an idea of RADIUS.
 
Thanks guys.

Is this something that is installed on the router? What exactly is needed to be done to the router?

I'll have a look at the links to get an idea of RADIUS.
 
awin said:
Thanks guys.

Is this something that is installed on the router? What exactly is needed to be done to the router?

I'll have a look at the links to get an idea of RADIUS.
Click to expand...

PC + windows server + 802.1x router = Radius
 
awin said:
Thanks guys.

Is this something that is installed on the router? What exactly is needed to be done to the router?

I'll have a look at the links to get an idea of RADIUS.
Click to expand...

Hi awin,

While most do not, some higher-end routers do feature built-in RADIUS servers, and some also link to external RADIUS/AD servers for similar authentication.
Those can then link to accounting systems and payment gateways to allow for paid WiFi HotSpots.

Others can also link to social media APIs, for businesses to allow WiFi usage when customers log in with Google/Facebook accounts and the like.

While we aren't certain of which products this specific provider uses, if you are looking for a router and APs with built-in RADIUS server and client functionality, or social WiFi features, we'll be happy to help with DrayTek devices.

Just shout for more info.
 
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Thanks MrDrayTek!

So from my research and the help from this thread, it seems that for a standard router to be able to handle authentication remotely, it would just need to connect to a remote RADIUS server. Is this correct?

See what I would like to find out is what is required from a basic router to be able have the authentication done by a RADIUS server and not on the router itself.

Could you share your thoughts on the above?

Adrian
 
Here is my challenge...

What needs to be setup and changed or installed on the router in order for it to connect to a RADIUS server?

Will it be able to monitor data usage?

I am battling to find clear information online about RADIUS. Does anyone have experience with RADIUS?
 
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