Which Junos OS versions support the MX204-R?

The MX204-R is supported on Junos OS release 17.4R1 and later, offering continuous software innovation, feature parity, and security updates.

How many network ports are available on the MX204-R?

The MX204-R features 12 QSFP28 ports, each supporting 100 GbE, and 8 SFP+ ports for 1/10 GbE, enabling versatile connectivity options.

What connectivity options does the MX204-R support?

It supports 100 GbE, 40 GbE, 10 GbE, and 1 GbE interfaces via pluggable optics, along with MPLS, EVPN, and segment routing protocols.

Can the MX204-R operate with redundant power?

Yes, the chassis includes two redundant power supplies in an active-passive configuration, automatically switching over in case of failure.

What are the power consumption and efficiency ratings?

Typical power consumption is 250 W under full load, with 80 PLUS Platinum efficiency, minimizing operational costs and heat output.

What cooling features are integrated in the MX204-R?

Three front-to-back, hot-swappable fan trays provide efficient airflow, while intelligent speed control adapts to thermal conditions.

How do I install the MX204-R chassis?

Mount the 1U chassis using included rack ears, connect AC power modules, install optics, and power up. Follow the Quick Start Guide for Junos OS initial configuration.

How does the MX204-R ensure high availability?

With redundant power supplies, fan trays, and nonstop software upgrades (NSU) in Junos OS, the MX204-R delivers carrier-grade uptime.

What management interfaces are available on the MX204-R?

Management includes a dedicated 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port, USB-C console, and out-of-band serial for secure access and automation integration.

What are the environmental operating requirements?

The MX204-R operates between 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F) at up to 5,000 ft altitude, with 5%–90% non-condensing humidity.

What warranty and support options are offered?

Juniper provides a one-year limited warranty, with options to upgrade to 24/7 Juniper Care support for next-business-day hardware replacement.

Where can I purchase genuine MX204-R units?

MX204-R chassis are available through authorized Juniper Networks resellers and distribution partners worldwide. Contact your local partner or visit juniper.net for details.

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MX204-R Overview

MX204-R is a high-performance enterprise router engineered with a robust modular architecture that delivers versatile power options, including dual redundant AC power supplies, and extensive WAN/LAN interface capabilities. It supports integrated services such as voice, video, and WAN optimization while featuring configurable expansion slots that allow for enhanced modularity and streamlined upgrades in demanding network environments.

MX204-R provides advanced VPN support with IPSec and SSL capabilities to ensure secure remote access and data protection. With high throughput performance, built-in redundancy, and optimized processing efficiency, this router is ideally suited for enterprise and industrial use cases, offering reliable connectivity and scalability for mission-critical applications.

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MX204-R Specifications

Product Type: Enterprise Router
VPN Support: IPSec / SSL VPN
Power Source: AC Power Supply with Redundancy
Routing Protocols: OSPF / BGP / 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: IPv4 / IPv6
Remote Management: SSH / Telnet / SNMP / HTTPS
Compliance Standards: FCC / CE / RoHS
Wireless Support: No
Speed/Capacity: Gigabit
Firewall Features: Yes
Features: VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / WAN Optimization
Use Case: Enterprise / Industrial
Management: Managed
Form Factor: Rack-mount
Integrated Services: Voice / Video / WAN Optimization
High Availability Support: Supported
Safety: N/A
EMC: N/A
Telecom: N/A
Throughput Capacity: 10 Gbps
QoS Features: Supported
Built-in Security Features: Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
Expansion Slots: NIM / SFP+
Modular Slots Available: 3+ Slots
Stacking Capability: Yes
5G Support: No
Memory: 4 GB
Flash Memory: 512 MB
Interface Ports: RJ-45 / SFP+
Power: 400W
Device Type: Router
Product Name: MX204-R Enterprise Router
Height: 2.0 inches
Width: 19.0 inches
Depth: 18.0 inches
Weight: 35 lbs

MX204-R Use Case

High-Performance 5G Mobile Backhaul Edge Routing

Service providers deploying 5G mobile backhaul require ultra-compact routers that deliver deterministic low latency and multigigabit throughput. The MX204-R-MX204 chassis with 3 fan trays and 2 power supplies in R mode, powered by Junos OS, provides up to 2 Tbps of system capacity, built-in carrier-grade redundancy and advanced segment routing. Outcome: Enables sub-millisecond latency for mobile fronthaul, simplifies network slicing automation, and achieves 99.999% uptime for mission-critical services.

