Name: QFX5100-24Q-3AFO-T Juniper 24 QSFP+ 40GBase-X 2 Expansion Slot Switch
Brand: Juniper Networks
SKU: QFX5100-24Q-3AFO-T
Price: 1009.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The QFX5100-24Q-3AFO-T switch provides 24 high-speed QSFP+ ports for 40GBase-X connectivity along with two expansion slots that allow for additional network modules. It fits well in data center environments where fast, low-latency switching is essential. Its design supports demanding networking tasks through flexible port configurations and advanced traffic handling.

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	QSFP+
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, RJ-45, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	40Gbps
UpLink Ports	2
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.92 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+,RJ-45,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	RJ-45 management,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Out-of-Band Management
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,SSH,IPsec,MAC limiting,DoS protection
Management Type	CLI (Junos OS),SNMP,NETCONF,REST API
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP,NETCONF,REST
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,OSPFv3,BGP,IS-IS,VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable variable-speed fans
Power Supply	AC (single or optional redundant AC PSU)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.3ba

Product Description
The QFX5100-24Q-3AFO-T is a network switch designed to deliver high-speed 40Gbps connections through its 24 QSFP+ ports. Often found in data center and enterprise networks, it provides scalable and reliable switching capabilities for modern infrastructures. Built for network engineers and IT professionals managing large-scale environments, the switch supports demanding workloads requiring fast and stable connectivity. Its two expansion slots add versatility, allowing for customization according to specific network needs. Key Features Supports 24 QSFP+ 40GBase-X ports for high-capacity data transfer Two expansion slots facilitate additional modules or uplinks Delivers low latency performance suited for real-time applications Designed for robust traffic management in dense network setups Offers advanced switching features to optimize network efficiency This switch plays a critical role in enabling high-throughput data exchange while maintaining stable network operations. Its reliable design and flexible configuration options make it a dependable component for complex network architectures. Performance consistency and scalability are key characteristics, ensuring the device can handle evolving network demands without compromising on speed or reliability.

Use Cases
This switch is commonly deployed in data centers, enterprise core networks, and service provider environments where high-bandwidth and low-latency switching are critical. Network administrators and IT teams working with virtualization or cloud platforms often benefit from its capabilities. How It's Used: Supporting spine and leaf architectures in data center fabrics Providing 40Gbps uplinks for aggregation and core switches Handling high-throughput workloads in enterprise campus networks Integrating with storage clusters requiring fast data exchange Enabling edge computing setups with flexible expansion options Its role in these settings is to enhance operational efficiency by offering consistent performance and adaptability for network growth. The switch helps maintain stable connectivity for critical applications and evolving infrastructure needs.