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AIR-CT5508-HA-K9
5508 SERIES WL CONTROLLER FOR HIGH AVAILABILITY
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AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 Overview
Overview of AIR-CT5508-HA-K9
AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 is a high-performance wireless access point engineered for seamless indoor connectivity. It operates across dual frequency bands—2.4GHz and 5GHz—and adheres to the Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) standard, delivering data rates of up to 1Gbps. Advanced connectivity features such as MU-MIMO and beamforming ensure reliable, high-speed data transmission and efficient handling of multiple simultaneous users.
This robust device features an integrated omnidirectional antenna that provides consistent signal coverage across extensive indoor environments. Designed for versatile deployments, the AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 supports ceiling mounting and PoE power options, making it ideal for busy offices, educational facilities, and public venues that require secure, scalable wireless networking with WPA2/WPA3 encryption.
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AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 Specifications
- Weight
- N/A
- Height
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Data Rate
- 1Gbps
- Max Range
- N/A
- Coverage Area
- N/A
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- N/A
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- N/A
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Processor
- N/A
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz/5GHz
- Management Features
- Cloud Management
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi‑Fi 5
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount
- Compliance
- FCC/CE/RoHS
- Security Features
- WPA2/WPA3/802.1X
- Product Name
- AIR-CT5508-HA-K9
AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 Use Case
Enterprise Campus Network with Zero Downtime
In a multi-building corporate campus, uninterrupted connectivity is mission-critical. Deploying the AIR-CT5508-HA-K9-5508 Series WL Controller for High Availability pairs two controllers in active/standby mode, ensuring seamless failover during maintenance or unexpected hardware faults. Benefits include 99.999% uptime, centralized policy enforcement, and automated session preservation—delivering continuous network access for 10,000+ users and safeguarding productivity.
Healthcare Facility with Secure, Always-On Wireless
A large hospital requires constant, secure Wi-Fi for medical devices, electronic health records, and guest access. The AIR-CT5508-HA-K9-5508 Series WL Controller for High Availability provides redundant controllers across data centers, enabling stateful synchronization of security policies and client sessions. Outcomes include zero packet loss during failover, HIPAA-compliant data encryption, and 24/7 network resilience—protecting patient care and regulatory compliance.
Retail Chain Multi-Site Guest Experience
A nationwide retail chain needs consistent, high-performance guest Wi-Fi across 200 stores. By implementing the AIR-CT5508-HA-K9-5508 Series WL Controller for High Availability in a clustered configuration, IT teams achieve centralized SSID management, seamless AP provisioning, and instant controller redundancy. This yields a uniform customer experience, real-time analytics, and 100% service continuity during controller upgrades or failures—boosting in-store engagement and sales.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 |  AIR-CT5520-50-K9 |  AIR-CT5508-500-2PK |  AIR-CT5508FIPSKIT= |  AIR-PSU-BLKP1U | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Controller | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | N/A | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 6 | 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 | 1Gbps | N/A | 500Mbps | 1Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A | 150 feet | N/A | 120 meters |
| Coverage Area | N/A | N/A | 1500 square feet | 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 | N/A | N/A | 5dBi | 5dBi | 5dBi |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | N/A | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount | Rack Mount / Desktop | Outdoor Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | AC Adapter | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | No | Yes | 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 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 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 | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 | AIR-CT5520-50-K9 | AIR-CT5508-500-2PK | 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
S
Saira Mahmood
4
Failover testing was successful.
J
Jonas Richter
5
Improved WLAN resilience significantly.
K
Kashif Mehmood
3
Excellent redundancy option.
H
Helen Brooks
4
Peace of mind for production networks.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 Wireless LAN Controller?
The AIR-CT5508-HA-K9 is a Cisco 5508 Series Wireless LAN Controller designed for high availability, enabling seamless failover and centralized management of enterprise Wi-Fi networks.
How does high availability work on the 5508 Series controller?
High availability on the 5508 Series uses an active/standby pair with stateful synchronization, ensuring continuous operation and automatic failover without session loss.
What is the maximum number of access points supported?
Each 5508 Series controller supports up to 500 lightweight access points when deployed in a high-availability configuration, ensuring scalable wireless coverage.
How many clients can the 5508 HA controller manage?
The 5508 HA controller supports up to 7,000 client sessions, delivering robust connectivity for large-scale enterprise environments.