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AIR-CT5508-12-K9
Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller for up to 12 APs
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AIR-CT5508-12-K9 is a Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller engineered to deliver centralized management and secure control for enterprise wireless networks. Built for high-performance environments, this controller streamlines the deployment and maintenance of multiple access points while supporting industry-standard protocols, ensuring that wireless configuration remains consistent and reliable across large-scale installations.
Designed as an indoor, rack-mount solution, AIR-CT5508-12-K9 offers integrated features such as redundant AC power support and management via CLI, SNMP, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. It is ideally suited for large offices, campuses, and enterprises that demand scalable, secure, and efficient wireless network management.
AIR-CT5508-12-K9 price is $3,066.00, a 74.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $12,095.00. AIR-CT5508-12-K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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A small enterprise deploys the AIR-CT5508-12-K9 Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller to manage up to 12 APs across two floors, delivering seamless roaming for 150 users, centralized RF optimization and secure guest VLANs. Outcome: 99.99% network uptime, 30% reduction in IT labor for Wi-Fi troubleshooting and on-demand scalability without forklift upgrades.
A boutique hotel leverages the AIR-CT5508-12-K9 Wireless Controller to orchestrate captive-portal onboarding, per-session bandwidth quotas and application visibility across 10 APs serving 200 daily guests. Outcome: 40% lift in guest satisfaction scores, PCI-DSS compliance for payment flows and 20% lower congestion during peak check-in periods.
A multi-specialty outpatient clinic implements the AIR-CT5508-12-K9 controller for secure segmentation of medical devices, clinician VoIP and patient guest Wi-Fi across 8 APs. Outcome: 50% fewer RF interference alerts, HIPAA-aligned security policies and real-time performance insights that accelerate patient response times by 25%.
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| AIR-CT5508-12-K9 |  C9800-L-C-K9 |  AIR-CT2504-25-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-HAK9-RF |  AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Controller | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point |
| Mounting Options | Rack Mount | Desk Mount / Wall Mount / Rack-Mount 1U | Rack Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | AC Adapter | AC Adapter | AC Adapter | PoE | PoE |
| Ethernet Port | 2x Gigabit | 2 x 10G/mGig RJ-45; 4 x 2.5G/1G RJ-45 | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Management Features | CLI, SNMP, Cisco Prime Infrastructure | Web GUI / CLI / SNMP | On-Premises, SNMP | Cloud Management / SNMP | On-Premises Management |
| Security Features | WPA2, 802.1X, VPN | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, VPN | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, RoHS | Safety: UL/CSA 60950-1, IEC/EN 60950-1 / EMC: FCC 47CFR15, EN55022/EN55032 | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Product Name | Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller | Cisco Catalyst 9800-L (Copper Uplink) Wireless Controller | Cisco Aironet 2504 Wireless LAN Controller | AIR-CT8510-HAK9-RF | AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 |
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Controller handled small deployment reliably.
Easy setup and stable wireless management.
Good entry level controller option.
Performed smoothly with multiple APs.
Met our branch WLAN needs.
The Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller is a centralized network appliance that manages up to 12 access points, delivering enterprise-grade WLAN performance, security, and policy enforcement.
The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller supports up to 12 Cisco Aironet or Catalyst access points per controller, making it ideal for small to medium-sized deployments.
The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller can handle up to 2000 client associations, ensuring reliable connectivity for high-density user environments.
The Cisco 5508 Series delivers up to 4 Gbps of Layer 2 throughput, optimizing wireless traffic for latency-sensitive applications.
The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller uses a per-access point licensing model with Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN) software, including base, security, and advanced services licenses.
Yes, the Cisco 5508 Series supports active/standby high-availability pairs with stateful failover to ensure uninterrupted wireless service.
The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller provides integrated firewall, rogue AP detection, 802.1X authentication, and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)/WPA/WPA2 enterprise encryption.
Initial setup is done via web-based Cisco Configuration Assistant, guiding you through IP assignment, AP discovery, and policy configuration in under 15 minutes.
Yes, the Cisco 5508 supports secure remote management via SSH, HTTPS, SNMP, and integration with Cisco Prime Infrastructure for centralized control.
The Cisco 5508 integrates with Cisco Prime Infrastructure and offers real-time dashboards, historical reporting, and customizable alerts for RF health and client performance.
The controller is compatible with Cisco Aironet 1600, 2600, 3600, 3700, and Catalyst 9120/9130 access points under the Unified Wireless Network architecture.
Yes, the Cisco 5508 is optimized for enterprise branches, campuses, and retail environments requiring secure, scalable, and high-performance WLAN services.
The Cisco 5508 operates on 100–240 VAC, consumes 150 W maximum, and supports operating temperatures from 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty for the 5508, with optional Cisco Smart Net Total Care for 24×7 support, expedited replacement, and software upgrades.
As of today, the Cisco 5508 is in active production, but customers should confirm lifecycle status on the Cisco End-of-Life portal for the latest updates.
Firmware updates are managed through the web interface or Cisco Prime Infrastructure, allowing scheduled downloads and staged deployments to ensure minimal downtime.
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