Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI Switches Overview
Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI Switches is a genuine data-center switching fabric product from Juniper, a specialist in high-performance routing and switching, trusted in service-provider and large-enterprise networks. Belonging to the Juniper family, the Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Juniper deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is built for high-density data-center and cloud environments, where low latency, high availability and consistent forwarding matter most.
From a specification standpoint, it offers 48 ports for client, server or uplink connectivity. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Juniper hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include access-layer deployments for user, phone and AP connectivity, distribution and core aggregation in campus networks, and top-of-rack and end-of-row switching in data centers. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “QFX5100-48SH is hardware only model for Airflow in. Software needs to be purchased separately”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise Campus
High-density ports power users, phones and APs at the access layer.
Branch Office
Stackable units simplify branch deployment and management.
Wireless & IoT
PoE budget supports dense wireless and IoT endpoints.
Buying a Pre-Owned Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI Specifications | |
| Type | Switch - 48 ports - L3 - Managed |
| Part Number | QFX5100-48SH-AFI |
| Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable 1U |
| Performance | Switching capacity: 2.56 Tbps |
| Throughput | 1.44 Bpps |
| Ports | 48 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ / 40 Gigabit QSFP+ |
| MAC Address Table Size | 288K entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Yes |
| Routing Protocol | BGP, OSPF, RIP-1, RIP-2, IGMPv2, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, OSPFv3, PIM-SSM, MSDP |
| Remote Management Protocol | SNMP 1, RMON 1, RMON 2, Telnet, SNMP 3, SNMP 2c, HTTP, HTTPS, TFTP, CLI |
| Features | Layer 3 switching, layer 2 switching, DHCP support, VPN support, ARP support, VLAN support, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), IGMP snooping, traffic shaping, port mirroring, DiffServ support, Weighted Round Robin (WRR) queuing, Broadcast Storm Control, IPv6 support, Multicast Storm Control, Unicast Storm Control, firmware upgradable, sFlow, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) support, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) support, Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) support, Access Control List (ACL) support, Quality of Service (QoS), Jumbo Frames support, MLD snooping, STP Root Guard, Uni-Directional Link Detection (UDLD), LLDP support, DHCP relay, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Port Security, IPFIX |
| Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1ak, IEEE 802.1ae, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3ba |
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) | N/A |
| Power Supply | 1 (install) / 2 (max) - hot-swap |
| Software Included | Not included - requires separate purchase |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.4 in x 20.5 in x 1.7 in |
| Temperature Range | Operating: 32��F to 104��F / Storage: -40��F to 158��F |
| Humidity Range | Operating: 10 to 85% (non-condensing) / Storage: 5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Airflow Direction | Airflow In (Front-to-Back) |
| Supported Protocols | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS |
| Security Features | 802.1x, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSL, SSHv2, IPsec, AAA |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty |
Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI - Deployment Notes
This Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI switch is suited to wiring-closet, distribution, or core roles depending on the port density and uplink options of the specific model. The port configuration is a key consideration when planning power budgets for attached devices such as IP phones and access points.
For a refresh or expansion, confirm the IOS/NX-OS software release supported by this specific SKU, the fan and power requirements, and the uplink modules that match your existing infrastructure. Our team can verify revision levels and software compatibility before you order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and this Juniper QFX5100-48SH-AFI variant is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Volume requirements can be staged with configuration checks.
