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MX960BASE-DC
CHASSIS MIDPLANE RE 2-SCB 2 DC PEM
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MX960BASE-DC Overview
MX960BASE-DC is a high-performance enterprise router built on a robust, modular chassis architecture designed specifically for data center environments. It features dedicated DC power options, multiple configurable WAN and LAN interface modules, integrated advanced services including IPsec, SSL, GRE, and DMVPN VPN capabilities, and scalable expansion that ensures high throughput and built-in redundancy.
MX960BASE-DC delivers consistent, enterprise-grade performance with its modular design and comprehensive integrated services that support voice, video, and WAN optimization. Its advanced routing protocols, built‑in firewall and security features, and high availability design make it ideally suited for mission‑critical applications in large-scale business and industrial use cases.
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MX960BASE-DC Specifications
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Ethernet Technology
- 10G
- Weight
- 75 lbs
- Height
- 4.5 inches
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Wireless Support
- No
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Management
- Managed
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- QoS Features
- Supported
- 5G Support
- No
- Device Type
- Router
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Broadband
- N/A
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Integrated Services
- Voice / Video / WAN Optimization
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6, MPLS
- LAN Ports
- Modular LAN
- Connectivity Type
- Wired / Ethernet
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
- WAN Ports
- Modular WAN
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN
- Power Source
- DC Power Supply / Redundant
- Features
- VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- Speed/Capacity
- 10gb
- Memory
- 8 GB
- Throughput Capacity
- 40 Gbps
- Power
- 650 W
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP+
- Remote Management
- SSH, Telnet, SNMP, NetConf
- Compliance Standards
- CE, FCC, RoHS
- Architecture
- Modular / Aggregation
- Expansion Slots
- EHWIC / SM-X
- Product Name
- MX960BASE-DC
MX960BASE-DC Use Case
Carrier-Grade Core Routing with 99.999% Uptime
In a Tier-1 ISP’s global core network, the MX960BASE-DC-CHASSIS MIDPLANE RE 2-SCB 2 DC PEM delivers dual route engines, redundant switch control boards and DC power entry modules for non-stop IPv4/IPv6 routing. Its midplane architecture supports in-service software upgrades and seamless failover, ensuring uninterrupted packet forwarding across distributed PoPs. Benefit: Achieves carrier-grade reliability (>99.999% uptime), eliminates planned downtime, and reduces OPEX through simplified power and control-plane redundancy.
Hyperscale Data Center Spine Router with Modular Scalability
A leading cloud provider deploys the MX960BASE-DC-CHASSIS MIDPLANE RE 2-SCB 2 DC PEM as the spine in a leaf-spine fabric to handle massive east-west traffic flows. Its midplane design and dual SCBs enable in-service line-card expansion and dynamic scaling up to 80 Tbps of switching capacity without traffic disruption. Benefit: Delivers ultra-low latency (<500 µs), on-demand throughput growth, and streamlined power distribution, optimizing CapEx and accelerating service rollout.
5G Mobile Backhaul Aggregation Node for Low-Latency Transport
A national mobile operator leverages the MX960BASE-DC-CHASSIS MIDPLANE RE 2-SCB 2 DC PEM at regional aggregation hubs to consolidate 5G cell-site backhaul. Dual DC PEM modules and redundant SCBs ensure power diversity and control-plane resilience, while the midplane supports QoS-driven line cards for guaranteed SLAs. Benefit: Ensures sub-10 ms latency, 100% service continuity during maintenance, and simplified power infrastructure, accelerating reliable 5G deployments.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| MX960BASE-DC |  MX960BASE-AC-ECM |  MX960-PREMIUM2-AC-ECM |  CHAS-BP-MX960-S |  MX960-PREMIUM2-DC-ECM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular / Aggregation | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic | 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 | CE, FCC, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | IEEE / ANSI | RoHS, FCC, CE | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired / Ethernet | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | N/A | 20 inches | 16 inches | 28 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 / 10G |
| Expansion Slots | EHWIC / SM-X | NIM | NIM, SFP+ | NIM | NIM, EHWIC, SM-X, SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, High Availability, QoS | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, SD-WAN, WAN Optimization | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS, Redundancy |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis | Rack-mount | Chassis |
| Height | 4.5 inches | N/A | 4.5 inches | 4 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, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | Modular LAN | Modular LAN | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | Modular LAN |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, SNMP | BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, MPLS, VPN |
| Power | 650 W | 350 W | 350 Watts | 350W | 800 Watts |
| Power Source | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | AC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | MX960BASE-DC | MX960BASE-AC-ECM | MX960-PREMIUM2-AC-ECM | CHAS-BP-MX960-S | MX960-PREMIUM2-DC-ECM |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, Telnet, SNMP, NetConf | SSH, SNMP, Telnet, HTTPS | SSH, SNMP, HTTPS | HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH, Telnet, SNMP, RESTCONF |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | 10gb | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | 10gb |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 40 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 4.5 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise / Business | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | Modular WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN |
| Weight | 75 lbs | N/A | 60 lbs | 25 lbs | 90 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17 inches | 17 inches | 20 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bilal Rauf
4
Good airflow design and easy initial setup.
