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- In Stock: 13
- Manufacturer: Juniper Networks
- Model or Part: QFX3600-16Q-AFI
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 22.00lb
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Overview
The Juniper Networks QFX3600-16Q-AFI Fabric Extender delivers high-density, low-latency connectivity for modern data center leaf and spine architectures. Designed to work seamlessly with QFX Series switches, this fabric extender provides a simplified, scalable solution for expanding port density while maintaining the full feature set of a physical switch. It is ideal for high-performance computing, cloud services, and enterprise data centers that demand consistent performance and easy management.
Key Features
- 16 QSFP28 ports supporting 40G and 100G Ethernet
- Transparent integration with QFX Series chassis for unified management
- Zero-touch provisioning with Junos OS automation
- Hardware based forwarding for line-rate performance
- Advanced telemetry and monitoring via Junos Telemetry Interface
- Support for Virtual Chassis Fabric (VCF) and EVPN
- Redundant power and fan modules for high availability
Technical Specifications
- Model number: QFX3600-16Q-AFI
- Form factor: Compact 1U rack mount
- Ports: 16 x QSFP28 (40G/100G)
- Switching capacity: 3.2 Tbps
- Forwarding rate: 2.4 Bpps
- Latency: sub 400 nanoseconds per hop
- Power consumption: 150 watts typical
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 1.75 in height x 17.5 in width x 12.5 in depth
- Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class B
Applications
The QFX3600 Fabric Extender is suited for a wide range of demanding environments, including:
- High-performance compute clusters that require dense, low-latency interconnects
- Cloud service providers scaling out leaf switches without adding management overhead
- Enterprise data centers consolidating server farms and storage arrays
- Telecommunications networks deploying edge compute and 5G fronthaul
- Research institutions needing reliable, high-throughput data pipelines
By extending the capabilities of your existing QFX spine, the QFX3600-16Q-AFI delivers a cost-effective path to greater port density, simplified operations, and consistent performance across the entire fabric.