Juniper FPC3-SFF-PTX-1H-IR Interface Card for PTX3000

Equipment Overview

The Juniper FPC3-SFF-PTX-1H-IR is an interface card designed for installation in the Juniper PTX3000 compact core router. It operates under Junos OS and is powered by the Juniper Express silicon chipset. The card is part of the FPC3 interface card family, providing flexible connectivity for backbone links. Its primary purpose is to enable 100G backbone connections and aggregate traffic in smaller-scale network cores. The module suits service providers and large enterprises building scalable, high-density networks.

Main Parameters

• Form factor: Line/interface card
• Platform: Juniper PTX3000
• Chipset: Juniper Express silicon
• Operating system: Junos OS
• Port density: High-density port configuration
• Hot-swap support: Yes, installation and replacement without powering off

Key Advantages

The FPC3-SFF-PTX-1H-IR delivers high port density and operational reliability, making it suitable for demanding core network environments. Its compatibility with Juniper Express silicon ensures consistent performance for 100G backbone traffic aggregation. Hot-swap capability minimizes service interruption during maintenance or upgrades, which is critical for carrier-grade deployments. The card is optimized for operators requiring scalable and resilient core architectures.

Compatibility & Integration

The card is compatible with the PTX3000 chassis and fully supported within the Junos OS environment. It integrates with existing Juniper backbone infrastructure and requires a corresponding Juniper software license for correct operation. The module adheres to Juniper’s standard interface card specifications for the PTX3000 platform.