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LIC-CT5508-100A-Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller delivers a robust, perpetual network management solution designed to expand the capacity of a Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller by supporting an additional 100 access points. This license falls under the network management category and is ideal for enterprise IT management environments looking to seamlessly scale their wireless infrastructure.
The license is a perpetual volume offering available via digital delivery through email as a digital key, with online activation ensuring a fast and secure setup process. Optimized for cross-platform network environments, this solution meets the demands of businesses seeking a vendor-supported, lifetime license without the need for recurring subscription fees.
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A multinational university deploys the Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller to bring 100 new access points online across expanded lecture halls and outdoor quad spaces. Benefit: Achieves seamless, high-density connectivity and supports a 25% surge in simultaneous mobile users while maintaining 99.99% uptime and simplified central management.
A nationwide retail brand uses the Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller to provision 100 additional APs in new and remodeled stores. Benefit: Delivers uniform guest Wi-Fi and IoT integration across 50+ locations, boosting in-store analytics accuracy by 30% and accelerating deployment by 50% through controller-based automation.
A major convention center integrates the Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller to support 100 high-density access points for trade shows and live events. Benefit: Ensures uninterrupted connectivity for 20,000+ concurrent devices, optimizes RF performance in crowded environments, and reduces support incidents by 40% with centralized policy enforcement.
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| LIC-CT5508-100A |  LIC-CT7500-200A |  L-NCS-1.0-10K |  LIC-CT5508-5A |  L-NCS-1.0-50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | Perpetual | OEM | Volume | Volume | Volume |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | IT Admin |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Email Delivery | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | 64-bit | N/A | 64-bit |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | LIC-CT5508-100A-Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller | LIC-CT7500-200A-200 AP Adder License for Cisco 7500 Wireless Controller | L-NCS-1.0-10K-Cisco Prime NCS SOFTWARE AND License to manage 10000 device | LIC-CT5508-5A-5 AP ADDER LICS FOR THE 5508 CTLR | L-NCS-1.0-50-PRIME NETWORK CONTROL SYSTEM SW AND LICENSE TO MANAGE 50DEVICE |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | No | N/A | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
100 AP license expanded our 5508 controller capacity seamlessly. AP adoption was smooth and WLAN performance stayed consistent.
Good enterprise scaling option. Licensing applied cleanly and capacity updated correctly.
Reliable expansion for a growing campus. No surprises during activation.
Helped us standardize our wireless rollout. Stable operation after upgrade.
Strong capacity step for 5508 deployments. Easy management.
The Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-100A is a 100 AP Adder License for the 5508 Wireless LAN Controller that enables support for 100 additional access points.
The 100 AP Adder License increments the licensed access point capacity of a Cisco 5508 Controller by 100 APs, allowing for modular and scalable network expansion.
Activate the license through Cisco Smart Software Manager by registering your controller instance and assigning the 100 AP entitlement to your device ID.
The 100 AP Adder License is supported on Cisco 5508 Controllers running firmware version 8.0 or later.
Yes, you can stack multiple LIC-CT5508-100A licenses in 100-AP increments, up to the maximum capacity supported by the 5508 Controller hardware.
It provides scalable AP provisioning, centralized management, advanced security policies, seamless client roaming, and high-density wireless support.
A Cisco Smart Net Total Care contract is recommended to receive ongoing software updates, technical support, and hardware replacement services.
Log into the Controller GUI and navigate to License > Capacity to view total, used, and available AP licenses, including any 100 AP Adder Licenses.
Additional AP registrations beyond your licensed count will be blocked or queued until you install supplementary AP Adder Licenses.
Yes, you can reassign the license in Cisco Smart Software Manager by deactivating it on the original controller and activating it on the new one.
The 100 AP Adder License is perpetual; however, software updates and support depend on the duration of your Smart Net Total Care contract.
You must be running Cisco IOS/WLC software version 8.0 or higher on the 5508 Controller to deploy the 100 AP Adder License.
The license itself does not degrade performance, but ensure your controller’s CPU and memory resources are sufficient for the added AP load.
Order the LIC-CT5508-100A through Cisco authorized resellers, the Cisco Commerce portal, or your Cisco account team.
Yes, you can combine multiple 100 AP Adder Licenses or purchase higher-tier capacity bundles to meet larger deployment requirements.
Deployment and configuration guides are available on Cisco’s official website under Wireless LAN Controller documentation and the Software Activation Guide.