Juniper PTX Series — Core & Backbone Transport
Cloud-scale packet transport routers delivering unprecedented capacity from compact 1RU fixed platforms to 460+ Tbps modular chassis. Built for core, peering, DCI & metro networks.
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PTX10001-36MR
Compact fixed 1RU, 9.6 Tbps — power-optimized for peering, DCI & core routing
PTX10003
Fixed 3RU, 16 Tbps — high-density 100/400GbE for core & metro transport
PTX10004
Modular 4-slot, up to 57.6 Tbps — compact core for space-constrained sites
PTX10008
Modular 8-slot, up to 115 Tbps — flagship core router with 400/800GbE
PTX10016
Modular 16-slot, up to 460 Tbps — hyperscale backbone for the largest networks
Why Juniper PTX
- Native 400GbE and 800GbE with inline MACsec at line rate on all ports
- Express 5 custom silicon — lowest cost per bit with consistent low latency
- Full IP/MPLS and SRv6 services for converged transport architectures
- Junos OS Evolved — modern microservices-based operating system
- Proven in Tier 1 service provider, hyperscaler & IX deployments worldwide
Deployed Where It Matters Most
Core Routing
Multi-terabit IP/MPLS core for service providers and cloud operators
Peering & IX
Compact 1RU platforms for space-constrained internet exchange points
Data Center Interconnect
Secure DCI with inline MACsec and 400G ZR/ZR+ optics
Metro & Aggregation
High-density transport for metro networks and mobile backhaul