Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Juniper Networks EX4000
★ 3.2 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 60 Gbps to 200 Gbps (Model dependent)
Forwarding Rate: 44 Mpps to 148 Mpps (Model dependent)
Ports: 8, 12, 24, or 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T; 2.5GbE Multigigabit options on MP models; 2 x 1/10GbE SFP+ fixed uplinks
PoE Budget: 120W to 960W (Supports 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3bt PoE++ up to 60W)
Layer: Layer 2 and Layer 3 (Junos OS with OSPF/BGP support via Flex licensing)
Stacking support: Virtual Chassis technology supports up to 6 members
Curation Review
✔ Pros:AI-driven operations via Juniper Mist for simplified management and troubleshooting; Multi-Gigabit (2.5G) support on select models for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7; Perpetual and Fast PoE ensures endpoints remain powered during switch reboots; Quiet, fanless options available for compact models.
✘ Cons:Recurring Flex licensing costs required for Mist AI features and advanced routing; Fixed uplink configuration limits future hardware modularity; Lower Virtual Chassis limit (6 members) compared to the higher-end EX4400 series.