Juniper Networks QFX5100-24Q-AFI

The Juniper QFX5100-24Q-AFI is a 1U switch offering 24 x 40G QSFP+ ports with breakout support, a switching capacity of 2.56 Tbps, and a forwarding rate of 1.44 Bpps. Its 288,000-entry MAC table, 208,000 IPv4 hosts, 128,000 IPv4 multicast routes, and 64 ECMP routes provide a rich routing feature set. Powered by JUNOS, it ships with 8 GB of RAM, a 32 GB SSD, and supports HTTP/HTTPS, SSH-2, and SNMPv3.

The QFX5100-24Q-AFI stands out for its high 40G port density in a 1U form factor, making it a particularly compact aggregation or spine switch for high-density 40G datacenters. Its AFI (airflow in) cooling direction suits hot-aisle/cold-aisle data center room designs. It is a cost-effective choice for network teams looking for a core switching platform. Genuine hardware, manufacturer warranty.