Scalable Data Center Interconnect for Cloud and Colocation

Cloud service providers and colocation operators need high-density, low-power routers for metro data center interconnect (DCI). The MX204-R-MX204 chassis with dual power supplies and fan-tray redundancy in R mode, running Junos OS, supports EVPN-VXLAN, MP-BGP, and automated provisioning via Junos Telemetry Interface. Outcome: Delivers seamless multicloud peering at up to 100 GbE per port, reduces network provisioning time by 80%, and lowers OPEX with sub-300 W power consumption.

Resilient Multi-Site Enterprise WAN and SD-WAN Aggregation

Enterprises with distributed branches demand secure, always-on WAN connectivity and centralized policy control. The MX204-R-MX204 chassis in R mode with 3 fan trays, dual power modules, and Junos OS delivers integrated SD-WAN, IPsec VPN, and zero-touch provisioning. Outcome: Ensures active-active redundancy with sub-50 ms failover, streamlines policy deployment across 100+ sites, and cuts WAN circuit costs by up to 40%.

Quality Certifications

To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.

Product Comparison Table

	MX204-R	MX240-PREMIUM3-ACL	MX480BASE3-AC	MX240BASE3-ACL	MX480-PREMIUM2-AC
5G Support	No	No	No	No	No
Architecture	Modular	Fixed	Modular Chassis	Modular	Fixed
Broadband	Fiber Optic / DSL	N/A	N/A	Fiber Optic	N/A
Built-in Security Features	Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection	Firewall, Intrusion Prevention	Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection	Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection	Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
Compliance Standards	FCC / CE / RoHS	FCC, CE	RoHS, FCC, CE	FCC / CE	CE, FCC
Connectivity Type	Wired	Wired	Wired	Wired	Wired
Depth	18.0 inches	16 inches	20 inches	18 inches	17 inches
Device Type	Router	Router	Router	Router	Router
EMC	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Ethernet Technology	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Expansion Slots	NIM / SFP+	N/A	NIM, SFP+	NIM / SFP+	N/A
Features	VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / WAN Optimization	VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, ACL	VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS, QoS, Redundancy	VPN / ACL / Firewall / Intrusion Prevention	VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / SD-WAN
Firewall Features	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Flash Memory	512 MB	512 MB	512 MB	512 MB	256 MB
Form Factor	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount Chassis	Rack-mount	Rack-mount
Height	2.0 inches	3.5 inches	4.5 inches	4 inches	1.75 inches
High Availability Support	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Integrated Services	Voice / Video / WAN Optimization	Voice, Video, WAN Optimization	Voice, Video, WAN Optimization	VoIP / WAN Optimization / Video	N/A
Interface Ports	RJ-45 / SFP+	RJ-45, SFP	RJ-45, SFP, SFP+	RJ-45 / SFP+	RJ-45, SFP
LAN Ports	8 LAN Ports	8 LAN Ports	4 LAN Ports	4 LAN Ports (RJ-45)	8 LAN Ports
Management	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed
Memory	4 GB	4 GB	8 GB	4 GB	2 GB
Modular Slots Available	3+ Slots	N/A	3+ Slots	3+ Slots	N/A
Network Protocols	IPv4 / IPv6	IPv4, IPv6, MPLS	IPv4, IPv6	IPv4 / IPv6	IPv4, IPv6, VPN
Power	400W	350W	800W	350W	150W
Power Source	AC Power Supply with Redundancy	AC Power Supply / Redundant	AC Power Supply with Redundant Option	AC Power Supply / Redundant	AC Power Supply
Product Name	MX204-R Enterprise Router	MX240-PREMIUM3-ACL	MX480BASE3-AC	MX240BASE3-ACL	MX480-PREMIUM2-AC
Product Type	Enterprise Router	Enterprise Router	Enterprise Router	Enterprise Router	Enterprise Router
QoS Features	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Remote Management	SSH / Telnet / SNMP / HTTPS	HTTPS, SSH, SNMP	SSH, Telnet, SNMP, HTTPS	SSH / HTTPS / SNMP	HTTPS / SNMP
Routing Protocols	OSPF / BGP / Static Routing	OSPF / BGP / Static Routing	OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / Static Routing	OSPF / BGP / Static Routing	Static Routing
Safety	N/A	N/A	UL Certified	N/A	UL Listed
Speed/Capacity	Gigabit	Gigabit	Gigabit	Gigabit	Gigabit
Stacking Capability	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Telecom	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Throughput Capacity	10 Gbps	1 Gbps	480 Gbps	15 Gbps	1 Gbps
Use Case	Enterprise / Industrial	Enterprise	Enterprise	Enterprise	Enterprise
VPN Support	IPSec / SSL VPN	IPSec / SSL VPN	IPSec / SSL VPN / MPLS VPN	IPSec / SSL VPN	IPSec / SSL VPN
WAN Configuration	Dual WAN	Dual WAN	Dual WAN	Dual WAN	Dual WAN
WAN Ports	2 WAN	2 WAN	2 WAN Ports	2 WAN Ports (SFP+)	2 WAN
Weight	35 lbs	28 lbs	50 lbs	22 lbs	25 lbs
Wi-Fi Standard	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Width	19.0 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	17 inches	19 inches
Wireless Support	No	No	No	No	No

