Juniper QFX5241-32OD-AO | QFX5241 32x800GbE OSFP Data Centre Switch, Secure Boot, Front-to-Back Airflow, AC PSU

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Description

The Juniper QFX5241-32OD-AO is a high-density 800GbE data centre switch engineered for hyperscale spine and core deployments. Featuring 32 x OSFP ports capable of 800GbE, this platform delivers exceptional bandwidth density for AI/ML fabric interconnects, high-performance computing clusters, and next-generation data centre architectures. Secure Boot ensures a hardened, trusted startup process, while front-to-back airflow supports standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle cooling configurations. The switch ships with a 4-post tool-less rack mount kit, AC power supply, and fan modules included — ready for immediate rack deployment. Running Juniper's proven Junos OS, the QFX5241 supports advanced Layer 2/3 features, EVPN-VXLAN fabric architectures, and robust telemetry for modern network observability. The inclusion of Secure Boot as a hardware root-of-trust aligns with zero-trust infrastructure requirements increasingly mandated across enterprise and government environments in Australia. Whether you are scaling a data centre fabric or building out an AI training cluster backbone, this switch delivers the throughput and reliability Juniper is known for.

Features

- 32 x 800GbE OSFP ports for extreme density in a 1U form factor
- Secure Boot hardware root-of-trust for hardened, zero-trust-aligned security
- Front-to-back airflow for compatibility with standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle cooling
- Ships complete with AC PSU, fan modules, and 4-post tool-less rack mount kit
- Junos OS with support for EVPN-VXLAN, BGP, and advanced IP fabric features
- Streaming telemetry and observability for modern data centre operations
- Ideal for AI/ML training fabric interconnects, HPC clusters, and hyperscale spine layers
- Trusted Juniper quality with proven enterprise and carrier-grade reliability

Warranty

Juniper products are supplied with standard manufacturer warranty terms, which vary by product and can range from 1 year through to limited lifetime coverage.
IP Trading can also provide Juniper J-Care warranty and support extensions for customers who need longer coverage or enhanced support options.
https://support.juniper.net/support/warranty/

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- 32 x 800GbE OSFP ports
- Switching capacity: up to 51.2 Tbps aggregate
- Port type: OSFP (Octal Small Form-factor Pluggable)
- Airflow: Front-to-back (port-side intake to non-port-side exhaust)
- Power supply: AC PSU included
- Fan modules included
- Rack mount kit: 4-post tool-less RMK included
- Secure Boot: Hardware root-of-trust enabled
- Operating System: Junos OS
- Form factor: 1U rack-mount

FAQs

Q: What does the QFX5241-32OD-AO ship with?
A: The QFX5241-32OD-AO includes the switch unit, a 4-post tool-less rack mount kit, an AC power supply unit, and fan modules — everything needed for immediate rack installation.

Q: What is the total switching capacity of the QFX5241?
A: The QFX5241 with 32 x 800GbE OSFP ports delivers up to 51.2 Tbps of aggregate switching capacity, making it suitable for hyperscale spine, AI/ML fabric, and HPC interconnect roles.

Q: What airflow direction does this switch use?
A: The QFX5241-32OD-AO uses front-to-back airflow (port-side intake, non-port-side exhaust), which is compatible with standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle data centre cooling layouts.

Q: What is Secure Boot and why does it matter for this switch?
A: Secure Boot is a hardware-level security feature that validates the integrity of firmware and OS during startup, ensuring only trusted, signed software can run. This supports zero-trust infrastructure requirements and protects against firmware-level attacks.

Q: Is the QFX5241 compatible with EVPN-VXLAN data centre fabric architectures?
A: Yes. Running Junos OS, the QFX5241 supports EVPN-VXLAN, BGP, advanced Layer 2/3 features, and streaming telemetry — making it well-suited for modern IP fabric deployments.

Q: Can I purchase the Juniper QFX5241-32OD-AO in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian-owned and operated B2B IT hardware specialist, trading since 2001. You can order the QFX5241-32OD-AO directly through our website or contact our team for a quote.

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