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What are Juniper Router Other Licenses?
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Juniper Router Other Licenses are add-on entitlements that enable advanced routing features, protocol support, and performance enhancements beyond the base Junos OS functionality.
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Which license types are included under Other Licenses?
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Other Licenses include perpetual, term-based, evaluation, and feature-specific keys for advanced protocols, performance tiers, and service integrations on Juniper routers.
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How can I purchase Juniper Router Other Licenses?
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Contact an authorized Juniper reseller or visit the Juniper e-store to select the required license type, term, and feature set for your router model.
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What is the process to install an Other License on my router?
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Obtain the license key file, upload it to the router via CLI or J-Web, then issue the ‘request system license add <filename>’ command and reboot if prompted.
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How do I activate a newly installed Other License?
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After installing the license file, use ‘show system license’ to verify activation. The router immediately enables licensed features without additional commands.
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How can I verify the status of my Other Licenses?
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Run ‘show system license’ in the CLI or check the License Manager section in J-Web to view active, expired, and pending licenses.
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Is it possible to transfer Other Licenses between routers?
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Yes. Deactivate the license on the source device with ‘request system license revoke’, retrieve the key file, then install and activate it on the target router.
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How do I upgrade or renew a term-based Other License?
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Contact your reseller before expiration to purchase a renewal key. Upload the new key via CLI or J-Web to extend the license term seamlessly.
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What is the expiration policy for evaluation licenses?
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Evaluation licenses are valid for a fixed trial period (typically 60 days). They automatically expire at the end of the term and revert to base functionality.
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How do term-based licenses differ from perpetual licenses?
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Term-based licenses expire after a defined period and require renewal. Perpetual licenses are permanent, with optional support and updates available for purchase.
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Are software upgrade entitlements included with Other Licenses?
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No. Software upgrade entitlements (SUE) are sold separately as Juniper Care support subscriptions and are not bundled with Other Licenses.
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Which advanced features require an Other License?
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Features such as MPLS-TE, EVPN, Carrier-Ethernet, enhanced QoS tiers, deep packet inspection, and session scaling require specific Other Licenses.
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How do I troubleshoot a failed license activation?
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Verify key validity, correct hostname, and chassis serial number. Check ‘show system license’ for errors, review /var/log/messages, then contact Juniper support if needed.
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How does Juniper handle license compliance audits?
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Juniper conducts periodic self-audits via license reporting tools. Customers must maintain valid records of installed license keys and usage per contract terms.
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Can I use Other Licenses with third-party modules?
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Other Licenses apply to Juniper OS features, not third-party hardware. Verify module compatibility in the product documentation before installing any license.
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What support options are available for Other Licenses?
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Juniper Care provides technical support, software updates, and hardware replacement. Support tiers include Foundation, Essential, and Advanced levels to match business needs.
