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When it comes to flexible networking solutions and fast speeds, the Cisco 5508 1000 Mbps 8-port wireless controller offers both. It has a large number of ports for connecting immobile devices like desktops, servers, TVs, and set-top boxes. It also provides high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity for as many wireless devices as you need. For stationary devices, an Ethernet connection ensures your data is delivered quickly, and a mobile device requires Wi-Fi. The Cisco helps you fill both of these needs.Modern office networks demand flexibility. Employees need the freedom to connect their own mobile devices, and employers need the security of a managed network. The Cisco 5508 controllers have dual connection methods that allow this. Company computers can connect via the more secure Ethernet connection, and employees can still connect their own devices wirelessly. This Cisco wireless controller is built to allow clients to connect seamlessly as well. It helps prevent interruption of service when switching to cellular wireless or other Wi-Fi. Slots for up to 7,000 clients mean that local IP address assignments occur instantly. This reduces the time required to connect to the controllers.The Cisco 5508 controller has enterprise-grade transfer speeds and scalability that let you build your network to your required size. You can use this for routing standard HTTP web content or using in-house or external VoIP or video conferencing. Even building a high-performance server cluster for web applications is possible with the controller. Tasks that once required a hard connection can now be performed over wireless LAN. They can be done with zero loss of service, dropped packets, or skipped frames. This Cisco wireless controller has a large range, making continuous access across business campuses and offices attainable. Powerful wireless antennas ensure that performance will be solid even at a distance from the controller. Cisco creates reliable networking systems with minimal downtime, and the 5508 wireless LAN controller can help a professional achieve this.If you're building a geographically large wireless network, you need multiple access points. This Cisco 5500 series controller supports connection and remote management of up to 500 access points simultaneously over WLAN. This turns tedious maintenance tasks into instantaneous batch operations. SNMP, or simple network management protocol, software makes maintenance and configuration of your controller simple, saving valuable hours for IT personnel. These controllers from Cisco can aid in reducing setup and configuration costs, downtime, loss of productivity, and maintenance costs.This Cisco 5500 series device offers fine-grained control from a central access point. You can then use multiple controllers to handle WLAN access points for a large server cluster. The high-speed wireless options provided by this Cisco 5500 series controller allow simpler configurations for server clusters. Performing inter-server communications over wireless LAN helps make maintenance neater. This Cisco controller takes advantage of the built-in wireless interfaces in most modern server boxes. It allows you to save time on cable routing while maintaining speed of information exchange. Wireless LAN technology can help you get the most out of your web applications and critical platforms.