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Optimize wireless network performance with the 3500 Series WLAN Controller—designed for secure, scalable, and intelligent connectivity in enterprise and campus environments.
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What is the 3500 Series WLAN Controller?
The 3500 Series WLAN Controller is a rack-mount network appliance that centrally manages, secures, and optimizes up to 1,000 enterprise-grade access points, delivering unified Wi-Fi performance for medium to large deployments.
How many access points does the 3500 Series support?
The 3500 Series supports up to 1,000 access points per controller, enabling scalable Wi-Fi growth without sacrificing centralized policy enforcement or network stability.
What aggregate throughput does the 3500 Series deliver?
With up to 40 Gbps of aggregate throughput, the 3500 Series handles high-density, latency-sensitive applications and ensures seamless user experiences under peak loads.
Does the 3500 Series support Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)?
Yes. The 3500 Series fully supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) features—OFDMA, MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring—for improved capacity, efficiency, and client performance in crowded RF environments.
What security features are included in the 3500 Series?
The controller provides WPA3 encryption, 802.1X RADIUS authentication, integrated IDS/IPS, secure guest portals, rogue AP detection, and role-based access controls to safeguard wireless traffic.
How do I manage and monitor the 3500 Series?
Manage and monitor via the intuitive web GUI, CLI, SNMP, and RESTful APIs, with real-time dashboards, event logging, and automated alerts for proactive network health and performance tracking.
Can I deploy the 3500 Series in high-availability mode?
Yes. The 3500 Series supports active/standby clustering with dynamic failover, stateful session synchronization, and redundant power supplies to ensure continuous wireless service.
Does the 3500 Series integrate with cloud management platforms?
Absolutely. It offers native integration with leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) via APIs and supports cloud-based network overlays for hybrid deployments.
How do I perform firmware upgrades on the 3500 Series?
Firmware upgrades are executed through the web GUI or CLI, with scheduling options, automatic rollback on failure, and simultaneous batch updates to minimize downtime.
What Quality of Service (QoS) features are available?
The controller provides granular QoS controls, including traffic shaping, application-aware prioritization, WMM support, and real-time bandwidth reservation for voice, video, and critical data.
What licensing options are offered for the 3500 Series?
Licensing tiers include Base (essential services), Advanced (security & analytics), and Premium (WIPS & intrusion prevention), all available as per-AP or perpetual licenses with flexible subscription terms.
Which deployment scenarios suit the 3500 Series best?
Ideal for campus networks, large offices, hotels, healthcare facilities, and retail environments requiring centralized control, high-density coverage, and seamless client mobility.
How does the 3500 Series handle client roaming and load balancing?
It enables fast 802.11k/r/v-compliant roaming, predictive load balancing, and seamless session handover to maintain uninterrupted connectivity across all managed APs.
What redundancy features are built into the 3500 Series?
Beyond active/standby clustering, the controller supports VRRP for gateway redundancy, link aggregation for uplink resilience, and dual hot-swappable power supplies for nonstop operation.
What are the physical and environmental specifications?
The 3500 Series is a 1RU, 19-inch rack-mount unit, rated for 0–40°C operating temperature, 5–90% non-condensing humidity, and optional AC or DC power modules.
How energy-efficient is the 3500 Series WLAN Controller?
Designed with Energy Star components, it features dynamic power scaling, low-power SOCs, and efficient cooling that reduce operational costs and minimize carbon footprint.
What warranty and support options are available?
Standard one-year hardware warranty plus 90-day software support, with optional Gold, Platinum, and 24x7 support packages offering extended coverage, rapid RMA, and premium services.