Description
Deployment and Management of 32 Port Switch
The EX4550-32F-AFO is a Juniper Networks switch that is designed for deployment in data center and enterprise environments. It is a high-performance, high-density switch that supports converged networking, allowing you to use the same network for both data and storage protocols.
Deployment of the EX4550-32F-AFO typically involves physically installing the switch into a rack, connecting it to power, and connecting it to other network devices using SFP transceivers. Once the switch is physically installed, it can be configured and managed using Juniper’s Junos operating system, which is a CLI (command-line interface) or WebUI(Web User Interface) based.
The Junos operating system offers a wide range of features for managing the switch, including:
- Configuring port properties and VLANs
- Setting up link aggregation and redundancy
- Configuring routing protocols (such as OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS)
- Managing Quality of Service (QoS)
- Setting up security features such as access control lists (ACLs)
- Monitoring and troubleshooting the network
Additionally, Juniper also provides a variety of management tools such as Junos Space, Junos Space Network Director, and Juniper Networks Network Management System (NMS), which can be used to manage multiple switches and other Juniper devices in a network.
It’s important to note that in order to use the switch, you will need to have experience with networking concepts and be familiar with CLI commands and Junos operating system.
Availability and Pricing Information
The EX4550-32F-AFO is a Juniper Networks switch that has 32 ports for SFP connectivity. The “AFO” in the model number indicates that it is an “Advanced Feature Option” model, which includes additional features and functionality compared to the base EX4550 model. This switch is designed for use in data center and enterprise environments, and can be used for converged networking (supporting both data and storage protocols on the same network).
As for the availability and pricing information, it will vary depending on the location, vendor and time. It’s best to check with authorized Juniper resellers for current availability and pricing.
Features and Benefits
The EX4550-32F-AFO is a Juniper Networks switch that is designed for deployment in data center and enterprise environments. It is a high-performance, high-density switch that supports converged networking, allowing you to use the same network for both data and storage protocols.
Here are some of the key features and benefits of the EX4550-32F-AFO:
- High-performance switching: The EX4550-32F-AFO offers high-speed switching, with a switching capacity of up to 1.44 Tbps, and support for wire-speed L2 and L3 switching.
- High-density SFP ports: The switch has 32 SFP ports, providing a high-density solution for connecting multiple devices to the network.
- Converged networking: The switch supports both data and storage protocols, such as Fibre Channel and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), allowing you to converge your data and storage networks onto a single physical infrastructure.
- Advanced feature option: The “AFO” in the model number indicates that it is an “Advanced Feature Option” model, which includes additional features and functionality compared to the base EX4550 model such as Quality of Service (QoS), security, and routing.
- Virtual Chassis technology: The switch supports Virtual Chassis technology, which allows multiple switches to be interconnected and managed as a single logical device. This can help to simplify network management and reduce costs.
- Junos operating system: The switch runs on Junos operating system, which is a robust, reliable and feature-rich operating system. This allows for easy configuration and management of the switch, and support for a wide range of features and protocols.
- Juniper management tools: Juniper provides a variety of management tools such as Junos Space, Junos Space Network Director, and Juniper Networks Network Management System (NMS), which can be used to manage multiple switches and other Juniper devices in a network.
General InformationManufacturer: Juniper Networks
MPN: EX4550-32F-AFO
SKU: EX4550-32F-AFO
Product Type: Layer 3 Switch
Physical CharacteristicsDepth: 18.5 Inch
Form Factor: Rack-Mountable
Height: 1.7 Inch
Weight (Approximate): 19.40 Lb
Width: 17.4 Inch
I/O Expansions:Expansion Slot Type: SFP+
Number Of SFP+ Slots: 32
Number Of Total Expansion Slots: 34
Interfaces / Ports:Bypass: No
Ethernet Technology: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Lre Port: No
Management Port: Yes
POE (RJ-45) Port: No
Stack Port: No
Token Ring Port: No
Management & Protocols
Manageable: Yes
Management:
QOS
VLAN
SNMP V1, V3
RMON
Media & Performance
Ethernet Technology: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Memory:Flash Memory: 2 GB
Memory Technology: Dram
Standard Memory: 2 GB
Network & Communication
Ethernet Technology: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Layer Supported: 3
Network & Communication
POE (RJ-45) Port: No
Redundant Power Supply: Yes
