Juniper Networks has launched the EX4000 series of access switches, designed to enhance automation and AI-based support for enterprise operations. Aimed at branch offices, remote sites, and campus environments, these switches provide advanced features compared to the previous EX2000 and EX3000 series.
The EX4000 family includes ten models with varying port configurations (8, 12, 24, and 48 ports), all of which support 2 x 1GbE/10GbE fixed uplink ports. Many models also include an additional 2 x 1GbE/10GbE SFP+ ports for Virtual Chassis connections, allowing for flexible networking options. Furthermore, the EX4000 supports IEEE 802.3bz standards, enabling 2.5GbE and 5GbE Ethernet speeds over twisted pair copper cabling.
These switches come equipped with Power over Ethernet++ (PoE++) capabilities, ensuring connectivity for devices like phones, surveillance cameras, IoT devices, and Wi-Fi 6/Wi-Fi 7 access points. The EX4000-48MP model offers a significant PoE power budget of up to 960W, supporting up to 60W per port.
A core feature of the EX4000 series is its integration with Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform, which leverages the Mist AI and Marvis virtual network assistant to provide actionable insights and automate network management. This platform collects telemetry and user state data from various network devices to facilitate proactive issue detection and resolution.
The operating system, Junos OS, within the EX4000 series incorporates AIOps capabilities, streamlining the deployment of network sites and simplifying the onboarding process for new locations. This technology allows enterprises to improve infrastructure dynamically without operational disruptions.
Additionally, the Juniper Mist Access Assurance security package is compatible with the EX4000 switches, providing continuous identification, authentication, and authorization for all connected devices, ensuring that only trusted entities access the network.
For more information, visit Juniper’s website or read about the EX4000 series in detail on their official blog.
