QFX5100 Line of Ethernet Switches

The QFX5100 line of top-of-rack 10/40GbE switches delivers low latency, deployment versatility, and rich automation, making it ideal for modern data center environments. These switches provide universal building blocks for industry-standard architectures, including spine-and-leaf IP and EVPN fabrics.

With the Juniper Apstra System, you can automate the entire network lifecycle, simplifying design, deployment, and operations with closed-loop assurance.

Key Features

Use Case: Data Center Fabric Leaf

Port Density:

• QFX5100-48S: 48 x 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ and 6 x 40GbE QSFP+

• QFX5100-48T: 48 x 100Mbps/1/10GbE RJ-45 and 6 x 40GbE QSFP+

• QFX5100-24Q: 24/32 x 40GbE QSFP+

• QFX5100-96S: 96 x 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ and 8 x 40GbE QSFP+

Throughput: Up to 1.44/2.56 Tbps

Benefits

High Throughput:

• Up to 2.56 Tbps wire-speed switching with low latency and jitter, supporting full Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance.

Advanced Networking Capabilities:

• Supports BGP, EVPN-VXLAN, MPLS, and FCoE for comprehensive data center functionality.

Flexible Deployment Options:

• EVPN-VXLAN Layer 2 gateway support allows seamless integration of virtualized and bare-metal servers.

Fabric Management:

• Juniper Apstra provides Day 0 through Day 2 automation for IP/EVPN fabrics with closed-loop assurance.

Network Automation:

• Compatible with Python, Puppet, Ansible, and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) to simplify complex deployments.

Product Overview

The Juniper QFX5100 family delivers low latency, flexible deployment, and rich L2/L3 features, making it one of the most versatile data center switches available. With Topology-Independent In-Service Software Upgrades (TISSU) and L2 gateway support, it bridges virtualized and bare-metal environments efficiently.

The QFX5100 supports mixed 1GbE, 10GbE, and 40GbE deployments, including Juniper Virtual Chassis architectures, spine-and-leaf designs, and Layer 3 fabrics, providing a foundation for high-performance, scalable, and adaptable data centers.

Product Description

The Juniper Networks® QFX5100 is a high-performance, flexible Ethernet switch designed for dynamic, modern data centers. It supports cloud, SDN, and application-driven deployments, enabling rapid adaptation to evolving IT requirements.

Offering 10GbE (fiber and copper) and 40GbE fixed configurations, the QFX5100 runs the same reliable Junos® operating system used across Juniper’s EX Series switches, routers, and SRX Series gateways, ensuring consistent performance and management.

Insight Technology provides real-time visibility into network performance, including microburst monitoring and hotspot statistics. Additionally, QFX5100 integrates with Juniper Virtual Chassis, enabling simplified management and scaling across multiple switches.