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MX480-PREMIUM2-DC Overview
MX480-PREMIUM2-DC is a high-performance modular enterprise router engineered for scalability and reliability, featuring a robust architecture and DC power options that ensure continuous operation. Designed with multiple WAN and LAN interfaces, it delivers integrated services alongside advanced VPN capabilities to securely connect distributed networks.
With modular expansion and built-in redundancy, MX480-PREMIUM2-DC is capable of handling demanding throughput and performance requirements in mission‐critical environments. Its comprehensive features make it an ideal solution for enterprise use cases that require secure, high-speed connectivity and advanced network services.
MX480-PREMIUM2-DC price is $82,871.00, a 39.6% saving from the Juniper list price of $137,135.00. MX480-PREMIUM2-DC is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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MX480-PREMIUM2-DC Specifications
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Weight
- 35 lbs
- Width
- 17 in
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Compliance Standards
- FCC, CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Management
- Managed
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall, Intrusion Prevention
- 5G Support
- No
- Device Type
- Router
- Integrated Services
- Voice, Video, WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Broadband
- N/A
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- LAN Ports
- 4 LAN Ports
- Connectivity Type
- Wired / Ethernet
- Architecture
- Modular
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Power
- 350 W
- Throughput Capacity
- 2 Gbps
- Power Source
- DC Power Supply / Redundant
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- Depth
- 20 in
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45, SFP, Combo Ports
- Form Factor
- Chassis / Rack-mount
- Expansion Slots
- NIM, SFP+
- Remote Management
- CLI, Web GUI, SNMP
- Network Protocols
- BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Static
- Features
- VPN, Redundancy, Modular, Firewall
- Product Name
- MX480-PREMIUM2-DC
- Height
- 4 in
MX480-PREMIUM2-DC Use Case
High-Availability Enterprise Data Center Edge with MX480-PREMIUM2-DC-MX480-BASE-AC
A global financial services firm deploys MX480-PREMIUM2-DC-MX480-BASE-AC with configurable redundant Routing Engine SCBs and dual PEM modules at its primary data center edge to deliver hybrid cloud connectivity and business-critical applications. In a live migration to AWS and Azure, the dual-RE architecture provides sub-50 ms failover and 400 Gbps of firewall-bypassed throughput, ensuring 99.999% uptime for trading platforms. The outcome is uninterrupted transaction processing, consistent compliance with SLAs, and simplified operational management through Junos automation.
Service Provider Core Aggregation and High-Density 100 GbE Backbone
A Tier-1 telecom operator consolidates regional PoPs using MX480-PREMIUM2-DC-MX480-BASE-AC equipped with configurable redundant RE SCBs and power entry modules (PEMs). Supporting up to 20 slots of 100 GbE line cards, the deployment aggregates mobile backhaul and enterprise VPN traffic, delivering 800 Gbps per chassis with sub-100 µs latency. The dual control-plane resiliency and hot-swap PEMs minimize maintenance windows, while trunk-level QoS and deep buffer management reduce packet loss under peak load. The result is scalable subscriber growth at 30% lower OPEX and deterministic SLAs for latency-sensitive services.
Cloud-Scale Multitenant Virtual Services and NFV Infrastructure
A hyperscale cloud provider leverages MX480-PREMIUM2-DC-MX480-BASE-AC with configurable redundant routing engines and hot-swappable PEMs to host virtual CPE (vCPE), SD-WAN, and secure VPN offerings. Integrated with Junos Fusion and Virtual Chassis technology, the solution partitions a single physical chassis into multiple logical routers, ensuring strict tenant isolation and per-slice traffic engineering. The redundant RE SCBs deliver consistent control-plane performance, while dual power feeds guarantee 24/7 availability. Customers benefit from rapid on-demand provisioning, PCI DSS compliance, and predictable performance at cloud-native scale.
