Juniper unveils EX4000 access switches to simplify enterprise network operations

In particular, the switch’s operating system, Junos OS, features AIOps support to drive automation and simplify configuration and management, according to a blog post by Sanjoy Dey, vice president of product management for Juniper’s campus and branch portfolio.

Relative to campus and branch deployments, for example, Junos OS lets enterprises uses AIOps capabilities to deploy entire network sites effortlessly, easily onboard new locations, and upgrade infrastructure without operational disruptions, Dey stated.

Juniper’s AI-Native operations with Wired Assurance enables proactive troubleshooting that saves IT teams valuable time, creates significant cost savings, and identifies and fixes problems before they impact user experiences, Dey stated. Wired Assurance is Juniper’s cloud-based management platform for managing enterprise campus wired networks and switches.

In addition, the Juniper Mist Access Assurance security package can be used with the EX4000s to provide “always-on” identification, authentication and authorization for every device at every point of connection, verifying that only trusted users and devices access the network, Dey wrote.