Cisco WLC with Non Cisco Env

[hs08]

Can Cisco WLC work if all switch (core, distribution and layer) not using cisco devices?

[Kasun Bandara]

yes. cisco WLC supports with Cisco APs. underlayer network device brand is not an issue.

[hs08]

Hi..

i mean AP still using Cisco but switch which connected to AP and core switch which connected to the WLC is non cisco devices. Still the WLC and AP can work normally?

[Georg Pauwen]

Hello,

which AP/WLC and non-Cisco switch models are in your network ?

[hs08]

example WLC 5508 and CAP3802, and for switch we use from HP.

[marce1000 · Accepted solution]

 - It will work , the foreign  switch is not an issue , for controller and access point compatibility info's check : https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/compatibility/matrix/compatibility-matrix.html , also look into https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/wireless/wireless-lan-controller-software/200046-tac-recommended-aireos.html

 M.