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LIC-CT5508-250A Overview

LIC-CT5508-250A-Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller is a network management software license designed specifically for Cisco 5508 Wireless LAN Controllers. It enables organizations to expand their wireless network capacity by adding license support for up to 250 access points. This product falls under the network management category and is offered as a perpetual, lifetime license that supports enterprise-level deployments, particularly for large-scale IT management and educational or government networks.

The license is delivered as a digital key and requires online activation via Cisco’s activation platform, ensuring a streamlined setup process. It is intended for use with Cisco hardware controllers and is compatible across platforms via the controller’s integrated operating system environment. Ideal for enterprises and IT administrators, this license supports the effective expansion and management of wireless networks without the need for periodic renewals.

LIC-CT5508-250A price is $26,598.00, a 61.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $69,193.00. LIC-CT5508-250A is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

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LIC-CT5508-250A Specifications

Use Case
Enterprise
Product Type
Software License
Software Category
Network Management
License Duration
Lifetime
User Count
N/A
Device Count
N/A
Delivery Method
Digital Key
Activation Type
Online Activation
Bit Version
N/A
Cloud Integration
N/A
Support Included
Vendor Support Required
License Key Included
Yes
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
Yes
Renewable
No
Compliance Certifications
N/A
Product Region
Global
Language Support
English
License Type
Perpetual
Software Format
Downloadable
Platform Compatibility
Cross-Platform
Product Name
LIC-CT5508-250A-Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller

LIC-CT5508-250A Use Case

Enterprise Campus Network Expansion with 250-AP Scalability

A multinational corporation is rolling out a new office tower and needs to provision 200 additional access points (APs) without deploying a second controller. By applying the Cisco LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License on their existing 5508 controller, network administrators seamlessly onboard the new APs, maintain unified configuration policies and QoS across 500 total APs, and avoid hardware forklift upgrades. Outcome: Rapid campus expansion with centralized management, predictable licensing costs, and zero service disruptions.

High-Density Healthcare Wi-Fi Deployment

A large hospital requires reliable connectivity for 150 bedside medical devices, mobile workstations, and guest networks in high-density wards. The IT team activates the 250-AP adder license on their Cisco 5508 controller to support these critical endpoints alongside existing infrastructure. Outcome: Guaranteed medical-grade performance, role-based access control, and simplified compliance with HIPAA security policies, all managed from a single pane of glass.

Distributed Retail Chain Multi-Site WLAN Management

A 50-store retail chain plans to upgrade in-store Wi-Fi for point-of-sale systems, inventory scanners, and customer hotspots. Leveraging the LIC-CT5508-250A adder license, the IT team centrally manages and scales up to 250 new APs across all locations via the 5508 controller hosted in the corporate data center. Outcome: Consistent guest experience, streamlined firmware updates, and reduced on-site IT overhead with one centralized controller and license pool.

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table

Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License for the 5508 ControllerLIC-CT5508-250AWCS TO NCS 1.0 MIGRATION INCLUDES 25 BONUS LICENSESL-WCS-NCS1-M-K91 AP ADDER LICS FOR CT8510-SP CT85DC-SP CTLR EDELL-LIC-CT8500-SP-1A1K AP E-License for Cisco 7500 Wireless ControllerL-LIC-CT7500-1KA=PRIME NETWORK CONTROL SYSTEM ADD-ON LICENSE FOR 1000DEVICEL-NCS-1.0-1K-ADD
Product TypeSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware License
Software CategoryNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork Management
License TypePerpetualVolumeVolumeVolumeVolume
License DurationLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetime
Use CaseEnterpriseIT AdminEnterpriseEnterpriseEnterprise
User CountN/AUnlimitedN/AN/AN/A
Device CountN/AUnlimitedN/AUnlimitedN/A
Platform CompatibilityCross-PlatformWindowsCross-PlatformN/AWindows
Delivery MethodDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital Key
Activation TypeOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline Activation
Language SupportEnglishEnglishEnglishEnglishEnglish
Bit VersionN/A64-bitN/AN/A64-bit
Cloud IntegrationN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Software FormatDownloadableDownloadableN/AN/ADownloadable
Support IncludedVendor Support RequiredVendor Support RequiredYesVendor Support RequiredYes
Product NameLIC-CT5508-250A-Cisco 5500 License LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License for the 5508 ControllerL-WCS-NCS1-M-K9-WCS TO NCS 1.0 MIGRATION INCLUDES 25 BONUS LICENSESL-LIC-CT8500-SP-1A-1 AP ADDER LICS FOR CT8510-SP CT85DC-SP CTLR EDELL-LIC-CT7500-1KA=-1K AP E-License for Cisco 7500 Wireless ControllerL-NCS-1.0-1K-ADD-PRIME NETWORK CONTROL SYSTEM ADD-ON LICENSE FOR 1000DEVICE
License Key IncludedYesYesYesYesYes
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)YesYesYesYesYes
RenewableNoN/AN/AN/ANo
Compliance CertificationsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Product RegionGlobalGlobalGlobalGlobalGlobal

Reviews & Ratings

L
Landon Pritchard
5

250 AP adder for 5508 was perfect for large deployments. Capacity increased immediately and operations remained stable.

Q
Quentin Harwood
4

Great scaling option for campus WLAN growth. Licensing was straightforward.

S
Sterling Mercer
5

AP onboarding remained consistent and controller performance stayed reliable after expansion.

C
Cyrus Whitman
3

Predictable capacity upgrade that supported our multi-building rollout.

B
Blaine Hightower
4

Clean activation with no disruption. Strong option for big expansions.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco LIC-CT5508-250A 250 AP Adder License for the 5508 Controller?

The LIC-CT5508-250A is an access point adder license that expands a Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller’s capacity by 250 additional APs, enabling scalable network growth.

Which Cisco controllers are compatible with the LIC-CT5508-250A license?

The LIC-CT5508-250A is exclusively compatible with the Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller and cannot be applied to other controller models.

How do I install the 250 AP Adder License on my Cisco 5508 Controller?

Install the license by logging into the controller GUI, navigating to Licensing > Smart Licensing, uploading the PAK file, and following the activation wizard.

Can I stack multiple LIC-CT5508-250A licenses on a single controller?

Yes, you can stack multiple 250 AP Adder licenses on a Cisco 5508 Controller until the maximum supported capacity of 1,000 APs is reached.