Juniper JNP-MIC1-MACSEC 12x100G/12x40G/48x10G Universal MACSEC Linecard

Overview

The Juniper JNP-MIC1-MACSEC is a robust and secure interface card for Juniper MX Series routers, providing line-rate MACsec encryption for Ethernet links. It is designed for environments where security, performance, and scalability are critical, making it ideal for enterprise and service provider networks. By ensuring secure Layer 2 communication, the MIC helps maintain data integrity and confidentiality, protecting against threats on the physical network. The Juniper JNP-MIC1-MACSEC is a Modular Interface Card (MIC) specifically designed to support MACsec (Media Access Control Security) encryption on Juniper MX Series routers. It provides encryption services to ensure secure communication across Ethernet links, typically used in service provider or enterprise edge applications where data integrity and confidentiality are critical.

Specifications

• Model: Juniper JNP-MIC1-MACSEC
• Type: Modular Interface Card (MIC) with MACsec encryption
• Platform: Designed for use in Juniper MX Series routers, such as MX240, MX480, MX960, and MX2000 platforms.
• Use Case: Provides secure Ethernet connections using MACsec encryption, offering confidentiality, integrity, and authentication over Layer 2 networks.
• 2. MACsec Encryption Features
• MACsec Standard: Complies with the IEEE 802.1AE MACsec encryption standard.
• Encryption: Provides 256-bit AES-GCM encryption for secure data transmission at Layer 2.
• Authentication: Supports data integrity through cryptographic checks to ensure that data has not been altered during transmission.
• Secure Key Exchange: Utilizes secure key management protocols to ensure encrypted communication between devices.
• Confidentiality: Ensures that the data being transmitted remains confidential, preventing unauthorized access.
• 3. Interfaces and Ports
• Ethernet Interfaces:
• Offers a range of port configurations depending on the specific MIC variant, typically including 1G, 10G, and 100G Ethernet ports with support for MACsec encryption.
• Port Configurations:
• Typical configurations could include options like:
• 10GE SFP+ (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
• 100GE QSFP28 (100 Gigabit Ethernet)
• Other combinations depending on deployment requirements and the specific MIC variant.
• 4. Performance
• Line-Rate Encryption: Supports full line-rate encryption at 10GE and 100GE speeds without any performance degradation.
• High Throughput: Provides high throughput while maintaining the integrity and security of Ethernet links.
• Latency: Minimal latency impact due to the high-performance encryption engine.
• 5. Security Features
• MACsec (802.1AE): Encrypts traffic at the Layer 2 level, protecting data from unauthorized interception and tampering on Ethernet links.
• Key Management: Supports key management protocols such as MKA (MACsec Key Agreement) for secure key exchanges between devices.
• Data Integrity: Ensures data has not been altered in transit by including cryptographic checks (message integrity checks).
• Confidentiality and Integrity: MACsec encryption ensures that both the confidentiality and integrity of data are maintained across network links.
• Prevention of Replay Attacks: Protects against replay attacks through unique key exchange mechanisms and anti-replay protection.
• 6. Supported Protocols
• Layer 2 Protocols: Compliant with standard Ethernet protocols, including VLAN tagging (802.1Q) and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP).
• Routing: Typically deployed in conjunction with Layer 3 routing on Juniper MX Series routers, which support full routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, etc.).
• MPLS: Supports MACsec encryption over MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) paths when deployed in service provider networks.
• 7. Redundancy and High Availability
• Hot-Swappable: The JNP-MIC1-MACSEC is hot-swappable, allowing for replacement or upgrades without disrupting network operations.
• Redundancy: Typically used in chassis with redundant line cards and power supplies to ensure high availability in critical network environments.
• 8. Power and Environmental Specifications
• Power Consumption: Power consumption depends on the specific MIC variant and the number of ports/links in use, typically ranging from 50W to 150W based on the configuration and encryption workload.
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Storage Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
• Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
• 9. Chassis Compatibility
• Juniper MX Series: The JNP-MIC1-MACSEC is compatible with a variety of MX Series routers, including:
• MX240
• MX480
• MX960
• MX2000 series
• MPC Compatibility: Requires installation in a Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) or directly in MIC slots depending on the router.
• 10. Use Cases
• Enterprise and Service Provider Edge: Provides encrypted Ethernet connectivity for enterprises and service providers to secure sensitive data over Layer 2 links.
• Secure Data Centers: Ideal for data center interconnect (DCI) where secure high-bandwidth connectivity is required between different data center locations.
• Carrier Ethernet: Offers encryption for carrier-grade Ethernet services over WANs or metropolitan area networks.
• Private WAN Links: Can be used for securing Ethernet links between private locations or across untrusted networks.
• 11. Compliance and Standards
• MACsec (802.1AE): Complies with IEEE 802.1AE for MACsec encryption standards.
• RoHS: Compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.
• Safety and Emission Standards: Meets various international standards for safety, emissions, and environmental compliance.
• 12. Licensing
• Licenses: Some features or performance enhancements might require additional licensing depending on the specific Juniper hardware or software configuration.