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FPC3-PTX-3H-IR Overview
FPC3-PTX-3H-IR is an enterprise router engineered with a modular architecture that supports flexible power options including AC power with built-in redundancy. Designed for high-performance network environments, it offers multiple WAN/LAN interfaces and integrated services to meet the demands of secure and efficient data exchange.
FPC3-PTX-3H-IR integrates advanced VPN features and high throughput capacity, ensuring secure remote management and reliable connectivity. The device’s robust performance, versatile modular capabilities, and comprehensive suite of integrated services make it ideal for enterprise, industrial, and mission-critical business use cases.
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FPC3-PTX-3H-IR Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply / Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic / 4G
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 4 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4 / IPv6 / MPLS
- Remote Management
- SNMP / SSH / Telnet / HTTPS
- Compliance Standards
- IEEE 802.3, FCC, CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice / Video
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- Throughput Capacity
- 1 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention
- Expansion Slots
- NIM / SFP+
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP+
- Power
- 150 W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- FPC3-PTX-3H-IR
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Weight
- 8 lbs
FPC3-PTX-3H-IR Use Case
Tier-1 ISP Regional Peering Expansion with FPC3-PTX-3H-IR-PTX5000 (Half Capacity)
A global Tier-1 service provider deploys FPC3-PTX-3H-IR-PTX5000 in half-capacity mode to provision 1.5 Tbps of peering bandwidth at a regional Internet Exchange. By integrating high-scale LSR capabilities and IPv4/IPv6 peering filters, the solution accelerates BGP session convergence by 40% and reduces power consumption by 25%. Outcome: scalable peering growth, deterministic latency under 500 µs, and a 30% reduction in operational expenditures.
MPLS Backbone Label Switching for Service-Edge Resiliency
A national network operator leverages the 3rd-generation FPC3-PTX-3H-IR in half-capacity configuration to handle 1.5 Tbps of MPLS label switching at the service-edge POPs. The compact FPC delivers wire-speed L3VPN, traffic engineering, and non-stop routing with fast-recovery in under 50 ms. Outcome: improved network availability (99.999%), 60% faster failover, and simplified capacity upgrades with pay-as-you-grow economics.
Automated Cloud Data-Center Interconnect and Peering
A hyperscale cloud provider implements the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR-PTX5000 (half capacity) for 1.5 Tbps of dynamic peering and DCI links between metro data centers. Integrated with native automation frameworks (YANG, gRPC) and Junos Telemetry, the FPC enables programmable LSR policies and real-time traffic steering. Outcome: end-to-end provisioning slashed by 70%, consistent sub-millisecond latency, and 45% reduction in manual configuration errors.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| FPC3-PTX-3H-IR |  FPC3-PTX-3T-IR |  PTX1K-72Q-AC-IR |  FPC3-PTX-2T-IR |  PTX10008-PREMIUM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / 4G | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G / 5G / LTE / N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.3, FCC, CE | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q | FCC, CE | FCC, CE | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 15 inches | 16 inches | 18 inches | 12 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | CE, FCC | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000, 10G SFP+ | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM / SFP+ | NIM | NIM | N/A | NIM, SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, Redundancy | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, MPLS, VoIP |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 1 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 4 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / Video | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | SFP+ / RJ-45 | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 / MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | OSPF, BGP, RIP, Static Routing | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS |
| Power | 150 W | 65 Watt | 350 Watt | 60 Watt | 350 Watt |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant | Redundant AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | FPC3-PTX-3H-IR | FPC3-PTX-3T-IR | PTX1K-72Q-AC-IR | FPC3-PTX-2T-IR | PTX10008-PREMIUM |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SNMP / SSH / Telnet / HTTPS | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH, HTTPS, Telnet | CLI, SNMP, WebUI | SSH, Telnet, HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | CE, FCC | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | 10gb | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10Gbps | 10 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 8 lbs | 10 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 35 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
L
Luca Ferretti
4
Easy install and stable operation in IR mode.
M
Marek Sokol
4
Good option for incremental scaling.
N
Naveed Akhtar
4
Consistent throughput under peak traffic.
O
Owen Bradley
5
Meets expectations for high scale LSR.
Questions & Answers
What is the PTX5000 3rd generation 3T FPC3 (SKU: FPC3-PTX-3H-IR)?
The FPC3-PTX-3H-IR is a third-generation, 3 Tbps Flexible PIC Concentrator for Juniper PTX5000 routers, optimized for high-scale LSR and peering applications at half capacity.
What does “3T” and “half capacity” mean for FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
“3T” denotes 3 Tbps of total forwarding capacity and “half capacity” indicates the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR operates at 50% of its maximum interface population for cost-effective deployments.
Which interfaces does the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR support?
It supports up to 12 QSFP28 ports for 100 GbE or 4 CFP2 ports for 100 GbE, enabling flexible LSR and peering connectivity on PTX5000.
What are the key performance specifications of FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
The module delivers 3 Tbps forwarding capacity, sub-50 µs latency, and hardware-based forwarding for millions of routes and flows.
How does FPC3-PTX-3H-IR support high-scale LSR and peering?
Its dedicated hardware forwarding plane and routing scale engine enable line-rate MPLS LSR, full mesh peering, and large BGP table support.
Is the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR compatible with all PTX5000 chassis?
Yes, this FPC3 is fully compatible with all PTX5000 series chassis running Junos OS Release 17.4 or later.
What are the power and cooling requirements for FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
It consumes up to 500 W and requires standard PTX5000 front-to-back airflow with redundant fan trays.
How do I install the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR in a PTX5000 chassis?
Slide the FPC3 into an available slot until latched, connect power and cooling, then provision via Junos CLI or J-Care for immediate operation.
Does the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR support advanced routing protocols?
Yes, it supports full MPLS, RSVP-TE, LDP, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BFD for carrier-grade transport and peering networks.
What security features are included in FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
Built-in ACLs, control-plane policing, and traffic rate limiting protect against DDoS, BGP session attacks, and unauthorized access.
Can I upgrade from half capacity to full capacity later?
No, half-capacity FPC3-PTX-3H-IR is fixed; upgrading to full capacity requires installing the full-capacity FPC3-PTX-3H model.
What licensing is required for FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
It requires a valid Juniper Network Advantage or Network Essentials license and an active J-Care support contract.
What is the warranty and support for FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
Includes a one-year limited hardware warranty and 24×7 J-Care support options for rapid hardware replacement and software updates.
How does FPC3-PTX-3H-IR improve network scalability?
By providing 3 Tbps of programmable forwarding and high route density, it scales seamlessly for growing LSR and peering demands.
What are the typical use cases for FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
Ideal for regional peering exchanges, carrier backbones, metro aggregation, and large-scale MPLS LSR deployments.
How can I order the FPC3-PTX-3H-IR?
Contact your Juniper authorized reseller or visit juniper.net, reference SKU FPC3-PTX-3H-IR, and select your preferred support package.