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Simplify workflows
Centralize the configuration and management of your access points.
Optimize performance
Improve network performance with automated fail-over and mitigated radio interference.
Gain flexibility
Choose between appliance-based integrated modules, and virtual modes in our access point, switches, and routers.
Integrate security
Uncover threats and provide content filtering and security based on user ID and location.
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Flexibility to configure settings Faster response to business needs Standardized access-point configurations Centralized security policies across networks
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Manages small and midsize networks 802.11ac Wave 2 Enables Fast IT Embeds a virtual WLAN controller into an AP
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Small to medium-sized networks and branch offices 802.11ac Wave 2 Over-the-air express setup and monitoring Supports 75 APs and 1,000 clients
3504
Small to medium-sized businesses 802.11ac Wave 2 Deploys quickly with a simplified GUI Supports existing cables with Cisco Multigigabit Ethernet
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Built on Cisco Unified Access Data Plane Granular, hierarchical bandwidth management Native Flexible NetFlow on all ports Integrated WLAN controller functionality
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Wide range of pluggable transceiver modules Built-in stack and power resiliency Extensive application visibility on switch ports
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Supports 500 APs and 7,000 clients Supports 802.11n and 802.11ac networks Manages 500 APs simultaneously
5520
Medium-sized to large enterprise and campus networks 802.11ac Wave 2 Centralized, distributed, and mesh deployments Supports up to 1,500 APs and 20,000 clients
8510
Supports 6,000 APs and 64,000 clients Supports 802.11n and 802.11ac 4,096 VLANs for large-scale deployments Subsecond AP and client failover for SSID
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Supports 6,000 APs, 64,000 clients, and 6,000 branches 802.11ac Wave 2 Service providers, enterprises, and large campuses Highly scalable, service rich, and flexible
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No local controller at branch locations Consolidated and remote management Centralized policy management Ensures business continuity in each local branch
Application Visibility and Control
Detect applications, monitor their performance, and troubleshoot issues.
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Umbrella Wireless LAN
Combine the power of your wireless network with security and thrive in the digital era.
Performance verified
The Cisco 5520 Wireless Controller is ready for your next generation of wireless networks.
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Resources
- Miercom Performance Report: Campus Network Infrastructure vs. Huawei
- Wireless LAN solutions at-a-glance (PDF - 399 KB)
- Wireless controllers at-a-glance (PDF - 672 KB)
- Cisco 802.11ac Wave 2 Access Points at-a-glance (PDF - 223 KB)
- DNA Ready Infrastructure Brochure (PDF - 459 KB)
- 6 reasons to deploy DNA (PDF - 586 KB)
- Umbrella Access AAG (PDF - 957 KB)
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