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L-LIC-CT5508-25A
25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD
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L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD is a network management software license designed to extend the capabilities of the 5508 Controller by adding additional access point licenses. This product falls under the network management category, is distributed as a volume license, provides lifetime rights, and is targeted for enterprise use in business and IT administration environments.
L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD is delivered via a digital key with online activation. It does not specify a conventional user or device count and is not tied to a specific operating system platform, making it suitable for environments where network controller management is essential. Use cases include SMBs, large enterprises, and IT management scenarios requiring robust wireless controller support.
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In a multi-building university campus, IT teams leveraged the L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD to add 25 additional access points on a pre-existing Cisco 5508 Wireless LAN Controller. This enabled seamless roaming for 15,000 students and faculty across lecture halls, libraries, and dormitories. Benefit: Scalable capacity growth without forklift upgrades—delivering uninterrupted high-density Wi-Fi, centralized management, and a 30% reduction in per-AP operational overhead.
A national retail chain activated the L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD to deploy 25 new APs in flagship stores ahead of the holiday rush. By integrating these additional radios into their existing Cisco 5508 controller, store managers achieved uniform coverage across sales floors, checkout lanes, and inventory areas. Benefit: Enhanced guest Wi-Fi experience, real-time inventory data sync, and a 20% uplift in transaction speed—ensuring compliance with PCI-DSS standards and boosting customer satisfaction.
A manufacturing plant implemented the L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD to support 25 more wireless sensors, cameras, and mobile tablets across the production line. Connected through the Cisco 5508 controller, the expanded AP footprint delivered mission-critical telemetry, predictive maintenance alerts, and AR-guided workflows. Benefit: Real-time visibility into equipment health, a 15% reduction in unplanned downtime, and streamlined network compliance reporting—maximizing operational efficiency and ROI.
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| L-LIC-CT5508-25A |  WCS-ENT-PLUS-1000 |  L-LIC-CT7500-500A= |  L-LIC-CT7500-200A= |  L-LIC-CT8500-SP-1A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Bit Version | N/A | 64-bit | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Language Support | N/A | English | English | English | English |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| License Type | Volume | Volume | Perpetual | Perpetual | Volume |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform |
| Product Name | L-LIC-CT5508-25A-25 AP ADDER LICS FOR 5508 CONTROLLER ESD | WCS-ENT-PLUS-1000-Cisco WCS Enterprise PLUS License for 1000 APs,Windows/Linux | L-LIC-CT7500-500A=-500 AP E-License for Cisco 7500 Wireless Controller | L-LIC-CT7500-200A=-200 AP E-License for Cisco 7500 Wireless Controller | L-LIC-CT8500-SP-1A-1 AP ADDER LICS FOR CT8510-SP CT85DC-SP CTLR EDEL |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Renewable | No | N/A | No | No | N/A |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | N/A |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
E-delivery 25 AP license for 5508 applied fast. Capacity increased immediately and APs joined without any registration issues.
Good incremental upgrade for growing sites. Activation was smooth and wireless stability stayed strong.
Licensing was easy to manage. Added AP capacity helped our expansion without operational disruption.
Predictable scaling for 5508 controllers. Great for planned WLAN growth.
Reliable e-delivery upgrade that kept our rollout on schedule.
The Cisco 25 AP Adder License (SKU L-LIC-CT5508-25A) is an expansion license that allows you to attach an additional 25 access points to a Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller, increasing your network capacity.
The L-LIC-CT5508-25A license is exclusively compatible with the Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller and cannot be applied to other controller models.
Log into the Cisco 5508 Controller GUI, navigate to Administration > Licensing, choose License Management, upload the PAK, and then click ‘Install License’ to activate the new AP capacity.
Yes. You can stack up to the maximum supported capacity of 500 APs by installing multiple 25 AP Adder Licenses until the controller’s hardware limit is reached.
The L-LIC-CT5508-25A license is perpetual, providing indefinite rights to use the additional 25 AP licenses without annual renewal requirements.
No. The L-LIC-CT5508-25A license only covers AP capacity. Cisco Smart Net Total Care must be purchased separately for hardware support and software updates.
In the Cisco 5508 Controller GUI, go to Administration > Licensing > License Management to view the installed license count and expiration status.
If you exceed the licensed AP count, the controller will refuse to register additional access points until you purchase and install enough AP Adder Licenses.
Yes. You can trade in your existing PAK for a higher-capacity bundle by contacting your Cisco reseller and applying a license migration through the Cisco licensing portal.
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) means you receive a Product Authorization Key (PAK) via email immediately after purchase, enabling rapid activation without shipping delays.
No. You only need the PAK from your ESD delivery to install the license. A service contract is recommended for ongoing support but not required for license activation.
Activation is immediate upon receiving the PAK via ESD. License installation and AP registration can be completed within minutes through the controller GUI.
No. Once the license PAK is used on a Cisco 5508 Controller, it is bound to that controller’s serial number and cannot be moved to another unit.
You can find the serial number on the controller’s chassis label or by logging into the GUI and navigating to Controller > Settings > System Information.
With the base license of 25 APs plus up to 475 additional APs via multiple 25 AP Adder Licenses, you can achieve a total capacity of 500 access points.
No. The Cisco 25 AP Adder License is delivered exclusively via ESD. Physical media is not available for this SKU.