> # Validating a RADIUS Server

> ## Detailed Steps

> To configure the switch to periodically test a RADIUS server, follow these steps:

> 1. Expand Switches > Security > AAA, and then select RADIUS.

> You see the RADIUS configuration in the Information pane.

> 2. Click the Servers tab.

> You see any existing RADIUS servers.

> 3. Click Create Row to add a new RADIUS server.

> You see the Create RADIUS Server dialog box .

> 4. Fill in the IP address.
> 5. Modify the authentication and accounting ports used by this RADIUS server.
> 6. Fill in the TestUser field and, optionally, the TestPassword field. The default password for the test is Cisco.
> 7. Set the IdleTime field for the time that the server is idle before you send a test authentication.
> 8. Click Create to save these changes.

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