Wireless controllers
Cisco 8540 Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac Wireless LAN Controller - 4 x Network (RJ-45) - Gigabit Ethernet - 538 W - Rail-mountable
VPN# AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1
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Overview
Cisco 8540 Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac Wireless LAN Controller - 4 x Network (RJ-45) - Gigabit Ethernet - 538 W - Rail-mountable (part number AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1) is supplied by Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, in the Cisco Wireless Access Points/Bridges category. Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac.
4 x Network (RJ-45) - Gigabit Ethernet - 538 W - Rail-mountable
• Use this wireless LAN controller to provide the visibility, scalability, and reliability needed for system wide wireless LAN network • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac wireless LAN standard offers a reliable, convenient way of communication • Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet connectivity for your wired network • Management port allows the convenience of establishing a large, efficient network • Data Encryption feature effectively protects your precious and valuable data from unauthorized access
Key specifications: Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac · Encryption Standard: WPA, WPA2, TLS 1.2, WEP, TKIP-MIC, AES, AES-CBC, AES-CCM, AES-CCMP, DES-CBC, 3DES, SSL, TLS, RC4 128-bit, RSA 1024-bit, RSA 2048-bit, MACsec, EAP, TLS 1.0 · Data Encryption: Yes · Data Link Protocols: TCP/IP · Ethernet Technology: Gigabit Ethernet · Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 4 · Management Port: Yes · Wi-Fi Generation: Wi-Fi 5.
TAA-compliant and GPC-payable. Request a quote for current pricing, stock, and lead time.
Highlights
- Use this wireless LAN controller to provide the visibility, scalability, and reliability needed for system wide wireless LAN network
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac wireless LAN standard offers a reliable, convenient way of communication
- Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet connectivity for your wired network
- Management port allows the convenience of establishing a large, efficient network
- Data Encryption feature effectively protects your precious and valuable data from unauthorized access
- Rail-mountable form factor for your usage convenience and better reliance
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) accepted
Cisco Cisco 8540 Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac Wireless LAN Controller - 4 x Network (RJ-45) - Gigabit Ethernet - 538 W - Rail-mountable datasheet & specifications
Technical Information
- Wireless LAN Standard
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac
- Encryption Standard
- WPA, WPA2, TLS 1.2, WEP, TKIP-MIC, AES, AES-CBC, AES-CCM, AES-CCMP, DES-CBC, 3DES, SSL, TLS, RC4 128-bit, RSA 1024-bit, RSA 2048-bit, MACsec, EAP, TLS 1.0
- Data Encryption
- Yes
- Data Link Protocols
- TCP/IP
Interfaces/Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports
- 4
- Management Port
- Yes
Network & Communication
- Wi-Fi Generation
- Wi-Fi 5
- Communication Protocols
- SNMPv1/v2c/v3, Telnet, RADIUS, SNTP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, ARP, DHCP, ICMP
Warranty
- Limited Warranty
- 3 Year Year
Physical Characteristics
- Height
- 3.4" mm
- Width
- 19" mm
- Depth
- 30.2" mm
- Form Factor
- Rail-mountable
- Weight (Approximate)
- 44 lb g
Power Description
- Power Consumption
- 538 W W
General Information
- Product Type
- Wireless LAN Controller
- Product Model
- 8540
Documents & datasheets
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- Manufacturer Brochure (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Cisco 8540 Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/d/e/h/k/n/r/u/w/ac Wireless LAN Controller - 4 x Network (RJ-45) - Gigabit Ethernet - 538 W - Rail-mountable (AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1) cost?
Pricing for the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 is available on request. Send a quick quote request and a Uniqcli specialist will confirm the current price, stock, and lead time, usually within one business day. Lower pricing is available for volume, GPC, and emergency-acquisition orders.
Is the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 TAA compliant and available for government and DoD buyers?
Yes. Uniqcli is an authorized Cisco partner and supports TAA-compliant, DoDIN APL-ready procurement of the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 for US federal, DoD, state, local, education, healthcare, and enterprise buyers. We accept the Government Purchase Card (GPC) and can support FAR-based urgent and emergency acquisitions.
Can I buy the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 as a single unit or in volume?
Both. Order a single AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 through the cart, or ask about lower pricing for volume orders, Government Purchase Card (GPC) purchases, and emergency or urgent (FAR-based) acquisitions. There is no payment up front: we confirm availability and the final total before invoicing.
Where can I find the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1 datasheet and specifications?
The official Cisco datasheet is available on this page (open the gated datasheet for the full PDF), and the Tech Specs section lists ports, power draw, dimensions, and licensing for the AIR-CT8540-SW-8.1.
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