The Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller is a highly scalable and flexible platform that enables system wide services for mission-critical wireless in medium to large-sized enterprises and campus environments. Designed for 802.11n performance and maximum scalability, it offers enhanced uptime with the ability to simultaneously manage 12 access points superior performance for reliable streaming video and toll quality voice; and improved fault recovery for a consistent mobility experience in the most demanding environments. Optimized for next-generation wireless networking, the 5508 offers improved mobility and prepares the business for the next wave of mobile devices and applications. The 5508 supports a higher density of clients and delivers more efficient roaming, with at least nine times the throughput of existing 802.11a/g networks.