Description
The Juniper QFX3500-48S4Q-AFOS-A is a high-performance, data center-class switch designed to deliver low-latency, high-density 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity. Housed in a compact 1U form factor, it features 48 small form-factor pluggable plus (SFP+) ports and 4 quad small form-factor pluggable plus (QSFP+) ports, making it ideal for top-of-rack deployments in high-throughput environments. The airflow direction on this model is front-to-back (AFOS), suitable for hot-aisle/cold-aisle data center cooling configurations. Its robust build and modular design support scalability and reliability in demanding network infrastructures.
Powered by the Junos operating system, the QFX3500 supports rich Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including Virtual Chassis technology, which allows multiple switches to operate as a single logical device. It is equipped with redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, ensuring minimal downtime and ease of maintenance. This unit typically includes an integrated control plane and a high-speed packet forwarding engine, providing consistent performance under heavy traffic loads. Ideal for buyers seeking a cost-effective, used solution, the QFX3500-48S4Q-AFOS-A delivers enterprise-grade switching capabilities at a fraction of the cost of new hardware.

