Juniper QFX5100-24Q-3AFO | 24-Port QSFP+ 40G Switch

• Product Type :Layer 3 Switch
• Manufacturer Part Number :QFX5100-24Q-3AFO
• Power Source :Power Supply
• Limited Warranty :1 Year
• Layer Supported :3
• Weight (Approximate) :21.60 lb
• Form Factor :Rack-mountable
• Manufacturer :Juniper Networks, Inc
• Product Model :QFX5100-24Q-3AFO
• Product Series :QFX5100
• Brand Name :Juniper
• Expansion Slot Type :QSFP+
• Height :1.7″
• Width :20.5″
• Depth :17.4″
• Manageable :Yes
• Environmentally Friendly :Yes
• Environmental Certification :China RoHS
• Compatible Rack Unit :1U
• Ethernet Technology :40 Gigabit Ethernet
• Number of Total Expansion Slots :26
• Modular :No
• Port/Expansion Slot Details :24 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
• Redundant Power Supply Supported :Yes

• Resources

  • Juniper QFX5100 Datasheet

• 24 QSFP+ ports supporting 40GbE or 4x10GbE breakout for versatile connectivity.
• Delivers up to 2.56 Tbps throughput and 1.44 Bpps packet forwarding capacity.
• Optimized for low-latency switching in performance-critical environments.
• Rear-to-front airflow (AFO) for effective cooling in data center deployments.

• 1-Year BrightStar warranty for end user customers
• 90-Day BrightStar Warranty for resellers

• Free FedEx Ground shipping within the United States
• FedEx Overnight shipping available as well
• FedEx International Shipping available for customers outside of the United States

Q: What does the AFO in the model name indicate?
A: The “AFO” refers to the rear-to-front airflow design, which is ideal for cooling in dense, hot-aisle configurations.

Q: What are the uplink options on this switch?
A: The QFX5100-24Q-3AFO supports 24 QSFP+ ports, which can be configured as 40GbE uplinks or 4x10GbE breakout connections.

Q: Does this switch support network virtualization?
A: Yes, it supports EVPN-VXLAN, making it suitable for overlay networks and virtualized data center environments.

Q: How does this switch ensure reliability?
A: It includes redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency.

Q: Is this switch suitable for automation?
A: Absolutely. It integrates seamlessly with automation tools and orchestration frameworks for streamlined network management.