QFX5100 Switches

The Juniper QFX5100 line of Ethernet switches offers a range of high-speed, low-latency, and highly adaptable devices specifically designed to excel in the dynamic environment of the modern data center. They are built for flexibility, offering multiple models with different hardware configurations to address diverse network needs.

Key Hardware Specifications:

1. Port Configurations: The QFX5100 line is available in several models offering different port configurations. Depending on the model, you'll find variations such as 32x40GbE, 64x40GbE, 48x10GbE + 6x40GbE, 96x10GbE + 8x40GbE, etc. This allows for versatile deployment depending on your network architecture and bandwidth requirements.

2. High-speed Performance: These switches are designed for high-speed data transfer with up to 2.56 Tbps of Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance. This ensures a high-speed, low-latency experience for data-intensive applications.

3. Switching Capacity: QFX5100 switches have a high switching capacity, supporting up to 960 Gbps (full duplex) depending on the model.

4. CPU: The QFX5100 line features a powerful Intel Sandy Bridge 4-core processor with a clock speed of 1.5GHz, which ensures smooth and efficient control plane operations.

5. Memory: Depending on the specific model, the QFX5100 series switches come equipped with 8GB or 16GB of DRAM and 32GB SSD for storage, offering enough capacity to handle complex operations and maintain performance under load.

6. Power Supply: The switches come with dual power supplies for redundancy, ensuring reliable operation and minimizing downtime.

7. Physical Dimensions: Despite their powerful capabilities, the QFX5100 series is designed for standard 19-inch racks. The 1U and 2U form factors are suitable for high-density deployments in data centers with space constraints.

8. Cooling: The devices are equipped with front-to-back and back-to-front cooling options, ensuring optimal performance by preventing overheating, even when the switches are under heavy load.

The Juniper QFX5100 line of Ethernet switches, with their versatile port configurations, high-speed performance, and thoughtful design, are a robust solution to meet the demands of any data center – from small businesses to large enterprises.