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MX240 4 Slot Base 3 Chassis with Highline AC Power
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MX240BASE3-ACH Overview
MX240BASE3-ACH is built on a modular architecture that delivers robust performance with flexible AC power options and redundant supplies. It features dual WAN interfaces paired with multiple LAN ports to ensure secured, high-speed connectivity in enterprise network environments.
MX240BASE3-ACH integrates advanced services such as WAN optimization and VPN capabilities, providing secure remote connectivity and built-in firewall protection. Its modular design supports expansion through additional slots, high throughput capacity with redundant performance, and is ideally suited for demanding enterprise and critical infrastructure use cases.
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MX240BASE3-ACH Specifications
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Weight
- 14 lbs
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Wireless Support
- No
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Management
- Managed
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- 5G Support
- No
- Device Type
- Router
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- LAN Ports
- 4 LAN Ports
- Network Protocols
- IPv4 / IPv6
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply / Redundant
- Connectivity Type
- Wired / Ethernet
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
- Architecture
- Modular
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Throughput Capacity
- 2 Gbps
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE
- Power
- 250W
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / Redundancy
- Safety
- UL / CSA
- EMC
- EN 55032 / EN 55024
- Height
- 2.2 inches
- Integrated Services
- WAN Optimization
- Remote Management
- HTTP / HTTPS / SNMP / SSH
- Compliance Standards
- FCC / CE / RoHS / ISO 9001
- Telecom
- ITU-T / IEEE
- Product Name
- MX240BASE3-ACH
MX240BASE3-ACH Use Case
High-Performance Enterprise Edge Routing with MX240BASE3-ACH-MX240
Scenario: A multinational retail corporation deploys the MX240BASE3-ACH-MX240 4 Slot Base 3 Chassis with Highline AC Power across 100+ branch locations to handle peak holiday traffic and secure payment transactions. The chassis integrates three modular line cards delivering up to 480 Gbps of concurrent throughput and advanced security policies at the network edge. Outcome: 30% reduction in latency, 99.999% site uptime, and centralized policy enforcement—driving seamless customer experiences and protecting sensitive data in real time.
Scalable Data Center Spine-and-Leaf Fabric for Cloud-Ready Infrastructure
Scenario: A regional cloud service provider implements the MX240BASE3-ACH-MX240 as the spine node in a leaf-and-spine topology to accommodate dynamic VM migrations and multi-tenant VLAN segmentation. The highline AC power supply ensures power redundancy while the four-slot chassis supports mixed 10/40/100GbE line cards for flexible bandwidth allocation. Outcome: 2× improvement in east-west traffic performance, automated orchestration via Junos OS, and a 25% increase in data center rack density—enabling rapid service provisioning and SLA compliance.
5G Mobile Backhaul Aggregation for Tier-1 Service Providers
Scenario: A Tier-1 mobile operator leverages the MX240BASE3-ACH-MX240 to aggregate multiple 5G macro cell sites into a resilient backhaul network. The chassis’s highline AC power module protects against power fluctuations at remote sites, while integrated BGP and MPLS features support end-to-end QoS and traffic engineering. Outcome: 40% growth in backhaul capacity, dynamic failover under 50 ms, and guaranteed sub-10 ms packet delivery—ensuring consistent throughput for high-bandwidth applications and premium mobile subscriber experiences.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX240BASE3-ACH |  MX480-PREM3-AC |  MX480-PREM3-DC |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-HIGH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / LTE |
| 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 | FCC / CE / RoHS / ISO 9001 | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired / Ethernet | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 15 inches | 18 inches | 17 inches | 15 inches | 15 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | EN 55032 / EN 55024 | 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 | NIM | NIM, EHWIC | N/A | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / Redundancy | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, WAN Optimization | VPN, Firewall, MPLS, IPv6 Compatible | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, SD-WAN | VPN, Firewall, QoS, Redundancy |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 2.2 inches | 1.75 inches | 4 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System, Secure SD-WAN | Voice, Video |
| 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 | Modular LAN | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 1 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | N/A | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | TCP/IP, MPLS, VoIP, IPTV | IPv4, IPv6, VPN | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Power | 250W | 250 W | 450W | 65 Watt | 350W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundancy | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | MX240BASE3-ACH | Cisco MX480-PREM3-AC | MX480-PREM3-DC | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-HIGH |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | HTTP / HTTPS / SNMP / SSH | WebUI, API, SNMP | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | Cloud Managed | SSH, Telnet, HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | UL / CSA | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | ITU-T / IEEE | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 2 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 625 Mbps | 2 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 14 lbs | 30 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
W
Waleed Asghar
4
Easy to rack and commission. No issues so far.
