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Cisco 5520 is an excellent WLC.
May 15, 2021

Cisco 5520 is an excellent WLC.

Bruno Carvalho | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Software Version

5520 Wireless Controller

Overall Satisfaction with Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers

The scenario used is two WLCs installed in the local datacenter, one wlc appliance with licenses and the other is the HA model without license costs. This appliance manages the wireless network and configures the APs automatically. We just have to install the APs on the ceiling of the offices and connect the ethernet network and that's it. In the WLC we are able to capture details of each AP such as number of connected users, IP, radio frequency, range, noise, interference and others. In this management we are also able to administer authentication on users' radius server to allow access.
  • Support for 802.11ac APs.
  • Excellent quality smartnet contract.
  • Manages and automates the park of APs.
  • Incompatibility with some browsers.
  • Technical documentation in only a few languages.
  • The WLC automatically sets the RF channels and signal coverage radius.
  • High availability scenario with the addition of a specific WLC for redundancy.
  • Full control and visibility of the network with Cisco DNA technology also used in switches.
  • Improvement in the coverage of the wifi network in the areas.
  • Improved mobility and productivity.
  • Improved signal quality.

Do you think Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers's feature set?

Yes

Did Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers again?

Yes

It is great for controlling access points that are spread across different environments, even on different and distant sites and subnets. Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers helps us in IT to optimize the administration and maintenance work. With Prime management software we have the complete solution that includes monitoring and unified management. At the WLC we set up the captive portal to protect the network from attempted access by attackers and allow them to connect only those who have the credentials.