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MX204 Overview
MX204 is a high-performance router designed for demanding edge and aggregation applications. Built on a modular architecture, the MX204 integrates robust WAN and LAN interfaces with flexible power options and redundant components to ensure continuous service. It delivers a suite of integrated services including advanced routing protocols, IPSec VPN features, and built‑in firewall capabilities, providing secure and efficient connectivity.
Optimized for environments that demand high throughput and resilient performance, the MX204 supports modular expansion for additional service cards and offers dual power supply options for added reliability. Its specialized design caters to use cases in service provider networks, enterprise edge deployments, and data centers, where high availability, scalable performance, and integrated VPN capabilities are critical.
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MX204 Specifications
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
- Width
- 19 inches
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Wireless Support
- No
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Management
- Managed
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Stacking Capability
- No
- 5G Support
- No
- Device Type
- Router
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Broadband
- N/A
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention
- Network Protocols
- IPv4 / IPv6
- LAN Ports
- Modular LAN
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Ports
- Modular WAN
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Expansion Slots
- NIM / SM-X
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000 / 10G
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount / Chassis
- Remote Management
- CLI / SNMP / NetConf
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP+
- Speed/Capacity
- 10G
- Compliance Standards
- CE / FCC / RoHS
- Power
- 450 Watts
- Power Source
- Dual AC Power Supply / Redundant
- Product Type
- Universal Edge Router
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing
- Features
- VPN / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / High Availability
- Use Case
- Service Provider / Enterprise
- Integrated Services
- Voice / WAN Optimization / Security
- Throughput Capacity
- 240 Gbps
- Product Name
- MX204
MX204 Use Case
5G Edge Routing with MX204 for Ultra-Low-Latency Connectivity
Deploy the MX204 chassis with 3 fan trays and 2 power supplies running Junos at 5G edge aggregation nodes to deliver sub-1 ms latency and multi-gigabit throughput for mobile broadband and MEC services. This compact 1 RU platform ensures high availability through redundant power and cooling, while Junos automation-driven operations accelerate service rollouts and reduce OPEX.
Secure Data Center Interconnect (DCI) for Hybrid Multi-Cloud
Use the MX204 with triple-fan redundancy and dual power modules as a DCI gateway between on-premises data centers and public clouds, leveraging Junos OS with IPsec encryption and EVPN-VXLAN mobility. The result is scalable, secure Layer 2/3 connectivity with 100+ Gbps capacity, automated failover, and simplified policy management for compliance and business continuity.
Enterprise SD-WAN Aggregation for Global Branch Networks
Implement MX204 edge routers in regional POPs to aggregate hundreds of branch SD-WAN tunnels over dual-homed MPLS and Internet uplinks, ensured by 3 fan trays and 2 power supplies for non-stop operation. Junos-powered analytics and zero-touch provisioning deliver centralized traffic steering, SLA-aware path selection, and 5-nines reliability, driving improved user experience and reduced WAN costs.
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX204 |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW |  MX240-PREMIUM2-DC |  MX240-PREMIUM3-DC |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-HIGH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Fixed | Chassis-based | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / LTE |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | 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, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 15 inches | 15 inches | 18 inches | 15 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 / 10G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM / SM-X | N/A | NIM / SFP+ | SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / High Availability | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, SD-WAN | VPN / Firewall / IPS/IDS / High Availability | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility and Control | VPN, Firewall, QoS, Redundancy |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount / Chassis | Rack-mount | Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 1.75 inches | 4 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / WAN Optimization / Security | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System, Secure SD-WAN | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | 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 | Modular LAN | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 1 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | N/A | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, VPN | IPv4 / IPv6 | IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Power | 450 Watts | 65 Watt | 250 W | 150W | 350W |
| Power Source | Dual AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundancy | DC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | MX204 | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW | MX240-PREMIUM2-DC | MX240-PREMIUM3-DC | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-HIGH |
| Product Type | Universal Edge Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | CLI / SNMP / NetConf | Cloud Managed | SNMP / CLI / Web UI | HTTPS, SSH, SNMP, API | SSH, Telnet, HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | 10G | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 240 Gbps | 625 Mbps | 3 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Use Case | Service Provider / Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec, SSL VPN, DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 20 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Shahmeer Ali
5
Easy to deploy and manage.
J
Julian Frost
5
Stable operation with low power footprint.
N
Naeem Ashfaq
4
Good choice for smaller sites.
P
Peter Wilson
5
Reliable and efficient platform.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the Juniper MX204 chassis with 3 fan trays and 2 power supplies?
The MX204 is a compact 1-RU router offering up to 1.44 Tbps of throughput, three hot-swappable fan trays, two redundant AC or DC power supplies, and Junos OS for carrier-grade routing.
How does the three-fan tray design enhance MX204 cooling and reliability?
The three hot-swap fan trays provide N+1 redundancy and optimized airflow to maintain consistent operating temperatures and prevent thermal throttling.
What power supply options are included with the MX204 chassis?
The MX204 includes two redundant, hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies, ensuring continuous operation and seamless failover in case of power module failure.
What software comes preinstalled on the MX204 chassis?
The MX204 ships with Juniper’s Junos OS, a modular, single‐image operating system that supports advanced routing, security, and automation features out of the box.
What is the maximum routing capacity of the MX204 router?
The MX204 delivers up to 1.44 Tbps of forwarding capacity and supports up to 252 Mpps of packet processing for high-performance edge and peering applications.
Which physical interfaces does the MX204 support?
The MX204 provides four onboard 100GbE QSFP28 ports and supports interface virtualization with Flexible PIC Concentrators (FPCs) for additional 10GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE ports.
How does MX204 ensure high availability?
High availability is achieved through dual redundant power supplies, N+1 fan tray redundancy, and active/backup RE pairs, enabling seamless failover and nonstop forwarding.
What routing protocols are supported on the MX204 platform?
The MX204 supports all major carrier-grade protocols including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, EVPN, and Segment Routing for flexible network designs.
How do I install and rack the MX204 chassis?
Mount the MX204 in a standard 19-inch rack using included shelves, connect grounding lug, install fan trays and power supplies, then power up and access Junos via console or SSH.
What are the environmental specifications for the MX204 router?
The MX204 operates in temperatures from 0°C to 45°C, humidity 5%–90% non-condensing, and meets NEBS Level 3 standards for telecom environments.
How can I manage and automate the MX204 device?
Use Junos OS CLI, Juniper’s Network Director, or open APIs like NETCONF and gRPC for model-driven automation, configuration management, and real-time telemetry.
Does the MX204 support virtualization and slicing?
Yes, the MX204 supports Juniper’s Logical Systems, Virtual Chassis, and EVPN-VxLAN for multi-tenant virtualization and network slicing.
What is the power consumption of the MX204 router?
Typical power consumption is 150–200W under full load, with power-saving modes available for reduced operational expenses.
What warranty and support options are available for MX204?
Juniper offers a one-year limited hardware warranty, optional Juniper Care support with 24×7 access, and software support for Junos OS updates.
How scalable is the MX204 for growing network demands?
With up to 1.44 Tbps throughput, flexible port expansion via FPCs, and advanced routing features, the MX204 scales from enterprise edge to small service provider environments.