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Cisco • SKU AIR-CT8540-1K-K9
Cisco AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 — 8540 Wireless LAN Controller
Cisco 8540 Wireless LAN Controller — 2RU rack-mount enterprise WLAN controller, licensed for 1,000 CAPWAP access points, 802.11ac, running AireOS
- End-of-sale — refurbished only
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What is the Cisco AIR-CT8540-1K-K9?
Cisco 8540 Wireless LAN Controller — 2RU rack-mount enterprise WLAN controller, licensed for 1,000 CAPWAP access points, 802.11ac, running AireOS
TFI supplies the AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 refurbished to South African businesses, each unit covered by warranty and optional SLA. As a B-BBEE Level 2 distributor we can quote stock, lead time and price — usually within the same business day.
Specifications
| ap capacity | Up to 1,000 CAPWAP access points (pre-licensed; expandable via additional AP licenses) |
|---|---|
| throughput | Up to 40 Gbps CAPWAP throughput |
| wireless standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi 5) |
| frequency bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| ports | 4 x RJ-45 network ports (10/100/1000 Ethernet) |
| form factor | 2U rack-mount (19" rack); ships with rack-mount kit and redundant power supplies |
| dimensions | H: 3.4" x W: 19" x D: 30.2" (approx. 44 lb) |
| power supply | Dual hot-swappable redundant power supplies (N+1); 2x 1200W PSUs |
| software | Cisco AireOS 8.x; supports Cisco DNA Center integration, FlexConnect, mesh, and centralized deployment modes |
| eol status | End of Sale: ~July 2017; End of Service Life (EOSL): September 30, 2023 — fully end-of-life, refurbished market only |
End-of-life status
The AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 is end-of-sale
Cisco has declared the AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 end-of-sale, so it is no longer manufactured new. TFI supplies it professionally refurbished and tested.
Why refurbished still makes sense: a refurbished AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 delivers the same proven performance at a fraction of the new-equipment cost, backed by a TFI warranty and SLA. It is the practical choice for spares, expansion of an existing deployment, or extending the life of a network you are not ready to replace. Talk to us about a successor model if you are planning a refresh.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Cisco AIR-CT8540-1K-K9?
- Cisco 8540 Wireless LAN Controller — 2RU rack-mount enterprise WLAN controller, licensed for 1,000 CAPWAP access points, 802.11ac, running AireOS
- Is the AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 still supported?
- The Cisco AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 has reached end-of-sale, so it is supplied refurbished. TFI back every refurbished unit with a warranty and SLA options, which makes it a cost-effective choice where the platform still fits your network.
- How many ports does the AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 have?
- Port configuration: 4 x RJ-45 network ports (10/100/1000 Ethernet).
- Can TFI deliver the AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 in South Africa?
- Yes. TFI is a South African distributor (B-BBEE Level 2) and ships the Cisco AIR-CT8540-1K-K9 nationwide. Send us the SKU and we come back with stock, lead time and price — usually the same business day.
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Verification sources (6)
- https://www.router-switch.com/air-ct8540-1k-k9.html
- https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/8540-wireless-controller/datasheet-c78-734258.html
- https://serviceexpress.com/eol-eosl-database/products/cisco-air-ct8540-1k-k9-cisco-network-services/
- https://dedicatednetworksinc.com/product/cisco-air-ct8540-1k-k9-8540-wireless-controller-licensed-for-1000-access-points/
- https://4startech.com/air-ct8540-1k-k9-cisco-8540-wireless-controller-refurb/
- https://www.zones.com/site/product/index.html?id=102968976
Need pricing on AIR-CT8540-1K-K9?
Send us the SKU. We come back with stock, lead time and price — typically within the same business day.