IBM Juniper Networks EX4500 10 GbE Switch (Back-to-Front Airflow) 719420 Switches

The IBM Juniper Networks EX4500 (719420) is a high-density 10 GbE switch designed for the demanding requirements of enterprise data centers. This 2U model features Back-to-Front Airflow, making it compatible with specific cooling strategies where cold air is pulled from the rear of the rack.

Equipped with 40 fixed SFP+ ports and running on Junos OS, the EX4500 delivers carrier-grade reliability. Its Virtual Chassis technology simplifies network architecture by allowing up to 10 switches to be managed as a single entity. With a massive 960 Gbps throughput and industry-leading 2.7 ns latency, it is a perfect match for high-performance server virtualization and consolidated storage environments.

Key Specifications:

• Airflow: Back-to-Front (Reversed), ideal for specific DC layouts.

• Performance: 960 Gbps switching fabric with 714 Mpps forwarding rate.

• Density: 40 fixed 1/10 GbE SFP+ ports (expandable to 48).

• Latency: Ultra-low 2.7 nanoseconds.

• High Availability: Hot-swappable redundant power and cooling.