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CHAS-BP-MX480-S Overview
CHAS-BP-MX480-S is an enterprise router with a modular architecture engineered for high performance and reliability. It features redundant AC/DC power options, dual WAN interfaces paired with 8 LAN ports, and a robust suite of routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and Static Routing, ensuring consistent connectivity and security via integrated IPSec and SSL VPN capabilities.
CHAS-BP-MX480-S delivers integrated voice, video, and WAN optimization services alongside advanced firewall features and built-in intrusion prevention. Its 10 Gbps throughput capacity, support for high availability with modular expansion using NIM slots, and management via SNMP, HTTPS, and CLI make it an ideal solution for demanding enterprise use cases requiring redundancy and superior performance.
CHAS-BP-MX480-S price is $19,287.00, a 39.6% saving from the Juniper list price of $31,920.00. CHAS-BP-MX480-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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CHAS-BP-MX480-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Power Source
- Redundant AC/DC Power Supply
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic / DSL
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP
- Remote Management
- SNMP, HTTPS, CLI
- Compliance Standards
- CE, FCC, RoHS
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, POE
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice / Video / WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- IEC 60950-1
- EMC
- EN 55032, EN 55024
- Telecom
- ITU-T
- Throughput Capacity
- 10 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Power
- 350 Watt
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- CHAS-BP-MX480-S
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
CHAS-BP-MX480-S Use Case
ISP Core Network Redundancy with CHAS-BP-MX480-S Installed Backplane Spare
In Tier-1 ISP core networks, integrating the CHAS-BP-MX480-S installed backplane spare into an N+1 architecture enables hot-swap replacement without service interruption, delivering sub-5-minute MPLS failover and 99.999% network availability.
Enterprise Campus High Availability Using MX480 Backplane Spare
Enterprise data centers deploy the CHAS-BP-MX480-S spare backplane in MX480 routers to perform in-field backplane swaps during maintenance windows, ensuring continuous WAN performance, eliminating planned downtime, and sustaining 24/7 SLA compliance.
Telecom Disaster Recovery & Rapid Restoration with CHAS-BP-MX480-S
Telecommunications carriers stage the CHAS-BP-MX480-S backplane spare at remote POPs for MX480 routers, enabling onsite backplane replacement within 30 minutes of failure, guaranteeing uninterrupted voice/data services and full regulatory compliance.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| CHAS-BP-MX480-S |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW |  MX480BASE-AC |  MX240-PREMIUM3-DC |  MX480BASE3-DC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Fixed | Fixed | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / DSL | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | CE, FCC, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, UL | FCC / CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 15 inches | N/A | 18 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | EN 55032, EN 55024 | N/A | N/A | N/A | FCC / CE |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | N/A | N/A | SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, POE | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, SD-WAN | VPN, Firewall, IDS/IPS, URL Filtering | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility and Control | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / Integrated Services |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | N/A | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 4 inches | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System, Secure SD-WAN | WAN Optimization, Content Filtering | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 1 GB | N/A | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | N/A | N/A | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP | IPv4, IPv6, VPN | IPv4, IPv6, IPSec | IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 350 Watt | 65 Watt | N/A | 150W | 300W |
| Power Source | Redundant AC/DC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundancy | AC Power Supply | DC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | CHAS-BP-MX480-S | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW | MX480BASE-AC | MX240-PREMIUM3-DC | MX480BASE3-DC |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Security Appliance | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SNMP, HTTPS, CLI | Cloud Managed | Cloud-based management | HTTPS, SSH, SNMP, API | CLI / SNMP / HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | Static Routing | Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | ITU-T | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 10 Gbps | 625 Mbps | 1 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps | 2.4 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec VPN (Meraki Auto VPN) | IPSec, SSL VPN, DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 19 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
V
Victor Russo
4
Installed cleanly with no alignment issues.
W
Waqas Javed
5
Good spare to minimize downtime risk.
X
Xiang Liu
5
Compatible and reliable component.
Y
Yehya Hassan
5
Satisfied with fit and finish.
Questions & Answers
What is the MX480 with installed backplane spare (SKU CHAS-BP-MX480-S)?
The MX480 with installed backplane spare (SKU CHAS-BP-MX480-S) is a Juniper Networks router preconfigured with a hot-swappable backplane module for rapid field replacement.
What are the key features of the MX480 W/ installed backplane spare?
Key features include 480 Gbps switching capacity, up to 6 Tbps full-duplex throughput, hot-swappable backplane, and industry-leading reliability for service providers.
Which network interfaces does the MX480 support?
The MX480 supports up to 40 line cards, including 10GbE, 40GbE, 100GbE, MPLS, and subscriber management interfaces for scalable service delivery.
How does the installed backplane spare improve network reliability?
The backplane spare enables immediate failover in the event of a backplane module failure, minimizing downtime and preserving continuous packet forwarding.
Is the backplane spare included an OEM Juniper part?
Yes, the installed backplane spare is an original Juniper Networks component fully tested and validated for seamless integration with MX480 chassis.
What are the power and cooling requirements for the MX480?
The MX480 requires dual redundant 2200W AC or 2000W DC power supplies and supports front-to-back airflow for efficient thermal management.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the MX480?
The MX480 chassis measures 17.5″ H × 17.5″ W × 23.5″ D and weighs approximately 97 lbs (44 kg) without line cards or power supplies.
What routing and switching protocols are supported?
The router supports OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, EVPN, VPLS, QinQ, VPNs, and advanced segment routing for modern service architectures.
How do I install the spare backplane module?
Power down the chassis, remove the front bezel, slide out the defective backplane, insert the spare module until it clicks, then restore power following Juniper’s procedure.
What is the warranty coverage for this SKU?
This product includes a one-year limited hardware warranty; extended support and On-Site SRX service options are available through Juniper Care plans.
How can I obtain technical support for the MX480?
You can file a ticket via Juniper’s Customer Support Portal or call the Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) for 24×7 assistance.
Does Juniper offer on-site replacement services?
Yes, Juniper Care and Care Plus plans provide advance hardware replacement, including on-site dispatch of replacement modules where available.
Are software licenses included with the MX480 chassis?
The chassis includes a base JUNOS OS license; advanced feature licenses (e.g., MPLS, EVPN) are purchased separately based on deployment requirements.
Can I upgrade the backplane in the field?
Yes, the MX480 backplane is designed for field upgrade and replacement without specialized tools, following Juniper’s published installation guide.
How do I order additional spare backplane modules?
Contact your Juniper authorized reseller or Juniper sales representative with SKU CHAS-BP-MX480-S to procure additional backplane spares.