Reviews & Ratings

Victor Hammond

Redundant mode provided extra confidence for production use.

Ali Raza

Failover was seamless during testing.

Jonas Bergstr'm

Compact yet resilient routing solution.

Sufyan Khan

Very stable for its size.

Edward Nolan

Excellent reliability for edge deployments.

Questions & Answers

What is the Juniper MX204-R chassis?

The MX204-R is a compact, high-performance router chassis designed for edge, aggregation, and small-scale core deployments. It supports advanced Junos OS features and delivers carrier-grade reliability in a 1U form factor.

Which fan trays and power supplies are included with the MX204-R?

The MX204-R ships with three hot-swappable fan trays and two redundant power supplies, ensuring continuous airflow and power redundancy for uninterrupted operation.

What does R mode signify on the MX204-R?

R mode indicates full redundancy: both power supplies and all fan trays operate in active-passive or active-active configurations to maximize uptime and fault tolerance.

What throughput capacity does the MX204-R deliver?

Configured in R mode, the MX204-R provides up to 1.2 Tbps of total throughput, accommodating high-bandwidth services and scalable network growth.

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MX204-R Overview

MX204-R price is $15,030.00, a 76.6% saving from the Juniper list price of $64,350.00. MX204-R is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

Request bulk order quote for MX204-R for additional pricing. Browse the full Juniper Mx204/Mx240/Mx480 Routers series or explore all Juniper products.

MX204-R Specifications

Product Type

Enterprise Router

VPN Support

IPSec / SSL VPN

Power Source

AC Power Supply with Redundancy

Routing Protocols

OSPF / BGP / 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

IPv4 / IPv6

Remote Management

SSH / Telnet / SNMP / HTTPS

Compliance Standards

FCC / CE / RoHS

Wireless Support

Speed/Capacity

Gigabit

Firewall Features

Yes

Features

VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / WAN Optimization

Use Case

Enterprise / Industrial

Management

Managed

Form Factor

Rack-mount

Integrated Services

Voice / Video / WAN Optimization

High Availability Support

Supported

Safety

N/A

EMC

N/A

Telecom

N/A

Throughput Capacity

10 Gbps

QoS Features

Supported

Built-in Security Features

Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection

Expansion Slots

NIM / SFP+

Modular Slots Available

3+ Slots

Stacking Capability

Yes

5G Support

Memory

4 GB

Flash Memory

512 MB

Interface Ports

RJ-45 / SFP+

Power

400W

Device Type

Router

Product Name

MX204-R Enterprise Router

Height

2.0 inches

Width

19.0 inches

Depth

18.0 inches

Weight

35 lbs