Part Number: QFX5100-96S-AFI-T
Manufacturer: Juniper Networks
Overview:
The Juniper QFX5100-96S-AFI-T is a high-performance, high-density Ethernet switch designed for data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud environments. Offering 96 ports of 10GbE or 40GbE connectivity, the QFX5100 series is built to handle the growing demands of modern applications with speed, scalability, and reliability. Equipped with advanced features such as VXLAN support, enhanced automation, and flexible fabric architecture, the QFX5100-96S-AFI-T is engineered to support the next generation of data center and SDN (Software-Defined Networking) requirements.
Key Features:
96 x 10GbE or 40GbE Ports: Provides up to 96 10GbE SFP+ ports or 24 40GbE QSFP+ ports, offering ultra-high-density connectivity for demanding environments.
High Performance: Delivers 3.6 Tbps switching capacity with low latency, making it ideal for bandwidth-heavy applications like cloud computing, virtualization, and high-performance computing (HPC).
Scalable and Flexible: Supports flexible configurations, allowing businesses to scale their network as needed. Perfect for spine-leaf architectures and leaf switch deployments.
Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features: Full support for Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, and MPLS, as well as VXLAN for network virtualization.
Virtual Chassis Technology: Supports Juniper’s Virtual Chassis technology, enabling the creation of a single logical device from multiple physical switches for simplified management and easier scaling.
Enhanced Automation: Integrates with Juniper’s Contrail and third-party automation and orchestration tools for improved network management and efficiency.
Redundancy and Reliability: Dual redundant power supplies and cooling fans ensure high availability and minimal downtime in mission-critical environments.
Low Latency: Optimized for low-latency, high-throughput applications that demand real-time performance, such as financial trading platforms or high-volume data analysis.
Energy Efficient: Designed with energy efficiency in mind to reduce operational costs, without sacrificing performance or functionality.
Applications:
Data Centers: Ideal for large-scale, high-density data center environments, providing the capacity to support high-speed interconnects and large volumes of traffic.
Enterprise Networks: Suitable for large enterprise networks requiring high-performance switching with seamless integration into modern network architectures.
Cloud Service Providers: Perfect for cloud-based environments, offering the scalability and flexibility needed to support elastic workloads and growing customer demands.
Virtualization: Supports virtualized network environments with VXLAN support, enabling seamless integration into software-defined data centers (SDDC) and hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI).
High-Performance Computing (HPC): Well-suited for high-performance computing environments that require minimal latency and massive throughput.
Network Virtualization and SDN: Supports the requirements of SDN environments with integration to third-party SDN controllers, allowing for programmable and automated network operation.
Specifications:
Ports:
96 x 10GbE SFP+ ports or
24 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports
Switching Capacity:
3.6 Tbps
2.68 Bpps (billion packets per second)
Form Factor:
1U Rack-Mountable
Power Supplies:
Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies
Supports AC or DC power input
Cooling:
Front-to-back airflow
Dual redundant, hot-swappable fans
Operating Temperature Range:
0°C to 40°C (Operating)
Dimensions:
17.5" x 1.75" x 23.3" (445mm x 44mm x 592mm)
Weight:
16.5 kg (36.4 lbs)
Latency:
Less than 1 microsecond (depending on configuration)
Operating System:
Junos OS
Supports automation, telemetry, and advanced network analytics
Network Virtualization:
VXLAN, MPLS, and other Layer 3 features
Compliance:
IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3, and various industry standards for reliability and performance
Why Choose the Juniper QFX5100-96S-AFI-T:
Unmatched Density and Performance: With up to 96 10GbE ports or 24 40GbE ports, the QFX5100-96S-AFI-T delivers high-performance connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications while maintaining low latency.
Highly Scalable and Flexible: Designed for scalable network deployments, it supports both traditional and modern network architectures, including spine-leaf and SDN environments.
Advanced Network Features: Supports advanced features like VXLAN, MPLS, and Layer 3 routing to meet the demands of virtualized, cloud, and software-defined environments.
Virtual Chassis Technology: Enables you to consolidate multiple switches into a single logical unit for simplified management and reduced operational complexity.
Reliability and Redundancy: With redundant power supplies, cooling fans, and built-in high availability features, the QFX5100-96S-AFI-T ensures continuous operation in mission-critical environments.
Energy Efficient: Optimized for power efficiency, reducing operational costs and contributing to a greener network infrastructure.
Seamless Integration: Integrates effortlessly into existing Juniper Networks environments and is compatible with a wide range of third-party SDN and automation tools, providing greater flexibility in network management.
Future-Proof Design: Designed to meet the evolving needs of modern data centers and cloud environments, ensuring your network can scale with future demands.
The Juniper QFX5100-96S-AFI-T is the perfect solution for businesses and data centers requiring high-density, high-performance Ethernet switching. With its advanced features, scalability, and reliability, it is an ideal choice for both traditional and modern network architectures, including cloud, SDN, and virtualization environments.