Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller

Brand: Cisco · SKU: AIR-CT8540-K9 · MPN: AIR-CT8540-K9 · Category: Components

Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller
$58,208.00
In Stock • 20 units

The Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller (Model: AIR-CT8540-K9) is a high-performance wireless LAN controller designed for centralized control, management, and troubleshooting of high-scale deployments in service provider and large campus environments. It is optimized for 802.11ac Wave 2 performance, offering high scalability, service richness, resilience, and flexibility. It supports centralized mode, Cisco FlexConnect™ mode for lean branches, and mesh (bridge) mode. It provides subsecond access point and client failover, advanced visibility using Cisco Application Visibility and Control (AVC) including NBAR2, software-defined segmentation with Cisco TrustSec®, integrated Cisco CleanAir® technology, and support for Wi-Fi Alliance Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0). The unit is a 2RU rack-mount form factor. Some listings mention it is built on Wi-Fi 6 standard supporting MU-MIMO and beamforming, but primary datasheets point to 802.11ac Wave 2 optimization.

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Specifications

RAM64 GB
StorageDual SSD with Hardware RAID
Max VLANs4096
Processor1 x Intel Xeon E5-2680V3 - 2.5 GHz
Data Ports4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces or 4 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. Alternate: 8 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports. Alternate: 4 x 10G SFP+ and 2 x 10G SFP [cite: 1, for a bundle].
Throughput40 Gbps
Power Options1200 W AC, 930 W DC
Chassis HeightTwo rack-unit (2RU)
Max AP Support6000
Max Client Support64000
Hard Drive Capacity240GB x 2 (SATA 6Gb/s)
Wired/Switching ProtocolsIEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX, 1000-BASE-LH, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN
Wireless Standards SupportedIEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11d, WMM/802.11e, 802.11h, 802.11n, 802.11k, 802.11r, 802.11u, 802.11w, 802.11ac Wave1 and Wave2
Warranty3-year warranty (New). 1-year warranty (Refurbished).
Weight44 lb (19.9 kg) to 43.87 lbs
Dimensions18.96 x 30.18 x 3.43 in. (48.2 x 76.6 x 8.70 cm) for 2RU chassis. Alternate dimensions listed as 1.7 x 17.3 x 19.1 inches (1RU) which may refer to a different variant or is conflicting information. Dimensions: 19 in x 30.2 in x 3.4 in for 2U.

Key Features

The Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller provides centralized control, management, and troubleshooting for high-scale deployments in service provider and large campus deployments. It is highly scalable, supporting up to 6000 access points and 64,000 clients, with a 40 Gbps throughput, making it ideal for data-intensive applications and high-density Wi-Fi environments. It supports centralized mode, Cisco FlexConnect™ mode, and mesh mode, and offers advanced features like application visibility and segmentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product genuine OEM?

Yes, this Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller (AIR-CT8540-K9) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.

What warranty is included?

This Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.

How long does shipping take?

We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.

Can I return this product?

Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.

Is the Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller compatible with my system?

Please check the specifications tab for detailed compatibility information. Our technical team is available to assist with compatibility questions for the AIR-CT8540-K9.

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