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I recently updated my OC200 hardware controller to Omada Controller version 5 and discovered that the built-in RADIUS server has been deprecated in this version 6. This poses a challenge for users like myself who rely on RADIUS portal authentication but find setting up and managing external RADIUS servers, such as FreeRADIUS, to be complex and not user-friendly.​

My Network Setup:

• Controller: TP-Link OC200 running Omada Controller v5.18

• Access Points: Multiple TP-Link EAP series devices (20x EAP245)

• Switches: TP-Link SG L2+ 48 port switches

• Router: TP-Link ER7206

• Authentication Method: Previously utilized the OC200's built-in RADIUS server for portal authentication​

Concerns and Questions:

1. Deprecation of Built-in RADIUS Server:

   • Is the removal of the built-in RADIUS server a permanent change in Omada Controller v6 for the OC200?​

   • Are there any plans to reintroduce this feature in future updates, or should users seek alternative solutions?​

2. Alternative Solutions:

   • Given the complexity of setting up external RADIUS servers like FreeRADIUS, are there any user-friendly, integrated alternatives that can be used with the OC200 for RADIUS portal authentication?​

   • Are there any third-party services or cloud-based RADIUS solutions that seamlessly integrate with the Omada ecosystem and are suitable for users with limited technical expertise?​

3. Impact on Existing Configurations:

   • Are there any recommended migration paths or tools provided by TP-Link to assist in transitioning to an external RADIUS solution?​

Seeking Community Advice:

I am reaching out to the community to gather insights and recommendations on how to navigate this change. Specifically, I am interested in:

• Experiences from other OC200 users who have transitioned to external RADIUS solutions.​

• Step-by-step guides or resources that simplify the setup of external RADIUS servers compatible with the OC200.​

• Suggestions for alternative authentication methods that maintain security and user management without the need for a RADIUS server since i use it for rate limiting and VLANS (so it needs to do these two importantly)

Any guidance, shared experiences, or resources would be greatly appreciated as I seek to maintain a secure and manageable network environment with the OC200 and Omada Controller v6.