Some interesting modules

Under the modules sub-directory are many files. Some are special named sections for modules we already know, but others are totally new. Unfortunately not all installations of FreeRADIUS include the same number by default, but it is good to know what is available. The following table lists some modules:

Filename

Module

Function

detail

detail

Logs activity in detail inside files specific to the NAS and calendar day. Disable this if speed is a concern. The files detail.log and detail.example.com contains alternative configurations.

mac2ip

passwd

Maps a MAC address to an IP address.

mac2vlan

passwd

Maps a MAC address to a VLAN name.

dynamic-clients

dynamic-clients

Used when the client of the FreeRADIUS ...

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