Product Overview
The Cisco® Wireless LAN Controllers work in conjunction with Cisco access points and the Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) to provide systemwide wireless LAN functions. As a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network, the Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller presents network administrators with the visibility and control necessary to effectively and securely manage business-class WLANs and mobility services, such as voice, guest access, and location services.
Because the Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers support 802.11a/b/g and the IEEE 802.11n draft 2.0 standard, organizations can deploy the solution that best meets their individual requirements. Organizations can offer robust coverage with 802.11 a/b/g or deliver greater performance with 5x the throughput and unprecedented reliability using 802.11n and Cisco's Next-Generation Wireless Solutions and Cisco Enterprise Wireless Mesh.
The Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller (Figure 1) supports up to six lightweight access points, making it a cost-effective solution for multi-controller architectures typical of enterprise branch deployments. It may also be used for single controller deployments for small and medium-sized business environments. The Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller provides eight Ethernet ports, two of which can provide power directly to Cisco lightweight access points.
Figure 1. Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller
Wireless LAN Controller Series
The Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller is a model in the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller family which includes standalone controllers, integrated controllers, and modular wireless LAN controllers that work in conjunction with Cisco switches and routers. For more details, please visit Cisco Unified Wireless Network Overview.
Features and Benefits
Table 1 describes the hardware features of the Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller.
Table 1. Features and Benefits of the Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller
Product Specifications
Table 2 lists the product specification for the Cisco 2106 Series Wireless LAN Controller.
Table 2. Product Specifications for the Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller
Ordering Information
Table 3 provides ordering information for the Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller. To place an order, visit the Cisco Ordering Website:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/ordering/index.shtml
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/ordering/index.shtml
Table 3. Ordering Information for Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller
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Part Number |
Product Name |
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AIR-WLC2106-K9 |
Cisco 2106 Wireless LAN Controller for up to six Cisco lightweight access points |
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For More Information
For more information about Cisco wireless LAN controllers, contact your local account representative or visit:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6366/index.html
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6366/index.html
For more information about the Cisco Unified Wireless Network framework, visit:
http://www.cisco.com/go/unifiedwireless
http://www.cisco.com/go/unifiedwireless