Cisco NM-AIR-WLC6-K9 enterprise networking (router/Catalyst switch/UCS families) Router Line Card

The Cisco NM-AIR-WLC6-K9 is a wireless LAN controller network module for the Cisco 2800 and 3800 series integrated services routers, integrating a 6-access-point wireless LAN controller directly into the router chassis rather than requiring a separate standalone controller appliance. It manages up to 6 lightweight Cisco Aironet access points over CAPWAP, handling RF management, security policy and roaming for a branch-office wireless deployment from the same chassis that provides routing and WAN connectivity. This integrated approach suits smaller branch sites where a dedicated wireless controller appliance is not justified but centralised control of the site’s access points is still wanted. It remains a common fit in established 2800/3800 series branch-router deployments running integrated wireless. Tech-Star supplies genuine Cisco spares for maintaining established ISR wireless deployments.