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C9800-80-K9
CATALYST 9800-80 WRLS CTLR
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C9800-80-K9 Overview
C9800-80-K9 is a Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controller designed for enterprise environments that require high-performance centralized management of wireless networks. While it does not directly transmit radio frequency signals like an access point, it plays a critical role by managing and orchestrating numerous connected APs that operate on various Wi‑Fi standards.
Engineered to secure, monitor, and streamline large-scale deployments, this appliance supports connectivity for APs operating on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands under 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax protocols. With features such as robust security implementations, redundant power supplies, and flexible rack-mount installation options, the C9800-80-K9 is ideally suited for large offices, university campuses, and enterprise data centers that demand reliable wireless infrastructure management.
C9800-80-K9 price is $46,257.00, a 54.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $101,465.00. C9800-80-K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9800-80-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless LAN Controller
- Wireless Type
- N/A
- Wi-Fi Standard
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- N/A
- Max Range
- N/A
- Coverage Area
- N/A
- Connector Type
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Antenna Type
- N/A
- Antenna Gain
- N/A
- MIMO Technology
- N/A
- Beamforming
- N/A
- Mounting Options
- Rack Mount
- Power Supply
- AC / Redundant Power Supply
- Mesh Networking
- N/A
- Ethernet Port
- Multiple 10G Ethernet
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- Up to 64,000 clients
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Ethernet
- Management Features
- On-Premises, CLI, SNMP, REST API
- Security Features
- WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, VPN
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- Multi-core processor
- Memory
- 16GB DRAM, 4GB Flash
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller (C9800-80-K9)
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9800-80-K9 |  C9800-40-K9 |  C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 |  C9800-L-C-K9 |  C1-AIR-CT5760-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna Gain | N/A | N/A | 5dBi | N/A | 5dBi |
| Antenna Type | N/A | N/A | Omnidirectional | N/A | Omnidirectional |
| Beamforming | N/A | N/A | Yes | N/A | Yes |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 / SFP | N/A | RJ-45 | N/A | RJ-45 |
| Coverage Area | N/A | N/A | 2000 sq feet | N/A | N/A |
| Data Rate | N/A | N/A | 1Gbps | N/A | 1Gbps |
| Depth | N/A | 18 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Port | Multiple 10G Ethernet | 2x 10G SFP+ | 1x Gigabit | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | N/A | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Height | N/A | 1.75 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| MIMO Technology | N/A | N/A | MU-MIMO | N/A | MU-MIMO |
| Management Features | On-Premises, CLI, SNMP, REST API | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises | On-Premises / SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | Up to 64,000 clients | 40 APs / 2000 Clients | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A | 200 feet | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | 16GB DRAM, 4GB Flash | 8GB | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mesh Networking | N/A | N/A | No | N/A | No |
| Mounting Options | Rack Mount | Rack Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | N/A | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Power Supply | AC / Redundant Power Supply | AC Adapter/Dual PSU | PoE | AC Adapter | PoE |
| Processor | Multi-core processor | Quad-core | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller (C9800-80-K9) | Cisco Catalyst 9800-40 Wireless Controller | C1-AIR-CT5508-K9 Wireless Access Point | Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller (C9800-L-C-K9) | C1-AIR-CT5760-K9 Wireless Access Point |
| Product Type | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Product | Wireless LAN Controller | Wireless Access Point |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax / Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax / Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Security Features | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, VPN | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, TrustSec, VPN | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / VPN | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Weight | N/A | 13.2 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 | N/A | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Width | N/A | 17.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wireless Type | N/A | Controller | Access Point | N/A | Access Point |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Brandon Hayes
5
Reliable enterprise WLAN controller with advanced security.
C
Colton Whitfield
4
Handles large wireless deployments with consistent uptime.
D
Damon Porter
5
Powerful controller offering smooth centralized management.
E
Evan Harper
4
High-capacity wireless platform built for enterprise scale.
F
Franklin Doyle
5
Stable performance and excellent integration capabilities.
G
Graham Caldwell
5
Professional wireless controller supporting mission-critical operations.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller (C9800-80-K9)?
The Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller is a fixed, high-performance appliance that centrally manages up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 clients for enterprise-grade wireless networking.
How many access points and clients can the C9800-80 support?
The C9800-80 supports up to 6,000 access points and 64,000 clients, delivering scalable wireless coverage for large campuses and data centers.
Which licensing options are available for the C9800-80-K9?
Licensing options include Cisco DNA Essentials, DNA Advantage, and Cisco Plus, each offering incremental feature sets for security, analytics, and automation.
What deployment modes does the Catalyst 9800-80 support?
It supports standalone, high-availability pair, and Cisco DNA Center–managed deployments to ensure flexibility and redundancy in enterprise networks.
How does the C9800-80 integrate with Cisco DNA Center?
The controller integrates natively with Cisco DNA Center via secure APIs for policy automation, device provisioning, software image management, and analytics.
What are the key security features of the C9800-80?
It offers role-based access control, advanced threat detection, WPA3 support, MACsec encryption, and ISE integration for comprehensive wireless security.
How do I upgrade the firmware on the C9800-80?
Use Cisco Prime Infrastructure or the controller’s CLI GUI to upload and install new Cisco IOS XE images, with zero-impact software upgrades (ZTP) for continuous uptime.
What interface and port options are available on the C9800-80?
It features eight 1-Gbps SFP/SFP+ ports, four 10-Gbps SFP+ ports, two 40-Gbps QSFP+ uplinks, and a dedicated management Ethernet port.
What high-availability (HA) options does the C9800-80 offer?
The controller supports active-standby and stateful switchover (SSO) HA modes to ensure seamless failover and uninterrupted wireless service.
How can I monitor and troubleshoot the C9800-80?
Use Cisco DNA Center Assurance, built-in telemetry, SNMP, and Syslog integration to monitor performance metrics, client health, and RF environment anomalies.
What are the power and environmental specifications for the C9800-80?
It requires 100–240 VAC, consumes up to 500 W, and operates between 0 °C and 40 °C with humidity tolerance up to 90% non-condensing.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus optional SMARTnet service for replacement, software updates, and 24x7 technical support.
How do I order the C9800-80-K9 and check availability?
Contact an authorized Cisco reseller or visit Cisco Commerce Workspace to verify stock, obtain pricing, and place your order online.
What is the typical power consumption of the C9800-80 in production?
Under normal load, the controller draws approximately 300 W, providing energy-efficient operations for sustained wireless throughput.
How does the 9800-80 differ from lower-capacity Catalyst 9800 models?
The 9800-80 offers higher throughput, port density, AP/client scale, and advanced uplink interfaces compared to mid-range 9800 variants.