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- MX480 AC Premium Fully Redundant "Built to Stock" System with dual Switch control board (SCBE), dual RE-S-1800X4-16G, redundant AC Power and Fan trays
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MX480-PREM3-AC Overview
MX480-PREM3-AC is a high-performance enterprise router built with a modular architecture that supports advanced routing and integrated security services. It comes with an AC power supply and is equipped with dual WAN interfaces alongside multiple LAN ports to deliver robust connectivity, comprehensive VPN features, and integrated services such as WAN optimization for demanding enterprise environments.
This device offers exceptional throughput capacity and redundancy while providing reliable performance for a variety of use cases including secure branch connectivity, remote site integration, and data-intensive applications. Its modular capabilities, state‐of‐the‐art VPN support, and rigorous adherence to industry compliance ensure that MX480-PREM3-AC meets the high demands of modern network infrastructures.
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MX480-PREM3-AC Specifications
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Weight
- 30 lbs
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 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
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Modular Slots Available
- 2 Slots
- 5G Support
- No
- Device Type
- Router
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6
- Integrated Services
- Voice, Video, WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Broadband
- N/A
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Compliance Standards
- FCC, CE, RoHS
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection
- Architecture
- Modular
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Throughput Capacity
- 1 Gbps
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45, SFP
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- Features
- VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, WAN Optimization
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Power
- 250 W
- Routing Protocols
- Static Routing
- Remote Management
- WebUI, API, SNMP
- Product Name
- Cisco MX480-PREM3-AC
MX480-PREM3-AC Use Case
Tier-1 Service Provider Core Routing with Carrier-Grade Redundancy
In a national service provider core network handling 200 Tbps of MPLS traffic, the MX480-PREM3-AC-MX480 AC Premium Fully Redundant
Hyperscale Cloud Interconnect with Low-Latency EVPN Fabric
A global cloud provider uses the MX480-PREM3-AC-MX480 AC Premium Fully Redundant
Low-Latency Financial Trading Backbone with Zero-Touch Failover
In a stock exchange environment requiring sub-100 µs end-to-end latency, the MX480-PREM3-AC-MX480 AC Premium Fully Redundant
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX480-PREM3-AC |  CHAS-BP3-MX480-S |  MX240-PREM3-AC |  MX480-PREMIUM3-AC |  MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Fixed |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / N/A | N/A |
| 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 | CE / FCC / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS, UL | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 16 inches | 19 inches | N/A | 15 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | FCC Compliant | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | NIM / SFP+ | NIM | NIM | N/A |
| Features | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, WAN Optimization | VPN / Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | VPN, Firewall, IPS, SD-WAN, QoS | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, IPv6 Compatible | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, 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 | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 4 inches | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | VPN, WAN Optimization, Security | WAN Optimization, VPN | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System, Secure SD-WAN |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 1 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | N/A |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4 / IPv6 | TCP/IP, Ethernet, VPN protocols | IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP | IPv4, IPv6, VPN |
| Power | 250 W | 480W | 300W | 350W | 65 Watt |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundancy |
| Product Name | Cisco MX480-PREM3-AC | CHAS-BP3-MX480-S | MX240-PREM3-AC | MX480-PREMIUM3-AC | MX240-PREMIUM2-AC-LOW |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | WebUI, API, SNMP | SNMP / CLI / Web GUI | HTTPS, SNMP, Meraki Dashboard | CLI, SNMP, WebUI | Cloud Managed |
| Routing Protocols | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | UL Listed | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 1 Gbps | 480 Mbps | 1 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 625 Mbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| 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 | 30 lbs | 20 lbs | 35 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Faraz Ahmed
4
Failover testing showed no service impact.
G
Giorgio Conti
4
Excellent airflow and thermal management.
H
Hassan Jamil
5
Reliable under peak traffic conditions.
I
Isaac Morgan
4
Confidence worthy core platform.
Questions & Answers
What components are included with the MX480-PREM3-AC system?
The MX480-PREM3-AC ships as a fully redundant chassis with dual Switch Control Boards (SCBE), dual RE-S-1800X4-16G Routing Engines, two AC power supply trays, and dual fan trays for seamless high-availability.
What is the maximum forwarding capacity of the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The MX480-PREM3-AC delivers up to 1.44 Tbps of system forwarding capacity and processes up to 92 million packets per second, supporting large-scale service deployments.
Which operating system runs on the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The MX480-PREM3-AC runs Juniper Networks Junos OS, providing carrier-grade routing, MPLS, EVPN, segment routing and advanced automation capabilities.
How does redundancy work on the MX480-PREM3-AC?
Redundancy is achieved via dual SCBE control boards, dual RE-S-1800X4-16G engines, and hot-swap AC power and fan trays, ensuring uninterrupted control-plane and power-plane operations.
What modular interface options are supported in the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The MX480-PREM3-AC chassis supports up to 4 PIC slots for MPC, MIC or nFX feeding, enabling flexible port speeds from 1GbE to 400GbE per slot.
What memory and CPU resources are provided by the RE-S-1800X4-16G?
Each RE-S-1800X4-16G Routing Engine includes a quad-core CPU and 16 GB DDR4 memory, ensuring high-performance control-plane processing and ample route table capacity.
What are the power specifications of the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The system ships with two 2000 W AC power supplies, delivering N+1 redundancy. Typical power consumption is 650 W and maximum draw is 1800 W under full load.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The MX480-PREM3-AC measures 17.5" H × 17.5" W × 19.75" D and weighs 110 lbs fully loaded, fitting standard 19" data-center racks.
Which environmental conditions does the MX480-PREM3-AC support?
Operating temperature ranges from 0°C to 40°C, with relative humidity of 5%–90% non-condensing and operating altitude up to 5,000 m.
How do I install line cards in the MX480-PREM3-AC?
Power down the chassis, slide the line card into an available slot until it latches, reconnect power, and the system will auto-detect and provision the card.
Can I scale throughput on the MX480-PREM3-AC over time?
Yes. You can incrementally add or upgrade PIC modules and power supplies to scale from Gigabit to 400 GbE interfaces without replacing the chassis.
What software licenses are required for advanced features?
Basic MPLS is included with Junos OS. Advanced services like EVPN, segment routing or 5G packet core require optional feature licenses purchasable through Juniper.
What warranty and support options are available?
The MX480-PREM3-AC includes a one-year limited hardware warranty. Extended care, software support and advanced on-site exchange services are available via Juniper Care.
Which cooling architecture is used in the MX480-PREM3-AC?
The MX480-PREM3-AC uses front-to-back airflow, hot-swappable fan modules and adaptive variable-speed fans for efficient data-center cooling.
What use cases are ideal for the MX480-PREM3-AC?
Designed for service-provider edge, enterprise core and data-center interconnect, the MX480-PREM3-AC excels in high-density L3VPNs, MPLS, SD-WAN and 5G transport.
How do I configure high availability on the MX480-PREM3-AC?
Enable Graceful Routing Engine Switchover (GRES), non-stop routing (NSR) and dual SCBE options in Junos OS CLI to achieve seamless control-plane redundancy.