Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment
SKU: CSC-AIR-WLC526-K9 | Part #: AIR-WLC526-K9 | MPN: AIR-WLC526-K9
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About the Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller
The Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 features 10/100 Ethernet uplink ports, delivering a compact desktop/standalone appliance form factor designed for centralized wireless network management. This Cisco 500 Series Wireless LAN Controller operates as a dedicated device type engineered to provision and control up to 6 Cisco lightweight access points across distributed network environments, making it ideal for organizations transitioning to or expanding unified wireless deployments.
Network engineers and IT infrastructure teams select the AIR-WLC526-K9 for its centralized CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) management architecture, which automates channel and power assignment through Cisco RRM (Radio Resource Management) to optimize coverage and performance. The controller supports IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n protocols via managed access points, while delivering enterprise-grade security through WPA, WPA2, 802.1X, AES encryption, and integrated rogue AP detection and containment. Multi-protocol support includes CAPWAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, SNMP, HTTPS, and SSH for seamless integration into existing authentication and monitoring infrastructures. Quality of service capabilities via Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) and 802.11e QoS ensure predictable application performance, while 802.1Q VLAN tagging enables logical network segmentation. Management options span web-based GUI, command-line interface (CLI) via SSH/Telnet, and SNMP v1/v2c/v3 for comprehensive operational visibility and control.
The AIR-WLC526-K9 is genuine Cisco hardware eligible for Cisco SMARTnet support services and fully compatible with Cisco Unified Wireless Network environments and Cisco lightweight 802.11a/b/g/n access points. Whether you are establishing a new wireless infrastructure or consolidating multi-site access point management, Omnixon Global delivers this enterprise-class controller with full technical support. Contact our team to submit your RFQ for the Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 and discover competitive pricing tailored to your deployment requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Equipment |
| SKU | CSC-AIR-WLC526-K9 |
| Part Number | AIR-WLC526-K9 |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AIR-WLC526-K9 |
| Product Series | Cisco 500 Series Wireless LAN Controller |
| Device Type | Wireless LAN Controller |
| AP Capacity | Up to 6 Cisco lightweight access points |
| WLAN Protocol | IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (via managed APs) |
| Management Architecture | Centralized CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) |
| Network Protocol Support | CAPWAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, SNMP, HTTPS, SSH |
| Security Features | WPA, WPA2, 802.1X, AES encryption, rogue AP detection and containment |
| VLAN Support | 802.1Q VLAN tagging |
| QoS Support | Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), 802.11e QoS |
| Radio Resource Management | Cisco RRM — automated channel and power assignment |
| Form Factor | Desktop/standalone appliance |
| Interfaces | 10/100 Ethernet uplink ports |
| Management Interface | Web-based GUI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3 |
| Compatibility | Cisco Unified Wireless Network; compatible with Cisco lightweight 802.11a/b/g/n APs |
| Cisco SMARTnet Eligible | Yes |
| Product Status | Genuine Cisco hardware |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller
What does the Cisco Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller do?
The Cisco Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Cisco wireless LAN controller AIR-WLC526-K9 Cisco wireless LAN controller interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.