Collapsed Data Center Fabric with Juniper Apstra

This document is a technical report detailing the Collapsed Data Center Fabric with Juniper Apstra, a Juniper Validated Design (JVD) aimed at small data center networks. It outlines the challenges faced by data center operators, particularly in bespoke network designs that prioritize cost efficiency but complicate troubleshooting. The report presents the JVD as a reliable and cost-effective solution, leveraging the expertise gained from larger-scale Juniper data center designs. The document explains the architecture of the collapsed fabric, which consists of two switches and supports various use cases, including edge deployments and remote office scenarios. It emphasizes the extensive testing and validation processes undertaken to ensure the design meets performance and reliability standards. Additionally, the report discusses the benefits of using JVDs, such as repeatability, reliability, and streamlined deployment, and lists the supported switch platforms and software components necessary for implementation.