Intelligent Data Centres Issue 28 | Page 55

21Vianet selects Juniper Networks to power expanded interconnected data centre

Juniper Networks , a leader in secure , AI-driven networks , has announced that 21Vianet , a leading carrierneutral data centre service provider in China , has deployed Juniper Networks MX Series Universal Routing Platforms .

The deployment , using segment routing traffic engineering ( SR-TE ) protocols , will help meet the rising demands of data traffic and support the growing Digital Transformation needs of 21Vianet ’ s customers . With the latest upgrade from Juniper Networks , 21Vianet has not just
successfully increased the capacity , scale and stability of its network – but also provided the platform for improved efficiency and automation via the implementation of SR-TE protocols , allowing 21Vianet to pass on lower operational costs and management workloads to its customers , while improving the end-user experience .
Norman Lam , VP and Managing Director , China at Juniper Networks , said : “ Juniper Networks has been a crucial , long-term technology partner alongside 21Vianet
in our growth story through the years . As we continue to provide customers with the high-quality services required for them to succeed , our mutually beneficial partnership has provided us with the leading insights , technology and expertise necessary for the ongoing development of the data centre arena . We look forward to continuing our strong co-operation alongside Juniper , which we believe will position us well , not just to continue creating even more value for our customers , but also for the wider IDC industry across China in the long run .” ◊
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