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MX240BASE-DC
MX240 4 Slot Base Chassis with 1 Fan Tray, 1 DC Power Supply...
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MX240BASE-DC Overview
MX240BASE-DC is a high-performance enterprise router engineered with a modular architecture and robust DC power options that ensure reliable and uninterrupted operation in mission-critical environments. Designed with multiple WAN and LAN interfaces, it delivers integrated security services—including advanced VPN capabilities and built-in firewall protection—while offering redundancy and high throughput to support demanding network traffic.
MX240BASE-DC features modular slots for expansion, ensuring future-proof adaptability and enhanced performance across diverse use cases, from enterprise branch networks to industrial environments. Optimized for high availability, this router incorporates integrated voice, video, and WAN optimization services, along with comprehensive remote management tools, making it ideal for organizations seeking scalable, secure, and reliable connectivity solutions.
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MX240BASE-DC Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Power Source
- DC Power Supply / Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- N/A
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 4 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6
- Remote Management
- CLI / Web Interface / SNMP
- Compliance Standards
- FCC / CE / UL
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- 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
- 2 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention
- 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
- 350W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- MX240BASE-DC
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
MX240BASE-DC Use Case
High-Performance Data Center Core Routing with MX240BASE-DC-MX240
In a global enterprise data center, network engineers deploy the MX240BASE-DC-MX240 4 Slot Base Chassis with 1 Fan Tray, 1 DC Power Supply and 1 SCB to aggregate multiple 10GbE links into 100GbE uplinks. This solution delivers sub-50 μs latency, 1.92 Tbps forwarding capacity and seamless scaling, reducing congestion and ensuring predictable performance during peak traffic surges.
Scalable Multi-Tenant Edge Services in Service Provider Networks
A telecommunications provider implements the MX240BASE-DC-MX240 4 Slot Base Chassis with 1 Fan Tray, 1 DC Power Supply and 1 SCB at the network edge to host MPLS VPN, VRF and policy-based routing for hundreds of business customers. The chassis’ modular architecture and 80 Gbps per-slot capacity enable rapid service provisioning, strict traffic isolation and 99.999% availability, driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Secure WAN Optimization and Compliance for Financial Institutions
A multinational bank integrates the MX240BASE-DC-MX240 4 Slot Base Chassis with 1 Fan Tray, 1 DC Power Supply and 1 SCB into its WAN to enforce end-to-end encryption, stateful firewall policies and application acceleration across branch offices. The platform’s deterministic performance and embedded security features ensure PCI DSS compliance, reduce latency by up to 40% and maintain uninterrupted connectivity for critical trading applications.
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX240BASE-DC |  CHAS-BP-MX240-S |  MX240-PREMIUM3-ACH |  MX240-PREM3-AC |  MX240-PREMIUM3-DC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | FCC / CE / UL | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE | FCC, CE, RoHS, UL | FCC, CE, UL |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 16.5 inches | 18 inches | 19 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | FCC Part 15, CE | 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+ | NIM | SFP+ | NIM | SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN / Firewall / Redundancy / Performance Optimization | VPN, Firewall, IPS, SD-WAN, QoS | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility and Control |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 1 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 4.5 inches | 1.75 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 | VPN, WAN Optimization, Security | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4 / IPv6 | TCP/IP, Ethernet, VPN protocols | IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP |
| Power | 350W | 250W | 350 Watt | 300W | 150W |
| Power Source | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Option | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | MX240BASE-DC | CHAS-BP-MX240-S | MX240-PREMIUM3-ACH | MX240-PREM3-AC | MX240-PREMIUM3-DC |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | CLI / Web Interface / SNMP | CLI, SNMP, Web GUI | SSH / HTTPS / SNMP | HTTPS, SNMP, Meraki Dashboard | HTTPS, SSH, SNMP, API |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | UL, IEC | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | ETSI, ITU | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 2 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec, SSL VPN, DMVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bilal Karim
5
Stable routing performance with simple configuration.
C
C'dric Moreau
5
Good airflow and no power alarms observed.
N
Noman Farid
5
Dependable option for DC environments.
S
Stefan Huber
5
Satisfied with overall stability and usability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Juniper MX240BASE-DC chassis?
The MX240BASE-DC is a Juniper Networks MX240 4-slot base chassis pre-configured with one fan tray, one -48 V DC power supply, and one Switch Control Board (SCB).
How many line-card slots does the MX240 4 Slot Base Chassis provide?
The MX240 4-slot chassis offers four interface card slots, enabling flexible deployment of routing and switching modules to meet network scalability requirements.
Which components are included with SKU MX240BASE-DC?
The MX240BASE-DC kit includes one MX240 4-slot chassis, one fan tray, a -48 V DC power supply, and one Switch Control Board (SCB) for system control.
What type of power supply comes with the MX240BASE-DC?
The MX240BASE-DC ships with a high-efficiency -48 V DC power supply designed for carrier-grade environments and redundant power deployment.