J
Jonas Falk
4
Reliable base platform for gradual expansion.
R
Rashid Akhtar
5
Good performance for core and aggregation roles.
M
Marco Vitale
5
Meets enterprise expectations for AC deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is the MX240 4 Slot Base 3 Chassis with Highline AC Power (MX240BASE3-ACH)?
The MX240BASE3-ACH is a Juniper Networks MX240 router chassis featuring four line-card slots, a Base-3 configuration, and a Highline AC power supply for carrier-grade performance.
What components are included with the MX240BASE3-ACH?
The MX240BASE3-ACH package includes the 4-slot chassis, one Highline AC power supply, a fan tray, installation rails, and mounting hardware.
What is the maximum throughput supported by the MX240BASE3-ACH?
The MX240BASE3-ACH delivers up to 1.2 Tbps of full-duplex packet forwarding capacity when fully populated with compatible line cards.
How many line cards can be installed in the MX240BASE3-ACH chassis?
The MX240BASE3-ACH supports up to four line cards, allowing scalable port density and interface flexibility.
Which routing engines are compatible with the MX240BASE3-ACH?
The MX240BASE3-ACH is compatible with Juniper’s RE-BB, RE-LL, and RE-2 RE families to support advanced control-plane functions.
What power supply does the MX240 4 Slot Base 3 Chassis use?
The MX240BASE3-ACH uses a Highline AC power supply delivering redundant 2500W output for continuous operation.
Does the MX240BASE3-ACH support power supply redundancy?
Yes, the MX240BASE3-ACH chassis supports dual Highline AC power supplies for N+1 redundancy and uninterrupted service.
What is the typical power consumption of the MX240BASE3-ACH?
Typical power consumption for a fully populated MX240BASE3-ACH chassis is approximately 900W to 1500W, depending on installed modules.
How is the MX240 chassis cooled?
The MX240BASE3-ACH includes front-to-back redundant fan trays that maintain optimal airflow and thermal performance.
Which Junos OS features are supported on the MX240BASE3-ACH?
The MX240BASE3-ACH supports Junos OS advanced routing, MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, Segment Routing, and full VPN/MPLS feature sets.
What are the dimensions and weight of the MX240BASE3-ACH chassis?
The MX240BASE3-ACH measures 17.4” W × 20.2” D × 3.5” H and weighs 33 lbs (15 kg) without line cards or power supplies.
What environmental standards does the MX240BASE3-ACH meet?
The MX240BASE3-ACH complies with NEBS Level 3, ETSI, and operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C for carrier environments.
How is the MX240BASE3-ACH installed in a server rack?
Mount the included rails in a standard 19-inch rack, slide the MX240BASE3-ACH chassis into position, and secure with screws.
What management interfaces are available on the MX240BASE3-ACH?
The MX240BASE3-ACH provides a console port, out-of-band Ethernet management port, and USB ports for local and remote administration.
What warranty and support options are offered for the MX240BASE3-ACH?
Juniper offers a one-year limited hardware warranty, with optional support upgrades including Juniper Care for 24×7 hardware replacement.
How can I order replacement parts for the MX240BASE3-ACH?
Contact your Juniper Networks reseller or visit the Juniper Support Portal and reference SKU MX240BASE3-ACH for replacement components.