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AIR-PWR-5500-AC
5500 SERIES WIRELESS CONTROLLER REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY
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AIR-PWR-5500-AC Overview
Overview of AIR-PWR-5500-AC – AIR-PWR-5500-AC is a high-performance wireless access point engineered for enterprise environments. It operates on dual frequency bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz under the Wi-Fi 5 standard, delivering data rates up to 1Gbps with advanced connectivity features such as MU-MIMO and beamforming to optimize simultaneous device communications.
This access point features an omnidirectional antenna with a 5dBi gain that ensures broad indoor coverage, making it ideal for large office spaces and high-density settings. With diverse installation options including ceiling and wall mounts, along with robust security protocols (WPA2, WPA3, and 802.1X) and compliance with FCC, CE, and RoHS, the AIR-PWR-5500-AC meets the rigorous demands of modern wireless networks.
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AIR-PWR-5500-AC Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 5
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- 1Gbps
- Max Range
- 150 feet
- Coverage Area
- 2000 square feet
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- 5dBi
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount
- Power Supply
- AC Adapter
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- 200
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Management Features
- Cloud Management / SNMP
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- Dual-core 1.2GHz
- Memory
- 512MB
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- AIR-PWR-5500-AC
- Height
- 2.5 inches
- Width
- 8.0 inches
- Depth
- 8.0 inches
- Weight
- 1.5 lbs
AIR-PWR-5500-AC Use Case
Data Center High-Availability Deployment for Critical Wireless Infrastructure
A global financial services firm installs dual AIR-PWR-5500-AC modules on paired AIR-5500 Wireless Controllers in its primary data center. In this redundant power configuration, if one AC feed fails, the backup supply instantaneously takes over—ensuring zero-second failover, uninterrupted wireless connectivity, and compliance with stringent SLA and PCI DSS requirements.
Enterprise Campus Continuous Uptime with Redundant Power Supply
A large university’s IT department equips its AIR-5500 Wireless Controllers with AIR-PWR-5500-AC-5500 redundant power units across multiple buildings. This setup guarantees seamless 24x7 operation for over 500 campus APs during scheduled maintenance or utility outages—minimizing classroom disruptions and maximizing student and faculty productivity.
Healthcare Facility Uninterrupted Wireless Connectivity for Patient Monitoring
A regional hospital deploys AIR-5500 Controllers powered by dual AIR-PWR-5500-AC-5500 modules to support wireless patient monitors, infusion pumps, and nurse-call systems. The redundant power architecture eliminates single points of failure, delivering reliable WLAN performance that upholds patient safety standards, meets HIPAA continuity requirements, and enhances real-time clinical workflows.
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Product Comparison Table
 AIR-PWR-5500-AC |  L-FL-SRE-WLC-25A= |  AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 |  AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 |  WCS-NAV-20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | 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 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 2.5Gbps | Up to 1Gbps | Up to 3Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Max Range | 150 feet | 150 meters | 100 meters (indoor) | N/A | 100 meters |
| Coverage Area | 2000 square feet | 2500 square feet | 2000 square feet | N/A | 2000 square feet |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Internal Omnidirectional | Internal Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | 5dBi | 5dBi | 5dBi | N/A | 5dBi |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | AC Adapter | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | 200 | 200 | 128 | N/A | 256 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 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/ax |
| Management Features | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management, SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP | On-Premises Management | Cloud Management / On-Premises |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / VPN |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Processor | Dual-core 1.2GHz | N/A | N/A | N/A | Quad-Core 1.2GHz |
| Memory | 512MB | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2GB |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-PWR-5500-AC | L-FL-SRE-WLC-25A= | AIR-CT8510-6K-K9 | AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 | WCS-NAV-20 Wireless Access Point |
| Height | 2.5 inches | N/A | 1.5 inches | N/A | 4 inches |
| Width | 8.0 inches | N/A | 9.5 inches | N/A | 8 inches |
| Depth | 8.0 inches | N/A | 8 inches | N/A | 8 inches |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs | N/A | 2.5 lbs | N/A | 2 lbs |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Sadia Latif
4
Strong build quality and clean power output.
I
Ivan Petrov
5
Worked straight out of the box.
K
Kiran Shah
3
Essential spare for 5500 series.
T
Tom Ellis
4
No issues since deployment.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-PWR-5500-AC redundant power supply?
The AIR-PWR-5500-AC is an AC redundant power supply module designed for Cisco 5500 Series Wireless Controllers, providing backup power to minimize network downtime.
Which controllers support the AIR-PWR-5500-AC?
This module is compatible with Cisco 5508 and 5516 Wireless Controllers that feature redundant power supply slots.
How do I install the AIR-PWR-5500-AC in my controller?
Power down the controller, slide the AIR-PWR-5500-AC module into an available power slot until it clicks, reconnect the AC power cord, and power on the controller.
Can I hot-swap the AIR-PWR-5500-AC without interrupting network services?
Yes, the AIR-PWR-5500-AC supports hot-swapping, allowing you to replace or add modules without shutting down the controller or disrupting services.