Description
The Juniper QFX3500-48S4Q-AFOS is a high-performance, data center-grade switch designed to deliver low-latency, high-throughput networking for demanding environments. Housed in a compact 1U form factor, it features 48 small form-factor pluggable plus (SFP+) 10GbE ports and 4 quad small form-factor pluggable plus (QSFP+) 40GbE uplink ports, offering flexible connectivity options for aggregation and core layers. The switch supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding, making it suitable for a range of deployment scenarios, including top-of-rack and end-of-row architectures. Its airflow is front-to-back (AFOS), ideal for hot-aisle/cold-aisle data center designs.
Built on Juniper’s Junos operating system, the QFX3500 provides robust reliability, automation capabilities, and a consistent management interface across platforms. It is powered by a high-performance control plane with an Intel processor and supports advanced features such as Data Center Bridging (DCB), Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and Virtual Chassis technology. The switch includes redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans to ensure operational continuity and ease of maintenance. When purchasing used, the QFX3500-48S4Q-AFOS offers a cost-effective solution for enterprises and service providers looking to scale their network infrastructure without compromising on performance or reliability.