Juniper EX2300-24P-VC Layer 3 Switch
The Juniper EX2300-24P-VC is a compact Layer 3 Ethernet Switch designed for high-density, cost-effective access-layer deployments in smaller network environments. It features 24 networking ports supporting Gigabit Ethernet speeds and four 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports for expanded connectivity. This manageable switch enhances network productivity with efficient Layer 4 traffic classification and a 1U rack-mountable or wall-mountable design. It uniquely leverages Juniper Virtual Chassis technology, allowing up to four switches to be managed as a single logical unit, simplifying network management.
$1596.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
597
/ 2256
#597 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Total Number of Network Ports
24
Who it's for
- High Scalability via Virtual Chassis
- Full PoE+ Capability
- Consistent Junos OS Experience
Who should skip it
- Basic Layer 3 Functionality
- Fixed Uplink Configuration
- Non-Redundant Power Supply
Key Specs
Total Number of Network Ports
24
Uplink Ports
4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+)
Ethernet Technology Supported
10/100/1000Base-T, 10GBase-X
Switching Layer
Layer 3
Form Factor
1U Rack-mountable, Wall Mountable
Dimensions
441.96 mm (Width) x 259.08 mm (Depth) x 45.72 mm (Height)
Weight
4.485 kg
Power over Ethernet Support
Yes (802.3af/at)
Features
- Layer 3 switching for efficient network productivity
- Supports Juniper Virtual Chassis technology
- 24 networking ports for demanding workgroups
- Supports 802.3af/at PoE+
- Compact 1U footprint
- Flexible rack or wall mounting
- CLI management interface
- Lifetime Limited Warranty
What customers say
The Juniper EX2300-24P-VC is highly regarded as an excellent value enterprise switch for small to medium businesses. Customers consistently praise the stability and robust feature set delivered by the Junos operating system, noting reliable Power over Ethernet across all ports. Virtual Chassis support simplifies management and enhances scalability, offering enterprise capabilities without a high cost. While the Junos command line presents a learning curve for newcomers, the overall consensus is that this switch provides exceptional reliability and performance. A minor drawback noted by some users is the fan noise in quiet office settings. Overall, it is recommended as a dependable workhorse for modern network infrastructure.
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