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Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller, 1RU, 10GbE, C9800-L-F-K9

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: C9800-L-F-K9 UPC#: 889728225489
  • Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller delivers centralized wireless management with fiber uplink support and support for modern wireless standards including 802.11ax. Designed without a built-in processor or cellular module, this 1RU unit allows management of up to 250,500 access points with the appropriate license, and includes several flexible interface options. The device features seamless software upgrades and automated provisioning as part of Cisco's robust controller solution.
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  • 1RU form factor with compact 8.5" x 9.06" footprint
  • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave1/Wave2 and 802.11ax wireless standards
  • Manages up to 250,500 access points with Performance license
  • Multiple connectivity options including RJ-45, USB 3.0, and 10G/multigigabit fiber
  • Built-in HTTP/HTTPS remote management support
  • Maximum power consumption of 86.9 watts on 100–240 VAC input
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Key Benefits

Eye-Insights
  • Supports modern wireless protocols including Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), ensuring network readiness for next-gen devices.
  • Scalable design enables control of up to 250,500 access points, accommodating growing enterprise networks.
  • Advanced features like API-driven configuration and seamless upgrades reduce support overhead and enhance uptime.

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller (C9800-L-F-K9) is a 1RU, high-performance wireless controller that supports data rates up to 10 Gbps and modern standards including 802.11ax. Offering centralized control for up to 250,500 access points with a performance license, it is equipped with multiple interface types such as RJ-45, USB 3.0, and multigigabit fiber ports. While no processor or cellular component is built-in, it delivers streamlined management through HTTP/HTTPS, granular visibility, and automated provisioning. Built for secure and scalable deployments, it features TAA compliance and simplified software upgrades—ideal for modern enterprise wireless networks.

Specifications

Primary Information
Product Type Wireless Controller
Form Factor 1RU
Networking Type Ethernet
Data Transfer Rate 10 Gbps
Data Link Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
Processor / Type None Processor
Processor / Manufacturer Not Included
Processor / Clock Speed Not Included KHz
Processor / Number Not Included
Connectivity Technology Wireless
Model Catalyst 9800-L
Features Automated device provisioning;API-driven configuration; Granular visibility; Seamless software upgrades and patching

UNSPSC Code
UNSPSC Code 43221700

Performance
Max Access Points 250500 (with Performance license)

Dimensions&Miscellaneous
Width 8.5 Inch
Depth 9.06 Inch
Height 1.58 Inch
Rack Height 1U

Service&Support
Service & Support Type 1-year limited hardware warranty

Special Feature
COO BRAZIL / CHINA / MEXICO / UNITED STATES / MEXICO / UNITED STATES
TAA compliance Yes

Networking
Transport Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
Networking Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d, WMM/802.11e/h/n/k/r, 802.11u/w/ac Wave1 and Wave2, 802.11ax
Remote Management Protocol HTTPS; HTTP
Networking / Ports Qty 11
Cellular Technology None
Cellular Service Provider None
Cellular Generation None

Miscellaneous
Interfaces RJ-45 console port, Micro USB console port, USB 3.0 port, RJ-45 management port, RJ-45 redundancy port, 10G/Multigigabit fiber, RJ-45 2.5G/1G Multigigabit Ethernet ports

Power
Power / Device Type Power Adapter
Max Power Consumption 86.9 Watt
Power / Voltage Required 100 to 240 VAC