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AIR-CT5508-250-K9
CISCO 5508 SERIES WIRELESS CONTROLLER FOR UP TO 250 APS
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AIR-CT5508-250-K9 is a high-performance access point engineered for modern enterprise networks. It operates in both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands using Wi-Fi 5 standards to deliver a robust data rate of up to 250Mbps, and features advanced connectivity options such as MU-MIMO and beamforming for enhanced throughput and performance.
This wireless solution comes with an internal omnidirectional antenna design tailored for reliable indoor coverage in large offices and high-density environments. With versatile installation options like ceiling and wall mounting and a PoE power supply, AIR-CT5508-250-K9 is ideally suited for organizations seeking a secure and efficient enterprise-grade wireless network.
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In a multi-building corporate campus with 2,500 employees, the AIR-CT5508-250-K9 Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller for up to 250 APs centrally manages high-density Wi-Fi across 50 access points per building. By enabling real-time RF optimization and seamless 802.11k/r/v roaming, IT teams reduce support tickets by 40% and ensure uninterrupted productivity for mobile users.
A nationwide retail chain with 200 outlets uses the AIR-CT5508-250-K9 Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller for up to 250 APs to unify staff VLANs, guest SSIDs and PCI-compliant POS networks across all stores. Central policy enforcement and automated RF adjustments boost checkout reliability by 99.9% uptime and deliver a consistent customer Wi-Fi experience, driving a 15% uplift in loyalty-program enrollment.
In a 300-bed hospital environment, the AIR-CT5508-250-K9 Cisco 5508 Series Wireless Controller for up to 250 APs provides secure WPA2-Enterprise encryption, granular access control and QoS for voice, video and IoT medical devices. High-availability clustering and continuous security updates reduce network outages by 60%, ensure HIPAA compliance and empower clinicians with reliable wireless telemetry and voice-over-Wi-Fi calls.
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| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Controller | Wireless Access Point | Wireless LAN Controller |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | N/A | N/A | Access Point | Wireless LAN Controller |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | N/A | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | N/A |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A |
| Data Rate | 250Mbps | N/A | N/A | Up to 3Gbps | N/A |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Coverage Area | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | N/A |
| Antenna Type | Internal Omnidirectional | N/A | N/A | Internal Omnidirectional | N/A |
| Antenna Gain | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | N/A | N/A | MU-MIMO | N/A |
| Beamforming | Yes | N/A | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | N/A | N/A | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Rack Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | AC Adapter | AC Adapter | PoE | AC Adapter |
| Mesh Networking | No | N/A | N/A | No | N/A |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | 25 | 50 | N/A | 7500 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | N/A | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac / Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Management Features | On-Premises Management | On-Premises, SNMP | On-Premises / SNMP | On-Premises Management | CLI, SNMP, Cisco Prime Infrastructure |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | 802.1X, WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, 802.1X, VPN |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Processor | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-CT5508-250-K9 | Cisco AIR-CT5508-25-K9 Wireless LAN Controller | AIR-CT5508-50-K9 | AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 | Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.7 inches | N/A | 1.73 inches |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 17.3 inches | N/A | 17.32 inches |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 13.8 inches | N/A | 16.14 inches |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 14 lbs | N/A | 26 lbs |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Large scale controller handled traffic smoothly.
Centralized control simplified management.
Reliable for dense deployments.
Strong Cisco platform.
Satisfied overall.