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AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 Overview
AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 is a high-performance wireless Access Point built to deliver reliable connectivity in enterprise and large office environments. It operates in dual-band mode (2.4GHz and 5GHz) and complies with the Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) standard, supporting data rates of up to 1Gbps. The design features integrated MU-MIMO and beamforming technologies along with internal omnidirectional antennas (5dBi gain) to ensure robust indoor coverage that can span up to 2,000 square feet.
This model is engineered with versatile deployment in mind, offering both ceiling and wall mounting options and connectivity via a standard RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port powered by PoE. With management functionalities such as cloud management, SNMP support, and on-premises control, along with security features including WPA2, WPA3, and 802.1X, AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 meets rigorous compliance standards (FCC, CE, RoHS) and is ideally suited for seamless integration in modern corporate networks.
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AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Access Point
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 5
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- Up to 1Gbps
- Max Range
- 100 meters (indoor)
- Coverage Area
- 2000 square feet
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Internal Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- 5dBi
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- 128
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Management Features
- Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- AIR-CT8510-6K-K9
- Height
- 1.5 inches
- Width
- 9.5 inches
- Depth
- 8 inches
- Weight
- 2.5 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-SP-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-1K-K9 |  AIR-CT2504-50-K9 |  AIR-WLC2125-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna Gain | 5dBi | 5dBi | 5dBi | N/A | N/A |
| Antenna Type | Internal Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | N/A | N/A |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A | N/A |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ‑45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Coverage Area | 2000 square feet | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Rate | Up to 1Gbps | 1Gbps | 1Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | 8 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 4x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A | N/A |
| Height | 1.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1U Rackmount |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU‑MIMO | MU-MIMO | N/A | N/A |
| Management Features | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management, On-Premises Management, SNMP | On-Premises, SNMP, GUI, CLI |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | 128 | 200 | N/A | 50 APs | Up to 75 APs / 1000 Clients |
| Max Range | 100 meters (indoor) | 50 meters | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mesh Networking | No | No | No | N/A | No |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Rack Mount / Desktop | Rack Mount |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | PoE | AC Adapter | AC Adapter |
| Processor | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 | AIR-CT8510-SP-K9 | AIR-CT8510-1K-K9 Wireless Access Point | Cisco AIR-CT2504-50-K9 Wireless LAN Controller | AIR-WLC2125-K9 Wireless LAN Controller |
| Product Type | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless LAN Controller |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Ethernet |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, VPN | WPA2, 802.1X |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 | N/A | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Width | 9.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Wireless LAN Controller | N/A |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
U
Ulysses Harper
5
Handles high-density wireless environments without performance drops.
V
Victor Doyle
5
Reliable platform for large campus deployments.
W
Warren Whitfield
4
Strong centralized management and excellent uptime.
Z
Zachary Brennan
5
High-capacity controller with consistent throughput.
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Adrian Caldwell
5
Enterprise-ready wireless solution with outstanding reliability.
B
Blake Mercer
5
Impressive scalability and smooth deployment.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 wireless controller?
The Cisco AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 is an enterprise-grade 8500 Series wireless controller supporting up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 clients for high-density campus and branch deployments.
How many access points and clients can the AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 support?
This controller supports up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 client devices, delivering scalable performance for large campus and service provider environments.
Which high-availability features does the AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 offer?
It provides stateful switchover (SSO), nonsynchronous clustering of up to three appliances, and hitless software upgrades to ensure uninterrupted service.
What wireless security protocols are supported?
The controller supports WPA3, 802.1X/EAP, MACsec encryption, and integration with Cisco Identity Services Engine for advanced policy enforcement.
What RF management and spectrum analysis features are included?
Built-in CleanAir™ technology provides real-time spectrum intelligence, interference detection, and automatic RF optimization for reliable connectivity.
How do I manage the AIR-CT8510-6K-K9?
You can manage the controller via Cisco Prime Infrastructure, DNA Center, web-based GUI, or CLI, offering comprehensive monitoring and policy configuration.
Can the controller integrate with existing Cisco network infrastructure?
Yes, it seamlessly integrates with Catalyst switches, Cisco DNA Center, ISE, and MSE for unified wired-wireless policy management and location services.
What are the power and environmental specifications?
The controller requires dual hot-swappable 250W AC power supplies, operates from 100–240V AC, and supports an operating temperature range of 0–40°C.
Which licensing model does the AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 use?
It uses Cisco’s Smart Licensing model with mobility, security, and advanced feature licenses that can be pooled across multiple controllers.
What is the maximum data throughput of the 8500 Series controller?
The AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 delivers up to 20 Gbps of forwarding throughput, optimizing traffic handling in high-density environments.
How does clustering enhance scalability?
Clustering up to three 8500 Series controllers increases capacity, enables policy consistency, and provides load balancing and redundancy.
What deployment models are supported?
You can deploy it as a standalone appliance, in active-standby pairs, or in a three-node cluster for large-scale campus or data-center networks.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and optional SMARTnet® service for 24/7 support, advanced replacement, and software updates.
Which use cases are ideal for the AIR-CT8510-6K-K9?
It is ideal for large campuses, stadiums, service providers, and high-density public venues requiring reliable, secure, and scalable Wi-Fi.
How does the controller optimize RF performance dynamically?
Adaptive RF management automatically adjusts channel assignments and power levels based on real-time interference and client distribution.
What monitoring and analytics capabilities are provided?
The controller offers real-time and historical RF, client, and application analytics via Cisco Prime and DNA Center for proactive troubleshooting.