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Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller with Rack Mounting Kit, Remanufactured

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: AIR-CT8540-K9-RF
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  • Supports up to 6000 remote access points
  • Compliant with modern Wi-Fi standards including 802.11ac Wave1/Wave2 and 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
  • 2U rack-mountable form factor for standard server integration
  • Maximum power consumption of 538 Watts, voltage range from 90 to 264 VAC
  • Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for high-speed data throughput
  • Includes features like intent-based programmability and streaming telemetry

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Key Benefits

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  • Ideal for large-scale wireless deployments requiring centralized control and up to 6000 AP support
  • Remanufactured unit offers cost savings without compromising Cisco-grade reliability and feature set
  • TAA-compliant design makes it suitable for government and other regulated IT environments

Product Overview

The Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller with rack mounting kit, remanufactured model AIR-CT8540-K9-RF, supports up to 6000 remote access points and is ideal for large-scale wireless deployments. Designed with a 2U rack-mountable form factor, this device supports modern standards including Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 802.11ac Wave1 & Wave2, ensuring compatibility and performance. It operates over Gigabit Ethernet and features intent-driven programmability and streaming telemetry for enhanced monitoring. With TAA compliance and high energy capacity of up to 538W, it meets enterprise and government requirements efficiently.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Wireless Controller
Model 8540
Manufacturer Part Number AIR-CT8540-K9-RF
Form Factor 2U Rack-Mountable
Rack Height 2U
Max Remote Access Points 6000
Max Power Consumption 538 Watt
Power / Voltage Required 90 VAC - 264 VAC
Features Intent-driven programmability and streaming telemetry.

Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards Supported 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave1/Wave2, 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Maximum Number of WLANs 6000
Roaming Support 802.11k, 802.11r, 802.11v, 802.11u, 802.11w
Mobility Support Inter-controller Layer 2 and Layer 3 roaming
Client Load Balancing Yes

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin Mexico
TAA Compliance Yes
Certifications FCC, UL/CSA, CE Marking, ICES-003, RoHS
Green Compliance RoHS

Advanced Security Features
Security Features Application visibility and control, rogue detection, RF interference mitigation
Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (wIPS) Supported
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Yes
Encryption Protocols Supported WPA, WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X
RADIUS and TACACS+ Authentication Supported

Interfaces
Data Link Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
Transport Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
Interface Types 1 x 10GE, 2 x GE Management, 2 x USB 3.0
USB Ports 2 x USB 3.0
Management Ports 2 x Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion Slots 2 x modular slots for future uplinks
Throughput Capacity 40 Gbps
Concurrent Devices Supported Up to 64,000 clients

Physical & Environmental
Width 18.96 in (48.15 cm)
Depth 30.18 in (76.66 cm)
Height 3.43 in (8.71 cm)
Unit Weight Approximately 39.2 lbs (17.8 kg)
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Cooling Type Internal redundant fans

Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, HTTPS, Web UI
Licensing Model Smart Licensing (DNA Advantage or Essentials required)
Included Licenses None (licenses sold separately)
Cloud Monitoring Support Yes, via Cisco DNA Center