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AIR-CT5508-500-K9
CISCO 5508 SERIES WIRELESS CONTROLLER FOR UP TO 500 APS
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AIR-CT5508-500-K9 is a high-performance wireless access point that operates in dual-band mode, supporting both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands while adhering to the Wi‑Fi 5 standard. It delivers connection speeds up to 500Mbps, integrates MU‑MIMO and beamforming technologies, and is optimized for environments that demand reliable and expansive wireless coverage.
Designed for seamless installation, the AIR-CT5508-500-K9 offers flexible mounting options such as ceiling and wall mounting and supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) for a streamlined deployment. Its robust construction and security features—including WPA2 and WPA3 encryption—make it ideal for large offices, outdoor wireless networks, and enterprise-grade applications.
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In a tier-1 university campus deploying 450 APs across lecture halls, libraries and dorms, the AIR-CT5508-500-K9-CISCO 5508 Series Wireless Controller centralizes RF management, seamless roaming and adaptive load balancing. Outcome: Delivers consistent 802.11ac performance at peak usage, reduces dropped sessions by 35% and simplifies administration with automated RF optimization.
A 500-bed hospital integrates imaging devices, patient-monitoring sensors and mobile workstations over Wi-Fi secured by the AIR-CT5508-500-K9-CISCO 5508 Series Wireless Controller. Outcome: Achieves 99.99% network uptime, enforces HIPAA-compliant segmentation via dynamic VLAN tagging and accelerates incident response through real-time analytics.
A global retail chain connects 3,500 users across 150 branch offices to cloud applications and guest Wi-Fi through the AIR-CT5508-500-K9-CISCO 5508 Series Wireless Controller. Outcome: Centralizes configuration, integrates with Cisco ISE for advanced threat defense, enforces granular BYOD policies, lowers deployment costs by 25% and delivers SLA-grade performance.
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| AIR-CT5508-500-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-300-K9 |  WS-SVC-WISM2-5-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-500-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-HAK9-RF | |
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| Product Type | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | 802.11n | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 500Mbps | 300Mbps | 2.5Gbps | 1Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11b/g/n | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Management Features | Cloud Management / On-Premises | On-Premises | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises | Cloud Management / SNMP |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 | WPA2 | 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 |
| Outdoor Use | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-CT5508-500-K9 | AIR-CT8510-300-K9 | WS-SVC-WISM2-5-K9 | AIR-CT8510-500-K9 | AIR-CT8510-HAK9-RF |
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The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller (AIR-CT5508-500-K9) is an enterprise-grade appliance that centrally manages up to 500 lightweight access points, delivering scalable, high-performance wireless networks with advanced security and quality of service.
The AIR-CT5508-500-K9 supports up to 500 Cisco lightweight access points, making it ideal for large campus, enterprise, and branch deployments.
The Cisco 5508 delivers up to 20 Gbps of throughput for clean air performance, ensuring low latency and high capacity for voice, video, and data applications.
Built-in security includes integrated Cisco CleanAir technology, rogue access point detection, port security, intrusion prevention (WIPS/WIDS), and support for 802.1X authentication with RF-based containment.
The AIR-CT5508-500-K9 requires Cisco Unified Wireless Network (CUWN) licensing, including Access Point and Advanced Security licenses, managed via Smart Licensing for flexibility and compliance.
Yes. The controller supports Stateful Switchover (SSO) and N+1 redundancy for seamless failover, minimizing downtime and maintaining uninterrupted wireless service.
Deployment modes include centralized, mesh, and FlexConnect, enabling campus, branch office, and distributed network architectures with a single management point.
Management options include Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco DNA Center, and the integrated web GUI, providing centralized provisioning, monitoring, and reporting.
No. The AIR-CT5508-500-K9 does not provide PoE. Access points must be powered by PoE switches or external power injectors.
It is ideal for large campuses, enterprise headquarters, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, and multi-site organizations requiring centralized wireless management.
The controller is 1RU, 440 mm x 440 mm x 44 mm (W x D x H) and mounts in standard 19-inch racks; it weighs approximately 6.6 kg.
Supported releases include Cisco AireOS 8.0 and later; check Cisco’s compatibility matrix for the latest feature license and platform support.
Yes. It includes dual hot-swappable power supplies and supports AC and DC modules for uninterrupted operation in critical environments.
Cisco provides a limited lifetime warranty on hardware with 90-day software support; Cisco SMARTnet contracts extend technical support, OS updates, and advanced hardware replacement.
Use Cisco Prime Infrastructure or manual migration to export AP configurations and SSIDs, then import into the 5508; ensure matching AireOS releases and license coverage.
The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller is available through authorized Cisco resellers, partners, and online marketplaces; verify SKU AIR-CT5508-500-K9 for accurate quoting.
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