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The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller for High Availability is a robust, rack-mountable 1U device designed to centrally manage and secure enterprise wireless networks. Supporting up to 500 access points and 7000 clients, it delivers 8 Gbps throughput and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, ensuring reliable performance for mission-critical environments. With built-in high availability and optional redundant power supply support, this controller minimizes downtime and maximizes network uptime.

Advantages

High availability architecture ensures seamless failover and continuous operation. The controller simplifies wireless management with centralized configuration, monitoring, and security policies. Its 8 Gbps throughput and 500 AP capacity make it ideal for large-scale deployments. Hot-plug internal power supply and optional RPS enhance reliability.

Suitable for

• Enterprise campuses and large offices requiring high-density wireless coverage
• Organizations needing redundant, high-availability wireless controllers
• Deployments with up to 500 access points and 7000 clients

Key specifications

• Device Type: Wireless LAN Controller
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable 1U
• Max Managed Access Points: 500
• Max Managed Clients: 7000
• Throughput: 8 Gbps
• Data Link Protocol: Gigabit Ethernet
• Network Ports: 8 x 1000Base-T (RJ-45)
• Console Port: 1 x RJ-45
• USB Ports: 2 x USB
• High Availability: Yes
• Redundant Power Supply Support: Yes (Optional RPS)
• RAM: 2 GB
• Flash Memory: 1 GB
• Management Protocols: SNMP, HTTP/S, SSH, CLI
• Security Protocols: WPA, WPA2, AES, TKIP, RADIUS, TACACS+
• Supported Wireless Standards: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
• Power Supply: Internal, Hot-plug
• Input Voltage: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Recommendations

For optimal high availability, pair this controller with a second unit in a cluster and use redundant power supplies. Ensure your access points are compatible with Cisco 5508 for seamless integration.