Rackmount.IT RM-CI-T16: 19-inch rack kit for Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless Controller
1U · 19-inchCisco Metallic BlueFront-facing portsPower supply fixed in rack
The Rackmount.IT RM-CI-T16 is a custom 19-inch rack mount kit for Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless LAN Controller (C9800-L) that places the wireless controller in 1U of rack space with its connections brought to the front, for IT teams and installers who want a desktop wireless controller to sit properly in a network cabinet.
Desktop wireless controllers are built to stand on a shelf, with ports at the back and a loose external power adapter. In a cabinet that usually means a device lying on a shelf and cables you cannot reach. This kit replaces that: the wireless controller slides into a tray made for its exact shape, retainers hold it in place, the included cables link its ports to keystones on the front plate, and the power supply is fixed to the rack. Rackmount.IT quotes an assembly time of under three minutes.
Before you order: This kit fits only the models Rackmount.IT lists: Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless LAN Controller (C9800-L). It is not a universal shelf, so check the exact model name on the label of your device. This kit is for the Catalyst 9800-L controller only — it is not a firewall mount and does not fit the 9800-40 or 9800-80 appliances.
What's in the Box
- 1 x Rackmount.IT RM-CI-T16 rack kit, 1U, Cisco Metallic Blue
- Retainers that hold the wireless controller in the tray
- Keystones on the front plate plus the cables that connect them to the device ports
- Fixing for the external power supply inside the rack
- Not included: the wireless controller itself, its power adapter and rack screws or cage nuts (use the set that came with your cabinet)
What It Means in Practice
- Patch cables plug into the front keystones, so you never reach behind the wireless controller to add or move a connection.
- The power adapter is fixed in the rack, so a pulled cable or a cleaning session cannot switch the wireless controller off by accident.
- It uses 1U (43.5 mm high) at standard 19-inch width and is only 216 mm deep, so it suits shallow wall cabinets as well as full-depth racks.
- Replacing the wireless controller later is quick: release the retainers, unplug the short cables and slide it out.
What Will Not Work
- Models that are not on the list, even from the same product family: the tray is shaped for specific housings. The Catalyst 9800-40 and 9800-80 are full rack appliances and do not need or fit this kit.
- Mixed or unlisted desktop equipment: for that use a standard fixed or cantilever 19-inch shelf.
- It adds no ports, PoE, cooling or power; the wireless controller's own connections are only extended to the front.
Key Features
Custom-fit tray
Shaped for the listed wireless controller housings, so the device sits firmly without shelves, straps or cable ties.
Front-facing connections
The included cables run from the device ports to keystones on the front plate, so all patching is done from the front of the rack.
Power supply fixed in the rack
The external adapter is secured inside the kit, which prevents accidental power loss when cables are moved.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
RM-CI-T16 |
| EAN / GTIN |
8718868918567 |
| Brand |
Rackmount.IT |
| Product type |
19-inch rack mount kit |
| Physical |
| Rack height |
1U |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
43.5 x 483 x 216 mm |
| Width |
19-inch (483 mm) |
| Colour |
Cisco Metallic Blue |
| Weight |
1.2 kg |
| Compatibility |
| Compatible models |
Cisco Catalyst 9800-L Wireless LAN Controller (C9800-L) |
| Wireless / antennas |
Not applicable |
| Installation |
| Mounting |
Standard 19-inch rack or cabinet |
| Assembly time |
Under 3 minutes (manufacturer figure) |
| Connections |
Front keystones with included cables |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
Rackmount.IT does not publish a warranty term on its product page — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the kit include the wireless controller?
No. The kit is only the rack mount; the wireless controller and its power adapter are ordered separately and fitted into the tray.
Do I need a deep rack?
No. The kit is 216 mm deep, so it fits most wall-mount cabinets as well as standard server racks. You only need 1U of free space at the front rails.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
The Catalyst 9800-L is a desktop-size controller that often ends up running entire campus Wi-Fi networks, yet it has no native 19-inch form. The RM-CI-T16 gives it a proper 1U slot with its ports at the front, which matters for a device you really do not want unplugged by accident. Browse more mounting parts in our
rack accessories range.
✓ Buy it if you run a Cisco Catalyst 9800-L controller and need it mounted in a 19-inch rack.
✕ Skip it if you have a 9800-40 or 9800-80 — those are rack-mount appliances already.
→ Also consider our Cisco access points and switches if you are extending the same wireless network.
Not sure which kit matches your device? Send us the exact model from its label and we will confirm the right Rackmount.IT kit before you order.