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX480-PREMIUM2-DC |  MX240-PREMIUM3-DC |  MX480-PREM3-DC |  MX240-PREMIUM3-ACH |  MX240BASE3-ACL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic |
| 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 | FCC, CE, UL | FCC, CE | FCC / CE | FCC / CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired / Ethernet | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 20 in | 18 inches | 17 inches | 18 inches | 18 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+ | SFP+ | NIM, EHWIC | SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN, Redundancy, Modular, Firewall | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility and Control | VPN, Firewall, MPLS, IPv6 Compatible | VPN / Firewall / Redundancy / Performance Optimization | VPN / ACL / Firewall / Intrusion Prevention |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 1 GB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Chassis / Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount Chassis | Chassis | Rack-mount |
| Height | 4 in | 1.75 inches | 4 inches | 4.5 inches | 4 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | VoIP / WAN Optimization / Video |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP, Combo Ports | 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 | 4 LAN Ports (RJ-45) |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Static | IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP | TCP/IP, MPLS, VoIP, IPTV | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 350 W | 150W | 450W | 350 Watt | 350W |
| Power Source | DC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Option | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | MX480-PREMIUM2-DC | MX240-PREMIUM3-DC | MX480-PREM3-DC | MX240-PREMIUM3-ACH | MX240BASE3-ACL |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP | HTTPS, SSH, SNMP, API | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH / HTTPS / SNMP | SSH / HTTPS / SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 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 | 2 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 15 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec, SSL VPN, DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN Ports (SFP+) |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 22 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 in | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
L
Lars Holmgren
5
Redundant DC power behaved predictably.
M
Majid Hussain
4
No outages since installation.
N
Nikolay Ivanov
5
Good fit for DC environments.
O
Omar Farooq
5
Satisfied with reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Juniper MX480-PREMIUM2-DC and MX480-BASE-AC?
The Juniper MX480-PREMIUM2-DC and MX480-BASE-AC is a high-performance edge router featuring configurable redundant Routing Engines, Switch Control Boards, and Power Entry Modules designed for scalable, carrier-grade networks.
What are the key performance features of the MX480-PREMIUM2-DC?
The MX480-PREMIUM2-DC delivers up to 2 Tbps of system throughput, wire-speed 256-bit IPsec, and 240 Gbps per-slot capacity with integrated hardware acceleration for advanced network services.
How does configurable redundant Routing Engines enhance network reliability?
Configurable redundant Routing Engines provide active-standby failover to maintain continuous control-plane operations and minimize service disruptions during maintenance or hardware failures.
What power configurations are available for the MX480-BASE-AC with configurable PEM?
The MX480-BASE-AC supports dual AC Power Entry Modules for N+N redundancy, enabling hot-swappable power supplies to ensure uninterrupted operation in diverse data center environments.
What role do Switch Control Boards play in the MX480 architecture?
Switch Control Boards provide high-speed packet switching fabric with up to 480 Gbps per SCB, enabling low-latency forwarding and dynamic resource allocation across line cards.
What is the routing capacity of the Juniper MX480?
The Juniper MX480 delivers up to 2 Tbps of throughput and supports over 1.3 million routes, making it ideal for large-scale IP/MPLS deployments.
How scalable is the MX480 for future network growth?
With support for up to 10 line-card slots, six fan trays, and eight power supplies, the MX480 scales horizontally to meet evolving bandwidth and service requirements without forklift upgrades.
Which network environments are ideal for the MX480?
The MX480 is ideal for service provider edge, data center interconnect, and large campus core deployments requiring high throughput, carrier-grade reliability, and advanced routing services.
How do I configure high availability on the MX480 chassis?
High availability is configured by installing dual Routing Engines, redundant SCBs, and N+1 power supplies, then enabling Graceful Routing Engine Switchover and nonstop active routing in Junos OS.
What management interfaces does the MX480 support?
The MX480 offers out-of-band management via a dedicated RJ-45 port, console access over USB or RJ-45, and support for SNMP, NETCONF, J-Web, and Juniper Contrail Management Pack.
How does the MX480 support network virtualization?
The MX480 supports Virtual Chassis Fabric, logical systems, and Routed VLAN Interfaces to partition hardware resources and deliver multi-tenant and hybrid cloud services.
What are the environmental specifications of the MX480?
The MX480 operates in 0°C to 40°C ambient temperatures, 5% to 85% non-condensing humidity, and meets NEBS Level 3 and ETSI ETS 300 019 standards for telecom-grade reliability.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the MX480?
The MX480 chassis measures 6.75 x 21.5 x 25.1 inches (H x W x D) and weighs approximately 87 lbs without modules, accommodating up to 10 line cards.
How is licensing handled on the MX480 platform?
The MX480 uses Juniper FLEX licenses for features such as MPLS, BGP, and advanced security services, enabling on-demand feature activation without hardware changes.
What support and warranty options are available for the MX480?
Juniper offers a standard one-year hardware warranty, with optional J-Care, J-Protect, and J-Assist support tiers for 24×7 technical assistance, software updates, and expedited hardware replacement.
How can I integrate the MX480 into an existing network architecture?
The MX480 integrates seamlessly with Juniper and multi-vendor networks via BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and supports automation through Ansible, Chef, and RESTful APIs.