Wireless LAN Controllers
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Centralize the configuration and management of your access points.

Improve network performance with automated fail-over and mitigated radio interference.

Choose between appliance-based integrated modules, and virtual modes in our access point, switches, and routers.

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

Manages small and midsize networks 802.11ac Wave 2 Enables Fast IT Embeds a virtual WLAN controller into an AP

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

Small to medium-sized businesses 802.11ac Wave 2 Deploys quickly with a simplified GUI Supports existing cables with Cisco Multigigabit Ethernet

Built on Cisco Unified Access Data Plane Granular, hierarchical bandwidth management Native Flexible NetFlow on all ports Integrated WLAN controller functionality

Wide range of pluggable transceiver modules Built-in stack and power resiliency Extensive application visibility on switch ports

Supports 500 APs and 7,000 clients Supports 802.11n and 802.11ac networks Manages 500 APs simultaneously

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

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

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

No local controller at branch locations Consolidated and remote management Centralized policy management Ensures business continuity in each local branch

Detect applications, monitor their performance, and troubleshoot issues.

Combine the power of your wireless network with security and thrive in the digital era.


The Cisco 5520 Wireless Controller is ready for your next generation of wireless networks.
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