Scalable, Flexible, High-Performance Wireless

Cisco 5508 Wireless Controllers deliver reliable performance, enhanced flexibility, and zero service-loss for mission-critical wireless. 802.11n offers up to nine times the performance of 802.11a/g networks. Interactive multimedia applications, such as voice and video, can now perform flawlessly over the wireless network, and clients can conveniently roam with no service interruption. Flexible licensing allows you to easily add access point support or premium software features.

Cisco 5508 Wireless Controllers provide:

Maximum Performance and Scalability

• Support for up to 250 access points and 7,000 clients
• Nine times the performance of 802.11a/g networks
• Ability to manage 250 access points simultaneously

Improved Mobility and Services

• Reliable connections even in the most demanding environments
• Larger mobility domain for more simultaneous client associations
• Uninterrupted network access when roaming
• Consistent streaming video and reliable, toll-quality voice

Licensing Flexibility and Investment Protection

• Option to add additional access points and feature licenses over time
• Optional WPLUS software, which supports the Cisco OfficeExtend solution and Enterprise Wireless Mesh

A Scalable and Secure Teleworking Solution

Cisco OfficeExtend extends the corporate network to teleworkers, full- and part-time home office workers, and mobile contractors using a wireless access point and controller. It provides secure, rich wireless network services to employees regardless of their location.