Extreme Networks NX-5500-100R0-WR Wireless LAN Controller

Overview

The Extreme Networks NX-5500-100R0-WR Wireless LAN Controller delivers high-performance, centralized management for large campus and enterprise Wi-Fi deployments. Designed to simplify operations while providing robust security and scalability, this controller supports up to 100 access points and thousands of concurrent users with low latency and high throughput.

Key Features

• Scalable architecture - supports up to 100 APs per unit
• Advanced traffic shaping and QoS for voice, video and data
• Integrated security suite with WPA3, rogue detection and policy enforcement
• Zero touch provisioning and cloud-ready management interface
• High availability with redundant power supplies and failover clustering
• Comprehensive analytics and reporting via intuitive dashboard

Technical Specifications

• Model number: NX-5500-100R0-WR
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
• CPU: Multi-core processor with up to 2.5 GHz clock speed
• Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM, 256 GB SSD storage
• Interfaces: 8 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 2 x SFP+ uplinks
• Power: Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies, 110-240 V AC input
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Management protocols: SNMP v2/v3, NETCONF, REST API
• Supported Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (dual band)

Applications

This controller is ideal for high-density environments such as corporate headquarters, university campuses, hospitals, hotels and large retail spaces where reliable wireless connectivity and seamless user experience are critical. It also serves as a solid foundation for IoT deployments, digital signage networks and guest Wi-Fi services that require strict security controls and easy scalability.