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AIR-CT8540-K9
Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller with rack mouting kit
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AIR-CT8540-K9 Overview
AIR-CT8540-K9 is a high-performance wireless Access Point designed to deliver robust and reliable connectivity across both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. Built on the Wi‑Fi 6 standard, this product supports advanced features such as MU‑MIMO and beamforming to enable enhanced throughput, reduced latency, and optimized performance in high-density environments.
AIR-CT8540-K9 offers versatile installation options including ceiling and wall mounting, making it an ideal solution for large offices, data centers, and modern home networks. Its integrated design, coupled with secure authentication protocols and cloud management capabilities, ensures simplified deployment, reliable coverage, and a seamless user experience while meeting the demands of contemporary wireless applications.
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AIR-CT8540-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- N/A
- 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
- 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
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Management Features
- Cloud Management
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- AIR-CT8540-K9 Wireless Access Point
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
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Product Comparison Table
 AIR-CT8540-K9 |  C1-AIR-CT7510-K9 |  AIR-WLC2106-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-HA-K9 |  AIR-PWR-5500-AC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna Gain | N/A | 5dBi | N/A | 5dBi | 5dBi |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | N/A | Internal Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes | N/A | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2000 square feet |
| Data Rate | N/A | 1Gbps | N/A | 1Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8.0 inches |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.5 inches |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | N/A | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Management Features | Cloud Management | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP | On-Premises / SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises | Cloud Management / SNMP |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | N/A | 75 Access Points | 250 | 200 |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A | N/A | 120 meters | 150 feet |
| Memory | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 512MB |
| Mesh Networking | No | No | N/A | Yes | No |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Rack Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | AC Adapter | PoE | AC Adapter |
| Processor | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Dual-core 1.2GHz |
| Product Name | AIR-CT8540-K9 Wireless Access Point | Cisco C1-AIR-CT7510-K9 | AIR-WLC2106-K9 | AIR-CT8510-HA-K9 Wireless Access Point | AIR-PWR-5500-AC |
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product |
| 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 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.5 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 | N/A | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8.0 inches |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | N/A | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Robert Mitchell
4
Reliable and scalable wireless controller with consistent high performance.
S
Steven Clarke
5
Strong centralized management and dependable uptime in production environments.
T
Thomas Bennett
3
Handles high AP density efficiently with smooth configuration.
V
Victor Collins
4
Professional enterprise wireless controller with excellent reliability.
W
William Hayes
5
Stable performance and easy integration into existing Cisco networks.
Z
Zachary Monroe
5
Robust hardware platform supporting mission-critical wireless operations.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-CT8540-K9 Wireless Controller?
The Cisco AIR-CT8540-K9 is an enterprise-grade wireless LAN controller that centrally manages up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 client devices with advanced security and high-availability features.
Which rack mount kit comes with the AIR-CT8540-K9?
The AIR-CT8540-K9 includes a 1U rack-mount kit with ears and brackets for standard 19-inch server racks, allowing for secure, tool-less installation.
How many access points and clients does the AIR-CT8540-K9 support?
This controller supports up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 wireless clients, making it ideal for large campus and data-center deployments.
What throughput performance can I expect from the AIR-CT8540-K9?
With a forwarding capacity of up to 40 Gbps and AES-256 encryption offload, the AIR-CT8540-K9 delivers high-speed, secure wireless traffic processing.