Juniper Networks ES2-10GACS3-MOD-B 10Gb Line Module for E320 - 10G SFP+ Connectivity

Overview

The Juniper Networks ES2-10GACS3-MOD-B, marketed as the 10Gb Line Module E320, is a high-performance optical transceiver designed for carrier-grade Ethernet switches and routers. Engineered to deliver reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over both multimode fiber (MMF) and single mode fiber (SMF), this module enables data centers, campus networks and service provider backbones to scale bandwidth while maintaining low latency and power efficiency.

Key Features

• Supports 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR and 10GBASE-ER standards for flexible deployment options
• Compact hot-pluggable form factor reduces rack space requirements
• Low power consumption of less than 2.5 watts per port helps lower operational costs
• Built-in error correction and forward error correction (FEC) ensures data integrity over long distances
• Compatible with Juniper EX, QFX and MX series platforms for seamless integration

Technical Specifications

• Connector type: LC duplex
• Transmission distance: up to 300 meters on MMF (OM3) and up to 40 km on SMF (OS2)
• Wavelength: 850 nm for SR, 1310 nm for LR, 1550 nm for ER
• Operating temperature range: 0 deg C to 70 deg C
• Power supply: 3.3 V DC from the host chassis
• Compliance: RoHS and FCC Part 15 Class A

Typical Applications

• Data center interconnects requiring high throughput and low latency
• Campus core and distribution layers where fiber uplinks consolidate traffic
• Service provider metro aggregation networks that need scalable 10GbE links
• High performance computing clusters that demand reliable, high-speed connections
• Enterprise virtualization environments with dense server farms

This 10Gb Line Module E320 provides a future-proof solution for organizations looking to expand their network capacity while maintaining operational efficiency and reliability.