Name: EX4650-48Y-AFO Juniper 48x SFP28 25GBase-X 8x QSFP28 Layer 2/3 Switch
Brand: Juniper Networks
SKU: EX4650-48Y-AFO
Price: 19519.78 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The EX4650-48Y-AFO integrates 48 SFP28 ports with 8 QSFP28 uplinks, creating a versatile platform for environments needing both 25GbE access and 100GbE aggregation. It blends Layer 2/3 functionality with a compact form factor suited for dense rack deployments, offering dependable switching performance and broad protocol support in enterprise and data center networks.

General Information
Brand	Juniper Networks
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	Yes
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	25Gbps,40Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports	8 x QSFP28 (supports 40G/100G)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	3.6 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	2.68 Bpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP28,QSFP28,RJ-45 (Mgmt/Console),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	RJ-45 (Mgmt),USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45),SSH,Web UI,SNMP,NETCONF
Security Features	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,ACLs,SSH,Storm Control,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,SNMPv1/v2/v3,NETCONF,REST API

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, CSA
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3X,IEEE 802.1D

Product Description
The EX4650-48Y-AFO is a high-performance network switch built for environments requiring dense 25GbE connectivity alongside robust 100GbE uplinks. This switch is commonly found in modern data centers and enterprise aggregation layers where high throughput and low latency are critical. Network administrators and IT professionals benefit from its flexible port configurations and efficient forwarding capabilities. Key Features Supports 48 SFP28 ports for 25GBase-X fiber connections Equipped with 8 QSFP28 ports capable of 100Gbps speeds Offers comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol support Provides high bandwidth with low latency switching fabric Designed to integrate smoothly into existing Juniper network architectures This switch delivers reliable performance for managing demanding network traffic patterns. Its design ensures stable operation under heavy load, making it a solid choice for maintaining consistent network performance. The EX4650-48Y-AFO also facilitates scalability and integration in evolving network infrastructures without compromising on responsiveness or manageability.

Use Cases
The EX4650-48Y-AFO is typically deployed in data center aggregation layers and enterprise core networks, supporting high-speed connectivity for compute clusters and storage systems. It suits infrastructure requiring a balance of 25G access ports and 100G uplinks in space-constrained rack environments. How It's Used: Data center aggregation connecting server racks with 25GbE links Enterprise core switching supporting large-scale virtualization platforms High-speed uplink consolidation for storage and backup clusters Edge computing nodes requiring low-latency network access Campus networks integrating with existing Juniper infrastructure In these settings, the switch supports operational efficiency by managing heavy data flows reliably while offering scalability options for network growth. Its performance characteristics align well with evolving network demands and virtualization requirements.