Name: EX4500-40F-VC1-DC Juniper 40-Port 10GbE SFP+ Switch Chassis Virtual Chassis
Brand: Juniper
SKU: EX4500-40F-VC1-DC
Price: 2700.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The EX4500-40F-VC1-DC switch chassis provides high-density 10GbE connectivity with a focus on scalability through Virtual Chassis technology. It fits well within data center and enterprise network environments that require both performance and simplified management. Its design balances redundancy and flexibility, making it a practical choice for complex network architectures.

General Information
Brand	Juniper
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	40 x 10G SFP+
Number of Ports	40-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Console (RJ-45),USB Console,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS (J-Web),SNMP,Out-of-band Management
Security Features	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,ACLs,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,Storm Control
Management Type	CLI (Junos),Web (J-Web),SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,SNMP,HTTP,HTTPS

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power	-48V DC
Power Supply	-48V DC power supply (1)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The EX4500-40F-VC1-DC is a 40-port 10GbE SFP+ switch chassis commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise networks. It is built for environments where scalable, high-speed connectivity and efficient network management are critical. The switch is often found in server aggregation layers or top-of-rack deployments where performance and reliability matter. Networking professionals and IT teams benefit from this chassis due to its flexible Virtual Chassis capabilities, which allow multiple switches to be managed as a single device, reducing operational complexity. Its design supports a broad range of networking demands, including virtualization and cloud infrastructure setups. Key Features Delivers up to 40 SFP+ 10GbE ports for dense, high-bandwidth connections Enables Virtual Chassis technology to simplify management and scaling Features redundant, hot-swappable DC power supplies to ensure continuous operation Offers low latency switching suitable for demanding network applications Includes advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features for versatile network integration This switch chassis plays a key role in building resilient and scalable network infrastructures. Its reliable hardware and robust performance support consistent throughput and minimal downtime. By consolidating multiple units into a single virtual system, it streamlines network administration and enhances overall operational efficiency.

Use Cases
The EX4500-40F-VC1-DC is typically used in data centers and enterprise IT settings where high-speed aggregation and scalable network design are priorities. Network architects and administrators look to this switch to support virtualized environments and cloud infrastructure by providing reliable 10GbE connectivity and easy manageability. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in large virtualization environments Top-of-rack deployment in data centers for high-density 10GbE ports Stacking multiple switches via Virtual Chassis in enterprise networks Providing low-latency links for storage clusters and application servers Supporting edge computing setups that require flexible and scalable switching Its role in these environments enhances operational efficiency by reducing the number of devices requiring management and increasing network resilience. The switch's performance and features align well with the demands of modern IT infrastructures.