Juniper Networks EX4000-24T 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4x 10G SFP+ Uplinks

The Juniper Networks EX4000-24T is a high-performance, 24-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise access and edge deployments. With 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports and 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports, it delivers robust connectivity and a switching capacity of 128 Gbps. This 1U rack-mountable switch supports Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 features, including static routing and RIP, making it ideal for scalable networks.

Advantages

• High-density 24-port Gigabit Ethernet with 10G uplinks for future-proof connectivity.
• Virtual Chassis technology allows stacking up to 10 switches, simplifying management and scaling.
• Advanced security features like 802.1X, DHCP snooping, and IP Source Guard protect the network.
• Field-replaceable fan tray ensures easy maintenance and high reliability.
• Energy-efficient design with maximum power consumption of only 100 W.

Suitable for

• Enterprise access layer deployments requiring high-performance Gigabit Ethernet.
• Edge networks needing reliable Layer 2 switching with basic Layer 3 capabilities.
• Organizations looking to build a Virtual Chassis for simplified management.
• Environments where security features like 802.1X and DHCP snooping are critical.

Key specifications

• Port Configuration: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP/SFP+
• Switching Capacity: 128 Gbps (full duplex)
• Forwarding Rate: 95 Mpps
• Layer Support: Layer 2, Basic Layer 3 (Static, RIP)
• Virtual Chassis Support: Yes (up to 10 switches)
• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• Power Supply: Internal AC
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9216 bytes
• VLAN Support: Up to 4096 VLANs
• MAC Address Table Size: 24,000 entries
• Quality of Service (QoS): 8 hardware queues per port
• Security Features: 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard
• Management Interfaces: CLI, J-Web (GUI), SNMP
• Fans: Field-replaceable fan tray
• Maximum Power Consumption: 100 W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair the EX4000-24T with Juniper Networks SFP+ transceivers and use J-Web or CLI for easy configuration. Ideal for businesses seeking a cost-effective, scalable switching solution.