Juniper FPC3-PTX-3H-R Interface Card for PTX5000

What It Is

The Juniper FPC3-PTX-3H-R is a third-generation interface card (FPC3) designed for installation in the Juniper PTX5000 core router. It is built on the Juniper Express silicon chipset and operates under Junos OS, providing high-density 100G port capacity for carrier-class IP/MPLS core deployments.

Technical Details

• Form Factor: Line/interface card for PTX5000 chassis
• Platform: Juniper PTX5000 core router
• Chipset: Juniper Express silicon
• Operating System: Junos OS
• Generation: 3rd generation (FPC3)
• Port Density: High-density 100G interfaces

Configuration & Options

• Installs into line card slots of the PTX5000 chassis
• Requires a compatible Junos OS version for operation
• Recommended for use alongside other FPC3 cards to maintain architectural consistency
• Suitable for deployment in existing PTX5000 systems as part of capacity upgrades

Operating Conditions

The FPC3-PTX-3H-R is intended for deployment in large-scale carrier-grade backbone networks, specifically within IP/MPLS cores requiring high 100G port density. It supports traffic aggregation at the network core level and is suitable for modernizing existing PTX5000 installations to increase overall performance and throughput.