High-density 20-port Gigabit SFP interface module with MACsec security and precision timing for Juniper MX Series routers
Product Description
The Juniper MIC-3D-20GE-SFP-E is a modular interface card (MIC) engineered for scalable Ethernet connectivity in Juniper Networks MX Series routers. It provides 20 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports, allowing flexible deployment with a wide range of fiber or copper SFP transceivers — ideal for carrier, data center, and enterprise networks needing high port density with secure, managed connectivity.
Model Type: Modular Interface Card (MIC) / Expansion Module
Category: High-Density Ethernet Interface – Juniper MX Series Routers
Key Features
20 × 1 GbE SFP Ports – Provides 20 Gigabit Ethernet ports using SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) interfaces for flexible fiber or copper connectivity.
MACsec & Timing Support – Enhanced security with MACsec encryption and support for Precision Time Protocol (PTP / IEEE 1588v2) for synchronization in carrier and data center environments.
Modular Interface Card (MIC) – Designed as a hot-swappable plug-in card for use with compatible Juniper MX Series modular routers.
Wide Transceiver Compatibility – Works with a variety of SFP transceivers (fiber or copper) to match deployment needs.
Carrier-Grade Performance – Ideal for high-density Ethernet aggregation in service provider and enterprise networks.
Hot-Swappable & Flexible – Can be inserted into supported router slots without powering down the system, improving uptime and ease of maintenance.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | MIC-3D-20GE-SFP-E |
| Port Count | 20 × 1 GbE SFP |
| Port Type | Modular SFP interfaces |
| Security | MACsec encryption support |
| Timing | IEEE 1588v2 PTP supported |
| Compatibility | Juniper MX Series routers (MX5/MX10/MX40/MX80/MX104/MX240/MX480/MX960/MX2010/MX2020) |
| Throughput | Up to 20 Gbps aggregate (1 Gbps per port) |
| Hot-Swap | Yes |
| **Environmental | Operating Temp:** ~0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Form Factor | MIC (Modular) |
| Warranty | Typically 1-year manufacturer warranty |
Typical Use Cases
Carrier & Service Provider Networks – High-density Gigabit connectivity with advanced encryption and timing for service delivery.
Data Center Aggregation – Adds scalable 1 GbE uplinks or line ports in modular router systems.
Enterprise WAN & Edge Routing – Expands MX Series routers for branch or campus edge connectivity.
Synchronous Network Deployments – Use PTP support for precise network timing and synchronization.
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