| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
Cisco 8540 Wireless Controller with Rack Mounting Kit, Remanufactured

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
Special Feature
Primary Information
| Product Type | Wireless Controller |
| Form Factor | 2U |
| Networking Type | Ethernet |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Processor / Type | None Processor |
| Processor / Manufacturer | Not Included |
| Processor / Clock Speed | Not Included |
| Processor / Number | Not Included |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Model | 8540 |
| Features | Intent-driven programmability and streaming telemetry. Subsecond access point and client failover for uninterrupted application availability. Cisco DNA and SD-Access Wireless, as well as Cisco DNA Assurance. |
Performance
| Max Remote Access Points | 6000 |
Power
| Max Power Consumption | 538 Watt |
| Power / Voltage Required | 90 VAC - 264 VAC |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222500 |
Networking
| Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking Compliant Standards | IEEE 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, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Cellular Technology | None |
| Cellular Service Provider | None |
| Cellular Generation | None |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 18.96 Inch |
| Depth | 30.18 Inch |
| Height | 3.43 Inch |
| Rack Height | 2U |
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