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MX480BASE-AC
CHASSIS MIDPLANE RE 1-SCB 3 AC PEM
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MX480BASE-AC is a fixed security appliance with an AC power supply designed for demanding enterprise networks. It features dual WAN connectivity and multiple LAN interfaces, integrating robust firewall functions, IPSec-based VPN support, and embedded services that deliver content filtering and WAN optimization without compromise.
This device offers modular capabilities for potential future scalability while guaranteeing high throughput, redundancy, and consistent performance. Its architecture is optimized for secure site-to-site and remote VPN applications, making it ideal for enterprise use cases that demand reliable network resilience and efficient integrated services.
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In a national telecom network, the MX480 base AC chassis with MIDPLANE RE 1-SCB and 3 AC PEM delivers high-density 100 GbE routing, N+1 power redundancy, and hot-swappable upgrades to support over 800 Gbps of backbone traffic. This configuration ensures carrier-grade availability (99.999%), streamlined operations via integrated monitoring, and seamless capacity scaling for peak demand.
A global securities exchange leverages the MX480 base AC chassis with MIDPLANE RE 1-SCB and triple AC power modules to achieve sub-200 ns processing at line rate across 100 GbE links. The resilient midplane architecture and power supply redundancy eliminate latency spikes, delivering deterministic performance and meeting stringent SLAs for high-frequency trading.
A leading cloud provider deploys the MX480 base AC chassis with MIDPLANE RE 1-SCB and 3 AC PEM in its spine-leaf topology to aggregate multi-tenant 10/25/40/100 GbE traffic. This solution provides extreme port density, energy-efficient AC power delivery, and seamless scaling, resulting in a 25% reduction in power consumption, improved throughput, and faster service provisioning.
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 MX480BASE-AC |  MX240BASE3-DC |  MX480BASE3-AC |  MX480-PREMIUM2-AC |  CHAS-BP3-MX240-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Fixed | Fixed | Modular Chassis | Fixed | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic |
| 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 | FCC, CE, RoHS | RoHS, FCC, CE | CE, FCC | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | 18.4 inches | 20 inches | 17 inches | 20 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | EN 55032 | 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 | N/A | SFP+ | NIM, SFP+ | N/A | NIM |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, IDS/IPS, URL Filtering | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, Redundancy | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS, QoS, Redundancy | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / SD-WAN | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | N/A | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | 2.1 inches | 4.5 inches | 1.75 inches | 2.5 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | WAN Optimization, Content Filtering | Voice, VPN | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | N/A | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization |
| 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 | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | N/A | 4 GB | 8 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | N/A | 1 Slot | 3+ Slots | N/A | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6, IPSec | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, VPN | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS |
| Power | N/A | 240 W | 800W | 150W | 250 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Option | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | MX480BASE-AC | MX240BASE3-DC | MX480BASE3-AC | MX480-PREMIUM2-AC | CHAS-BP3-MX240-S |
| Product Type | Security Appliance | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | Cloud-based management | SNMP, CLI, WebUI | SSH, Telnet, SNMP, HTTPS | HTTPS / SNMP | HTTPS, SSH, SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / Static Routing | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | UL Listed | UL Certified | UL Listed | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec VPN (Meraki Auto 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 Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | N/A | 30 lbs | 50 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 17.2 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Base AC chassis provides a strong foundation for scalable core routing.
Reliable midplane and clean airflow design. Easy to build out.
Stable operation since deployment with no power related issues.
Good base configuration for customized MX480 builds.
Enterprise grade chassis with predictable performance.
The MX480BASE-AC - Chassis Midplane RE 1-SCB 3 AC PEM is an OEM midplane assembly for Juniper MX480 routers, integrating power entry, signal distribution and control-plane connectivity to ensure optimal system reliability and performance.
This midplane assembly is fully compatible with Juniper Networks MX480 routers using Route Engine (RE) slots and a 3-slot AC power entry module (PEM) configuration in the base chassis.
Key features include integrated AC power entry, redundant signal buses, support for Route Engine 1, hot-swap capability, full back-plane bandwidth and compliance with Juniper MX480 performance specifications.
The AC Power Entry Module (PEM) provides dual 100–240 VAC input, internal surge protection, intelligent load sharing across three modules and real-time power monitoring to maintain uninterrupted operation.