Cisco Catalyst 9800-L - Managed Wireless Controller, Grey

The Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller is a fixed, Layer 3 network appliance for centralized enterprise Wi‑Fi management. It serves as the control plane for wireless local area networks, supporting up to 500 access points and 10,000 clients. Hardware includes eight RJ‑45 Ethernet ports with transfer rates of up to 10 Gbit/s for high‑speed backbone links. With a 10 Gbit/s switching capacity, the unit coordinates client and radio functions across the infrastructure. It runs on Cisco IOS XE, which enforces consistent security policies.

This non‑PoE model has a 1RU form factor for standard rack mounting. It allows for extensive network segmentation, supporting up to 4,096 active VLANs and integrated IP routing. Administrators can manage the network via a web interface or the dedicated RJ‑45 console port for command‑line access. The architecture supports standard management frameworks, including SNMP v3, NETCONF, and RESTCONF. In routine operation, the chassis consumes 86.9 W and produces 42.9 dB of noise.

• Compatible with current wireless standards, including IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6) and 802.11ac.
• Secures network traffic using integrated cryptographic algorithms, such as AES, IPSec, SSL/TLS, and WPA2.
• Includes full Quality of Service (QoS) support to prioritize latency‑sensitive voice and video data.
• Includes a single USB 2.0 interface for auxiliary local storage or configuration backups.