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AIR-CT5508-500-2PK Overview
AIR-CT5508-500-2PK is a high-performance wireless access point engineered for reliable and fast connectivity in both indoor and outdoor environments. Designed as a dual-band device supporting the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands with Wi‑Fi 6 technology, it delivers robust data rates and features advanced connectivity options such as MU‑MIMO and beamforming to ensure seamless performance even in high‑density networks.
AIR-CT5508-500-2PK is optimized for flexible deployment with convenient PoE power and outdoor mounting options, making it ideal for large offices, campuses, retail locations, and other mission‑critical setups. It supports secure connectivity with WPA2/WPA3 and 802.1X protocols, integrates effortlessly into mesh networking systems, and offers cloud management capabilities for streamlined network oversight.
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AIR-CT5508-500-2PK Specifications
- Weight
- N/A
- Height
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Mounting Options
- Outdoor Mount
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- Yes
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- N/A
- Processor
- N/A
- Outdoor Use
- Yes
- Product Type
- Wireless Access Point
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Antenna Gain
- 5dBi
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Coverage Area
- 1500 square feet
- Management Features
- Cloud Management
- Max Range
- 150 feet
- Data Rate
- 500Mbps
- Product Name
- AIR-CT5508-500-2PK
AIR-CT5508-500-2PK Use Case
Enterprise Campus Wi-Fi Deployment with AIR-CT5508-500-2PK-TWO Controller
In a global university environment supporting 10,000+ devices across 350 APs, the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK-TWO 5508 Series Controller for up to 500 APs centralizes configuration, dynamic RF optimization and policy-based security for student, faculty and guest networks. Outcome: 40% reduction in network downtime, 50% faster provisioning times and consistent QoS for VoIP and video lectures.
High-Density Venue & Event Connectivity with Cisco 5508 Controller
At a 20,000-seat stadium hosting concerts and sports, the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK-TWO delivers load balancing, seamless roaming and real-time RF monitoring across 450 APs. This high-density deployment ensures uninterrupted HD video streaming, secure guest access and priority for critical services. Outcome: 99.9% up-time, 30% higher concurrent user throughput and enhanced fan experience.
Multi-Site Retail Chain Wireless Management
A 200-store retail chain deploys 25 APs per location managed by the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK-TWO for centralized SSID rollout, firmware updates and PCI-compliant segmentation. The 5508 Series Controller for up to 500 APs provides zero-touch provisioning, real-time analytics and rogue AP protection across all sites. Outcome: 35% reduction in OPEX, unified customer Wi-Fi experience and simplified compliance audits.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| AIR-CT5508-500-2PK |  AIR-CT5520-50-K9 |  AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 |  AIR-CT5508FIPSKIT= |  AIR-PSU-BLKP1U | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Controller | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | N/A | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz/5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 500Mbps | N/A | 1Gbps | 1Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Max Range | 150 feet | N/A | N/A | N/A | 120 meters |
| Coverage Area | 1500 square feet | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2000 square feet |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | N/A | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | 5dBi | N/A | N/A | 5dBi | 5dBi |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | N/A | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Outdoor Mount | Rack Mount / Desktop | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | AC Adapter | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | 50 | N/A | N/A | 50 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Management Features | Cloud Management | On-Premises, SNMP | Cloud Management | Cloud Management | Cloud Management / SNMP |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2/WPA3/802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| 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 | Dual-core 1.2GHz |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1GB |
| Outdoor Use | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-CT5508-500-2PK | AIR-CT5520-50-K9 | AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 | AIR-CT5508FIPSKIT= | AIR-PSU-BLKP1U Wireless Access Point |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 inches |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8 inches |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8 inches |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.5 lbs |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
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Hira Javed
4
High availability worked as designed.
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Andrei Popescu
4
Great option for mission critical WLAN.
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Dawn Mitchell
5
Smooth deployment experience.
F
Fahad Ali
5
Excellent HA solution.
Questions & Answers
What does the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK include?
The AIR-CT5508-500-2PK bundle contains two Cisco 5508 Series wireless LAN controllers licensed for up to 500 access points, delivering high-performance, centralized Wi-Fi management with built-in redundancy.
How many access points can the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK manage?
Each controller in the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK package is licensed to manage up to 500 access points, providing a combined capacity of 500 APs when deployed in high-availability mode.
What high-availability features are supported?
The AIR-CT5508-500-2PK supports active/standby redundancy with stateful switchover and session synchronization to ensure uninterrupted wireless service during controller failover.
Which network architectures does the 5508 Series controller support?
The Cisco 5508 Series controller supports centralized, mesh, and anchor architectures, including FlexConnect and Layer 3 roaming for flexible enterprise deployments.
How do I install the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK controllers?
Mount each controller in a standard 19-inch rack, connect management, data and console interfaces, power on, and follow the Cisco Mobility Express or CLI setup wizard to complete configuration.
What security features are included?
The 5508 Series controller offers integrated Cisco CleanAir® technology, 802.1X/WPA2-Enterprise authentication, rogue AP detection, AES encryption and advanced intrusion prevention.
Can I integrate the controllers with Cisco Prime Infrastructure?
Yes. The AIR-CT5508-500-2PK fully integrates with Cisco Prime Infrastructure for unified network monitoring, configuration, policy management and reporting.
How do I manage guest access on the 5508 Series?
Guest access is managed via the built-in Cisco Guest Access portal, allowing customizable login pages, sponsor approvals and usage policies without additional hardware.
What are the physical and environmental specifications?
Each controller measures 1.72”×17.5”×15.4” (H×W×D), weighs 19 lbs, operates at 32–104°F, and requires 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz power with 200 W maximum consumption.
How is firmware upgraded on the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK?
Firmware upgrades are performed via the GUI or CLI by uploading the .tar image to flash and reloading; the redundant controller ensures continuous service during the update.
Does the package include licensing and software support?
The AIR-CT5508-500-2PK includes base licensing for 500 APs and one year of Cisco SMARTnet® support, covering software updates and 24×7 hardware replacement services.
How does the controller support Quality of Service (QoS)?
The 5508 Series implements advanced QoS profiles, including WMM, traffic classification and policing, to prioritize voice, video and mission-critical applications on the wireless LAN.
What deployment scenarios suit the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK?
Ideal for medium to large enterprise campuses, healthcare facilities, higher education and large retail environments requiring centralized management and high-availability Wi-Fi.
How scalable is the 5508 Series controller beyond 500 APs?
For deployments exceeding 500 APs, you can cluster multiple 5508 controllers or migrate to higher-capacity models like the 8540 Series for up to 6,000 APs.
What warranty covers the AIR-CT5508-500-2PK?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty for the 5508 chassis and one year of return-to-factory replacement. SMARTnet extends coverage further.
How do I configure VLANs on the 5508 controller?
Use the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller GUI to define VLAN interfaces under Controller > Interfaces, assign SSIDs to VLANs and apply port assignments for data traffic segregation.