Juniper EX3400 48P Switch

Key Features of the Juniper EX3400 48P Switch

Advanced Virtual Chassis Technology for Simplified Management

The Juniper EX3400-48P delivers exceptional scalability through its comprehensive virtual chassis technology that enables multiple access switches to operate as a single logical device with unified management capabilities. This innovative approach allows network administrators to create a highly resilient unified system where remaining switch elements act as backup components, providing primary and backup switch functionality across demanding converged data environments. The EX3400-48P incorporates automatic software download features and centralized software upgrades that dramatically simplify switch configuration and reduce operational overhead. With its ability to support single virtual chassis configuration across expanding network environments, this ethernet switch enables organizations to maintain network intelligence while providing the same failover capabilities and redundancy characteristics essential for mission-critical video enterprise access environments.

Comprehensive Security and Access Control Features

The Juniper EX3400-48P incorporates advanced security capabilities including MACsec feature enables link layer data confidentiality and data origin authentication that protect network communications across the infrastructure. This platform provides comprehensive port access control IEEE 802.1X authentication, protected extensible authentication protocol support, and port security features that enable network administrators to enforce access control policies while maintaining data integrity. The switch supports port dynamic ARP inspection, bridge port extension IEEE standards, and media access control security mechanisms that protect against network threats. With integrated intrusion prevention system capabilities and tunneled transport layer security features, the EX3400 ethernet switch provides the security foundation needed to protect sensitive data voice and video traffic in modern enterprise environments.

High-Performance PoE Capabilities with Intelligent Power Management

The EX3400-48P delivers exceptional Power over Ethernet capabilities through its comprehensive PoE power mode settings and maximum PoE power setting configurations that support networked devices including wireless access points, IP phones, and security cameras. This cost effective solution incorporates intelligent power management that optimizes power consumption while providing reliable power delivery across all connected devices. The platform’s energy efficient ethernet implementation and advanced power monitoring capabilities enable organizations to reduce operational costs while maintaining optimal performance for wireless traffic carried across the network infrastructure. Network operations teams benefit from the comprehensive power management features that provide visibility into power utilization while ensuring consistent power delivery to support demanding applications and device requirements.

Enterprise-Grade Routing and Network Operations

Built for demanding enterprise environments, the Juniper EX3400-48P incorporates robust routing capabilities including RIP and static routing, virtual router support, and comprehensive control plane protocols that enable sophisticated network architectures. The platform provides advanced features including remote switched port analyzer functionality, link aggregation control protocol support, and redundant link aggregation connections that enhance network reliability and performance. With support for dynamic host configuration protocol, transmission control protocol optimization, and comprehensive network management capabilities, the EX3400-48P enables efficient network operations across diverse deployment scenarios. The consistent operating system and logical management platform approach ensures that network operations teams can maintain network intelligence while supporting prioritizing data, voice, and video applications across the enterprise infrastructure.

Specifications of the Juniper EX3400 48P Switch

Hardware Specifications

The EX3400-48P maximizes PoE delivery capabilities while maintaining compact form factor and efficient power management. The platform’s specifications enable reliable deployment across various enterprise access applications.

Software Platform and Network Management

Running Junos OS, the Juniper EX3400-48P provides comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities optimized for enterprise access environments. Key software features include:

• Virtual chassis configuration support for simplified management
• Feature called system snapshot for configuration backup and recovery
• Multiple spanning tree protocol and rapid spanning tree protocol support
• Link layer discovery protocol for automated device discovery
• Energy efficient ethernet protocols for reduced power consumption
• Control plane functions optimization for enhanced performance

The platform supports install software packages functionality and automatic software download features that enable efficient software management while maintaining network intelligence across distributed deployments.

Security and Access Control Capabilities

The Juniper EX3400-48P incorporates comprehensive security features including MACsec support for link layer data confidentiality, port access control IEEE 802.1X authentication, and protected extensible authentication protocol implementations. The platform provides advanced security mechanisms that enable network administrators to enforce access control policies while protecting against network threats.

Security features include port dynamic ARP inspection, media access control security, and comprehensive access control mechanisms that protect network infrastructure while supporting diverse connected devices. The switch incorporates tunneled transport layer security and intrusion prevention system capabilities that provide enterprise-grade protection for data voice and video applications.

Performance and Virtual Chassis Integration

The EX3400-48P delivers exceptional performance through its 176 Gbps switching capacity while supporting comprehensive virtual chassis technology that enables seamless scaling across expanding network environments. The platform’s virtual chassis configuration allows multiple switches to operate as a single logical device with centralized management.

When compared to other models in the Juniper Networks EX3400 family, the EX3400-48P provides the highest PoE port density with 48 PoE+ ports, making it ideal for environments requiring extensive powered device connectivity. While other EX3400 series ethernet switches offer different port configurations, the 48P variant delivers optimal PoE capabilities for demanding enterprise access applications.

At Network Republic, our end-user accounts are covered by a 1-Year Warranty on all hardware—whether New, New Open Box, New Pull, Refurbished, or Refurbished by Manufacturer —from the date of delivery. This warranty covers hardware defects under normal use and allows for repair, replacement, or in-house credit at our discretion.

For resellers and wholesale purchases, we offer a 30-Day Warranty limited strictly to functional issues or defects upon arrival, including dead-on-arrival (DOA) items; it does not apply to problems arising after prolonged use. Resellers are responsible for inspecting and testing products within the 30-day window. This warranty excludes accidental damage, misuse, cosmetic wear, third-party modifications, and software-related issues unrelated to hardware failure. Check out our full warranty policy here.

Software licenses are not covered under the standard return and warranty policies and need to be activated on the hardware within 7 days of receipt. Any issues need to be reported immediately, within 10 days, so we can issue an exchange. Under no circumstances will refunds be issued for software licenses.