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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Juniper Networks
- Model or Part: PB-AS2-B
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 22.00lb
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Overview
The Juniper Networks PB-AS2-B Adaptive Services II PIC Crypto Accelerator is a high-performance hardware module designed to offload cryptographic processing from the main routing engine. Engineered for the MX Series routers, this accelerator delivers fast, secure encryption and decryption for IPsec, MACsec, and other security protocols, helping network operators maintain high throughput while meeting stringent security requirements.
Key Features
- Dedicated cryptographic processing for IPsec, MACsec, and SSL/TLS
- Supports AES, 3DES, SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-384 algorithms
- Low latency acceleration with up to 30 Gbps of encrypted traffic per module
- Plug-in form factor compatible with MX Series chassis slots
- Power efficient design with typical consumption under 30 watts
- Hot-swap capability for maintenance without service interruption
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: PB-AS2-B
- Form factor: Adaptive Services II PIC (Physical Interface Card)
- Interface: MX Series slot, 1000BASE-X compatible
- Supported cryptographic algorithms: AES-128, AES-192, AES-256, 3DES, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384
- Maximum throughput: 30 Gbps per module
- Latency: less than 1 microsecond per packet
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Power consumption: typical 30 watts, max 35 watts
- Dimensions: 1U height, 44 mm depth
Applications
The PB-AS2-B is ideal for service providers, large enterprises, and data center operators that require robust security without compromising performance. Typical use cases include:
- IPsec VPN termination for branch office connectivity
- MACsec encryption for data center interconnects
- Secure traffic acceleration for cloud service platforms
- High-speed encryption for financial transaction processing
- Regulatory compliance for government and healthcare networks
By integrating the Juniper Adaptive Services II Crypto Accelerator, customers gain faster encrypted traffic handling, reduced CPU load on routing platforms, and a scalable path to meet future security demands.