Juniper Networks PD-4XGE-XFP-D 4-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet PIC for T Series Core

Overview
The Juniper Networks PD-4XGE-XFP-D is a high performance 4-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PIC (Physical Interface Card) designed for the T Series Core platform. This compact, hot-swappable module delivers reliable, low-latency connectivity for data centre, campus and carrier environments, enabling seamless scaling of bandwidth without sacrificing power efficiency.

Key Features

• Four independent 10 GbE ports with XFP transceiver support for flexible fiber options
• Hot-plug capability for zero-downtime upgrades and maintenance
• Low power consumption and optimized thermal design for dense deployments
• Full compliance with IEEE 802.3ae standards for interoperability
• Built-in error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
• Seamless integration with Juniper T Series Core routing software

Technical Specifications

• Port type: 10GBASE-X XFP
• Number of ports: 4
• Data rate: 10 Gbps per port (full duplex)
• Connector: LC duplex
• Supported media: Single-mode and multimode fiber
• Power draw: approx 12 W per module
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees C (32 to 104 degrees F)
• Dimensions: 1.75 in (H) x 4.5 in (W) x 0.5 in (D)
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3ae, RoHS

Applications

• Data centre aggregation and spine-leaf architectures
• High-speed campus backbone connections
• Carrier Ethernet transport and metro networks
• Virtualization host uplinks and storage area network (SAN) interconnects
• Enterprise and service provider edge routing where low latency is critical

This PIC provides the scalability and reliability required for modern high-bandwidth networks, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to future-proof their infrastructure while maintaining operational efficiency.