C
Cyril Fontaine
5
Stable operation since commissioning.
I
Imran Siddiq
5
Dependable base chassis for MX960 deployments.
J
Jonas Feldman
4
Satisfied with reliability and build quality.
Questions & Answers
What is the Juniper MX960BASE-DC chassis?
The MX960BASE-DC is a modular base chassis for the Juniper MX960 router series, featuring a midplane, two Routing Engine bays, two Switch Control Board slots, and dual DC power entry modules, delivering up to 960 Gbps of switching capacity.
What components are included with SKU MX960BASE-DC?
MX960BASE-DC ships with the midplane assembly, two Juniper Routing Engines, two Switch Control Boards, two DC Power Entry Modules, fan trays, and mounting brackets for 19" racks.
How many line-card slots does the MX960BASE-DC support?
The MX960BASE-DC chassis supports up to 12 modular Packet Forwarding Engine slots (MPC/PIC line cards), enabling flexible port density and interface types.
What type of power entry modules (PEMs) are in the MX960BASE-DC?
The chassis includes two hot-swappable DC Power Entry Modules, each supporting -38.4 V to -72 V DC input with DC-to-DC conversion and integrated current sharing.
What are the DC power input specifications for MX960BASE-DC?
MX960BASE-DC accepts a DC voltage range of -38.4 V to -72 V, nominal -48 V DC, with each PEM rated for up to 6 kW and full N+1 redundancy.
Can MX960BASE-DC be deployed in a redundant DC configuration?
Yes. Dual DC PEMs and dual Routing Engines provide full redundancy. You can connect each PEM to separate power feeds for continuous operation.
What is the maximum switching capacity of the MX960BASE-DC?
The MX960BASE-DC chassis delivers up to 960 Gbps of fabric bandwidth per Switch Control Board, supporting carrier-grade traffic aggregation and routing.
Which Junos OS versions support the MX960BASE-DC?
MX960BASE-DC is supported on Junos OS releases 12.3R4 and later. For detailed compatibility, refer to the Juniper Networks Release Notes for MX960.
How do I install the MX960BASE-DC chassis and power modules?
Mount the chassis in a 19" rack using provided brackets, slide in the Routing Engines, SCBs, and fan trays, then insert DC PEMs into their slots. Follow the Hardware Installation Guide for torque and airflow orientation.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of MX960BASE-DC?
The MX960BASE-DC measures 27.5" W × 6.15" H × 23.5" D (3.5 RU) and weighs approximately 110 lbs (49.9 kg) when fully populated.
What cooling and airflow requirements are needed for MX960BASE-DC?
MX960BASE-DC uses front-to-back airflow with hot-swappable fan trays. Each tray delivers 350 CFM; maintain a minimum ambient intake temperature of 0 °C to 40 °C for NEBS compliance.
Is the MX960BASE-DC chassis hot-swappable?
Yes. The Routing Engines, Switch Control Boards, DC PEMs, and fan trays are fully hot-swappable to ensure zero-downtime maintenance.
What environmental standards does MX960BASE-DC meet?
MX960BASE-DC is NEBS Level 3 certified, ETSI compliant, RoHS-5/6 compliant, and meets GR-63 and GR-1089 environmental and seismic regulations.
What warranty and support options are available for MX960BASE-DC?
MX960BASE-DC comes with a one-year limited hardware warranty. Juniper Care and Juniper Care Plus service contracts offer extended support, on-site spares, and software updates.
How can I order spare parts or additional modules for MX960BASE-DC?
Spare parts, Routing Engines, SCBs, PEMs, and fan trays can be ordered through Juniper authorized resellers or directly via Juniper’s e-store using the corresponding part numbers.
Where can I find MX960BASE-DC product documentation and configuration guides?
Comprehensive installation guides, hardware specifications, and software configuration manuals are available on the Juniper Networks TechLibrary at https://www.juniper.net/documentation.