Juniper ACX7100-32C-DC-AO Router | 32 QSFP28, 4 QSFP56-DD

Handle dense edge traffic with the Juniper ACX7100-32C-DC-AO, a carrier-grade router built around high-speed optical connectivity and DC power architecture. With 32 QSFP28 ports and 4 QSFP56-DD ports, this platform is aimed at networks that need substantial port density for aggregation, transport, and high-capacity uplink design. The value of this model is in its port mix. QSFP28 supports established high-speed deployments, while QSFP56-DD adds headroom for newer bandwidth demands. That combination makes the router a practical fit for teams modernizing metro edge infrastructure without sacrificing compatibility with existing optical investment. DC power support aligns with telecom and data center environments that standardize on direct-current infrastructure. For architects, the platform offers a compact way to concentrate high-speed interfaces in a single routing node. For procurement, it represents a premium choice when port density, optical flexibility, and carrier-grade deployment fit are more important than entry-level pricing.