Juniper Networks QFX3500-MB-SFP-AFI Management Board with SFP for Qfx3500-48s4q Spare

Overview
The Juniper Networks QFX3500-MB-SFP-AFI is a dedicated management board designed as a spare component for the QFX3500-48s4q chassis. It provides reliable out-of-band management and includes an SFP port for flexible connectivity to your network management infrastructure. This board ensures continuous access to the switch even when the primary management interface is unavailable, helping to maintain operational stability and simplify troubleshooting.

Key Features

• Integrated SFP slot supports a wide range of optical modules for diverse link requirements
• Hot-swap capable for minimal disruption during replacement
• Compatible with QFX3500-48s4q and other QFX3500 series platforms
• Provides dedicated out-of-band management traffic separation
• Built to Juniper quality standards for long-term reliability

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: Management board (MB) form factor for QFX3500 series
• Interface: 1 x SFP (compatible with 1000BASE-S, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-SX, etc.)
• Power: Draws power from the chassis backplane, no external power required
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 deg C (32 to 104 deg F)
• Storage temperature: -40 to 70 deg C (-40 to 158 deg F)
• Dimensions: Matches QFX3500 chassis slot dimensions
• Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class B

Applications
The QFX3500-MB-SFP-AFI is ideal for data center and campus network deployments where high availability of switch management is critical. Use it as a spare part to quickly replace a failed management board without taking the chassis offline. It also serves as a dedicated management link for out-of-band monitoring tools, network automation platforms, and remote troubleshooting sessions. This board is particularly useful in environments that require strict separation of management traffic from data plane traffic, such as financial services, healthcare, and large enterprise networks.