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ONE 5500 SERIES WLAN CONTROLLER W/ 0 AP LICS
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C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 Overview
C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 is a high-performance wireless access point engineered to support both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands while leveraging the advanced capabilities of the Wi‑Fi 6 standard. It delivers data rates of up to 1Gbps with robust connectivity features such as MU-MIMO and beamforming, ensuring reliable, high-speed network performance for demanding environments.
Designed for versatile indoor deployments, the C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 offers flexible installation options including ceiling and wall mounts, making it ideal for large offices, campuses, and modern home networks covering up to 2,000 square feet. With integrated PoE power, an RJ‑45 connector, and comprehensive management features for both cloud and on‑premises setups, this access point meets the needs of secure and scalable enterprise networking.
C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 price is $4,851.00, a 64.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $13,750.00. C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Brand
- Cisco
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- 1Gbps
- Max Range
- 200 feet
- Coverage Area
- 2000 sq 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
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax / Ethernet
- Management Features
- Cloud Management / On-Premises
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 Wireless Access Point
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Product Comparison Table 
| C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 |  AIR-CT8540-K9 |  WCS-NAV-20 |  AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Internal Omnidirectional |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | No | Yes | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax / Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Management Features | Cloud Management / On-Premises | Cloud Management | Cloud Management / On-Premises | On-Premises Management |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / VPN | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 Wireless Access Point | AIR-CT8540-K9 Wireless Access Point | WCS-NAV-20 Wireless Access Point | AIR-CT8510-3K-K9 |
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Reviews & Ratings
B
Bradford Keller
4
The Cisco ONE 5500 Series WLAN Controller provides stable wireless performance and dependable centralized management across our enterprise network.
C
Clinton Avery
5
Excellent reliability and smooth deployment. The 5508 controller handles high client density without performance issues.
D
Derrick Lawson
4
Strong throughput and consistent uptime. Ideal for campus-wide wireless management.
E
Evan Holloway
5
Professional WLAN controller with intuitive configuration and scalable architecture.
G
Garrett Whitman
5
Reliable enterprise solution delivering excellent WiFi stability and visibility.
H
Harrison Doyle
4
Solid performance and easy AP integration. Great for growing infrastructures.
I
Isaac Brennan
4
Centralized control and dependable performance make this controller a strong choice.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco ONE 5500 Series WLAN Controller C1-AIR-CT5508-K9?
The Cisco ONE 5500 Series WLAN Controller C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 is a high-performance wireless LAN controller that centrally manages up to 250 Cisco access points, providing advanced security, policy enforcement, and scalable network operations. It ships without any AP licenses.
How many access points can the C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 controller support?
The Cisco 5508 WLAN controller supports up to 250 Cisco access points per unit, making it ideal for medium to large enterprise deployments.
Does the C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 include access point licenses?
No, the C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 is sold with zero AP licenses. You must purchase and install AP licenses separately to activate access points.
How do I add AP licenses to the Cisco 5508 controller?
Purchase the required Cisco access-point licenses and upload them via the controller’s web GUI or Cisco Prime Infrastructure. The licenses automatically provision when you reboot the controller.
What high-availability options does the Cisco 5508 controller offer?
The Cisco 5508 supports stateful failover in an active/standby configuration, ensuring continuous wireless service in case of controller failure.
What security features are built into the Cisco ONE 5500 Series WLAN controller?
It provides integrated Layer 2–7 firewall, rogue AP detection, secure guest access, 802.1X authentication, wireless intrusion prevention (WIPS), and AES encryption.
What throughput performance does the Cisco 5508 deliver?
The Cisco 5508 controller delivers up to 4 Gbps of wired throughput, supporting high-density traffic with low latency.
Which wireless standards and features are supported by the 5508 controller?
It supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 1, client roaming, spectral analysis with CleanAir®, Quality of Service (QoS), and client load balancing.
Can I manage the Cisco 5508 via CLI, GUI, and APIs?
Yes. The controller offers a web-based GUI, a full-featured CLI, SNMP monitoring, and RESTful APIs for automation and integration.
Does the Cisco 5508 support guest access and hotspot services?
Yes. It includes a customizable guest web portal, sponsor-based guest account management, and RADIUS-backed captive-portal authentication.
What are the physical dimensions and power requirements of the Cisco 5508 controller?
The controller is a 1 RU rack-mountable chassis with dual hot-swappable power supplies, supporting 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz operation.
What operating temperature range does the Cisco 5508 support?
It operates reliably from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) and stores between –40 °C and 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F).
What warranty and support options are available for the Cisco 5508 controller?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty with 90 days of complimentary technical support. Extended SMARTnet service contracts are available for 24×7 coverage and software updates.
Can I integrate the Cisco 5508 with Cisco DNA Center or Prime Infrastructure?
Yes. The controller fully integrates with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation and with Cisco Prime Infrastructure for unified lifecycle management.
Can multiple 5508 controllers be clustered for scale and redundancy?
Yes. You can configure N+1 redundancy or stateful failover pairs to ensure seamless failover and scale-out capacity.
What is the licensing model for software updates on the Cisco 5508?
Software updates are provided under Cisco’s Smart Net Total Care (SMARTnet) contract. You must maintain an active SMARTnet subscription to receive all major and minor software releases.