United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
C
Clifford Hayes
5
GNF ran smoothly on external x86 server.
JNS-GNF-EXT
Perpetual software License for a Guest Network Function (GNF...
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
JNS-GNF-EXT
- Description:
- Perpetual software License for a Guest Network Function (GNF) where the Junos VM runs on a External x86 Server.
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Juniper
- GTIN:
- 882658296635
- Condition:
- Warranty:
- 3
- List Price:
$18,610.00
- Price:
$11,244.0039.6% off
Quantity:
1
Business price:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
JNS-GNF-EXT Overview
JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual software License for a Guest Network Function (GNF) where the Junos VM runs on a External x86 Server. This software license falls under the Virtualization category and is designed to support the deployment of a Junos virtualized network function on an external, industry-standard x86 server, ensuring robust performance in network management and IT infrastructure environments.
This license is a perpetual (lifetime) license ideally suited for enterprise use, offering timely digital delivery via a secure digital key and online activation. Its compatibility with Linux-based platforms enables seamless integration into data centers and virtualized environments, providing an optimal solution for IT management, network security, and overall system efficiency with clearly defined activation protocols and support channels.
JNS-GNF-EXT price is $11,244.00, a 39.6% saving from the Juniper list price of $18,610.00. JNS-GNF-EXT is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for JNS-GNF-EXT for additional pricing. Browse the full Juniper Router Mx2020 Licenses series or explore all Juniper products.
JNS-GNF-EXT Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Virtualization
- License Type
- Perpetual
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Linux
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual software License for a Guest Network Function (GNF) where the Junos VM runs on a External x86 Server.
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
JNS-GNF-EXT Use Case
Distributed Enterprise SD-WAN Gateway with Perpetual NFV Licensing
A global financial services firm deploys the JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual software license on external x86 servers in 120 branch offices to host Junos VM-based SD-WAN gateways. This on-prem NFV architecture delivers consistent traffic steering, policy-driven microsegmentation and integrated firewalling. Outcome: Zero recurring license fees, 30% lower TCO, and sub-millisecond failover for mission-critical applications.
Telecom VPN-as-a-Service via Virtual CPE with Perpetual License
A Tier-1 service provider uses the JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual license to spin up Junos VM VPN gateways on customer-premises x86 CPE boxes. The provider offers SLA-backed L2/L3 VPNs to enterprise customers with automated self-service portals. Outcome: Time-to-service reduced from days to under 1 hour, scalable tenant isolation for 5,000+ sites, and one-time CapEx licensing for predictable margins.
Industrial IoT Edge Security and Analytics with Junos VM
A manufacturing company secures its automated production line by running Junos VM on edge x86 servers under the JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual license. The solution processes IoT telemetry locally, enforces real-time firewall and DPI policies, and streams summarized analytics to the cloud. Outcome: 40% reduction in network latency, offline resilience for safety-critical operations, and perpetual licensing that maximizes long-term ROI.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table
 JNS-GNF-EXT |  S-MPC9E-IR-ADD4 |  JNS-AF-10G |  S-MPC8E-PVQ |  JNS-AF-400G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Virtualization | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | Unlimited | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | Linux | N/A | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | 64-bit | N/A | 64-bit | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | JNS-GNF-EXT-Perpetual software License for a Guest Network Function (GNF) where the Junos VM runs on a External x86 Server. | S-MPC9E-IR-ADD4-License to enable additional 4x100G (or 6x40G/24x10G) ports on restricted use MX2K-MPC9E-IRB w/MIC-MRATE (Line Card and MIC(s) soldseparately) | JNS-AF-10G-Abstracted Fabric (AF) license for 10Gbps. Perpetual license | S-MPC8E-PVQ-Per slot license to support 32K total queues on MX2K-MPC8E | JNS-AF-400G-Abstracted Fabric (AF) license for 400Gbps. Perpetual license |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | No | No | No | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Marcus Reed
4
Deployment was quick and well documented.
G
Gavin Stewart
5
Stable Junos VM performance.
J
Julian Fox
3
Good flexibility for virtual environments.
T
Trevor Collins
4
Meets expectations for external hosting.
Questions & Answers
What is the JNS-GNF-EXT perpetual software license?
The JNS-GNF-EXT license is a one-time perpetual subscription for Junos VM–based Guest Network Function running on certified external x86 servers, with no recurring fees.
How does the perpetual JNS-GNF-EXT license work?
Once activated, the perpetual license grants unlimited-term usage of the Guest Network Function on external x86 hardware without annual renewals, subject to hardware capacity.
Which hardware platforms support the JNS-GNF-EXT license?
JNS-GNF-EXT runs on any certified x86 server—such as Dell, HP, Lenovo, or Supermicro—meeting Juniper’s virtualization and performance specifications.
What are the minimum hardware requirements for the external x86 server?
Minimum requirements include a dual-core CPU, 8 GB RAM, 20 GB storage, VT-x/AMD-V support, and at least one 1 Gbps NIC per Junos VM instance.