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AIR-CT8510-300-K9
8500 SERIES WL CONTROLLER SUP 300 AP 1RU 2PORT 10GBE
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AIR-CT8510-300-K9 Overview
AIR-CT8510-300-K9 is a high-performance wireless access point engineered for modern indoor deployments. It supports the 802.11n standard on the 2.4GHz frequency band with a 300Mbps data rate to deliver reliable and efficient connectivity. The design emphasizes robust performance in environments where a dependable wireless network is crucial.
Featuring a built-in Gigabit Ethernet port and Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 offers flexible installation options such as ceiling or wall mounting, making it ideal for large offices, home networks, and other mission-critical applications. Its omnidirectional antenna design, secure WPA2 encryption, and plug-and-play deployment enable seamless integration into existing infrastructures.
AIR-CT8510-300-K9 price is $58,265.00, a 35.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $90,000.00. AIR-CT8510-300-K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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AIR-CT8510-300-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- 802.11n
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz
- Data Rate
- 300Mbps
- Max Range
- N/A
- Coverage Area
- N/A
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- N/A
- MIMO Technology
- N/A
- Beamforming
- N/A
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- N/A
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11b/g/n
- Management Features
- On-Premises
- Security Features
- WPA2
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- AIR-CT8510-300-K9
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
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Product Comparison Table 
| AIR-CT8510-300-K9 |  AIR-CT5508-100-K9 |  C1-AIR-CT3504-K9 |  L-FL-SRE-WLC-25A= |  C9800-80-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna Gain | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5dBi | N/A |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | N/A | N/A | Omnidirectional | N/A |
| Beamforming | N/A | N/A | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | Gigabit Ethernet | RJ-45 | RJ-45 / SFP |
| Coverage Area | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2500 square feet | N/A |
| Data Rate | 300Mbps | N/A | N/A | 2.5Gbps | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | N/A | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | Multiple 10G Ethernet |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz | N/A | N/A | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| MIMO Technology | N/A | N/A | N/A | MU-MIMO | N/A |
| Management Features | On-Premises | On-Premises / SNMP | Centralized management, Web-based interface, CLI, SNMP | Cloud Management, SNMP | On-Premises, CLI, SNMP, REST API |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | 100 | 500 | 200 | Up to 64,000 clients |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A | N/A | 150 meters | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 16GB DRAM, 4GB Flash |
| Mesh Networking | No | N/A | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | N/A | Rack Mount | Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount | Rack Mount |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Power Supply | PoE | AC Adapter | AC Adapter | PoE | AC / Redundant Power Supply |
| Processor | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Multi-core processor |
| Product Name | AIR-CT8510-300-K9 | AIR-CT5508-100-K9 | Cisco 3504 Wireless Controller | L-FL-SRE-WLC-25A= | Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller (C9800-80-K9) |
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Controller | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Product | Wireless LAN Controller |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11b/g/n | N/A | TCP/IP, SNMP, SSH | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Ethernet |
| Security Features | WPA2 | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+ | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, VPN |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11n | N/A | N/A | Wi-Fi 6 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | N/A | N/A | Access Point | N/A |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Marcus Bennett
5
Reliable enterprise WLAN controller with stable uptime.
N
Noel Harper
5
Handles mid-size wireless deployments efficiently.
O
Oscar Doyle
5
Smooth centralized management with consistent throughput.
P
Preston Caldwell
4
Excellent stability under moderate client loads.
R
Raymond Porter
5
Professional and dependable wireless platform.
S
Scott Fletcher
5
Efficient AP management with strong reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
The Cisco AIR-CT8510-300-K9 is an 8500 Series Wireless LAN controller in a 1RU chassis with two 10GbE uplink ports, designed to manage up to 300 access points.
How many access points can the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 support?
It supports up to 300 lightweight Cisco access points under a single management domain for high-density wireless deployments.
What interface options does the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 offer?
It provides two 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, two 1GbE RJ-45 management ports, and two 1GbE RJ-45 console and service ports.
What throughput performance does the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 deliver?
It delivers up to 80 Gbps of aggregate wired-to-wireless throughput for demanding enterprise and campus environments.
What are the key features of the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
Key features include high-density AP management, advanced RF optimization, integrated threat detection, flexible licensing tiers, and seamless Cisco DNA Center integration.
Which software release does the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 run?
It runs Cisco IOS XE software (16.12 and later), providing modern programmability, enhanced security, and unified management.
What licensing is required for the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
It requires AP-capacity licenses up to 300 APs and optional Cisco DNA subscriptions for advanced analytics, automation, and security services.
How does the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 enhance network security?
It offers integrated rogue AP detection, threat analytics, encrypted CAPWAP tunnels, and policy enforcement via Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
Can the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 integrate with Cisco DNA Center?
Yes, it fully integrates with Cisco DNA Center for centralized provisioning, assurance, analytics, and policy-based automation.
What high-availability options are available on the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
It supports N+1 high-availability clustering with stateful switchover for sub-second failover and uninterrupted wireless service.
What are the power specifications of the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
It includes dual hot-swappable 460 W AC power supplies with optional 1+1 redundancy for continuous operation.
What are the dimensions and form factor of the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
It measures 1.73"×17.5"×19.5" (1RU) and fits standard 19-inch racks for space-efficient deployment.
Which environments is the AIR-CT8510-300-K9 best suited for?
It is ideal for enterprise campuses, large branch offices, and stadiums requiring high throughput and dense AP coverage.
Which Cisco access points are compatible with the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
It supports all Cisco 802.11ac Wave 2 and 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) lightweight access points for maximum performance and scalability.
How do I configure the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
Use the built-in web GUI or CLI Setup Wizard to define system parameters, SSIDs, RF profiles, AP groups, and security policies.
What support and warranty options are available for the AIR-CT8510-300-K9?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus 90 days of software updates and optional SMARTnet support for 24/7 technical assistance and software upgrades.