Juniper MX204-HW-BASE 400G Edge Router
$16,347.58List price: $46,442.00
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1U MX204 routing platform with 8 SFP+ and 4 QSFP+ ports, 400 Gbps of routing capacity and front-to-back airflow, sold as an integrated base system with perpetual standard Junos.
Support & Licensing for the MX204-HW-BASE
The MX204-HW-BASE comes with Juniper's standard Junos software. Most buyers add Juniper Care support; routing and VPN features such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS and EVPN need an Advanced 1 or Premium 1 license. Not sure what you need? Call (984) 225-1600 or request a quote and we'll spec it with you.
1Juniper Care support recommended
A support contract from Juniper for the MX204-HW-BASE. Every level includes 24/7 tech support and software updates; they differ in how fast a failed part is replaced.
- Core24/7 Juniper tech support (JTAC) and software updates. No hardware replacement.SVC-COR-MX204-B$1,684 / yr
- Core PlusCore, plus repair or replacement shipped within 10 business days of Juniper receiving the failed part.SVC-CP-MX204-B$1,895 / yr
- Next DayCore, plus a replacement part delivered the next business day (RMA issued by 3 p.m. local time).SVC-ND-MX204-B$2,105 / yr
- Same DayCore, plus a replacement part delivered within 4 hours, 24/7.SVC-SD-MX204-B$3,369 / yr
More levels: onsite technician and 2-hour delivery
- Next Day OnsiteNext Day delivery, plus a technician on site to install the replacement part.SVC-NDCE-MX204-B$2,632 / yr
- Same Day OnsiteSame Day delivery, plus a technician on site to install the replacement part.SVC-SDCE-MX204-B$4,210 / yr
- Same Day 2-HourCore, plus a replacement part delivered within 2 hours, 24/7.SVC-SD2-MX204-B$4,379 / yr
Delivery times depend on your location. Onsite technicians handle hardware replacement; software questions go to JTAC.
2Feature license optional
Each license covers 400G of capacity (4 x 100GbE) on the MX204-HW-BASE. Licenses are per router.
Advanced 1
Includes:
- BGP, OSPF, IS-IS and RIP routing
- MPLS: LDP, RSVP, segment routing and SRv6
- EVPN (MPLS and VXLAN), VPLS and L2 circuits
- Pseudowire headend termination (L2 and L3)
- Timing (PTP, SyncE), QoS, MC-LAG and ESI-LAG
- J-Flow monitoring
- Up to 32 L3 VPNs and 8 multicast VPNs
Per 400G of capacity
Subscription Includes Juniper software support. 1-year terms are renewals onlyS-MX-4C-A1-C1-1/3/5
Perpetual One-time purchase, without software supportS-MX-4C-A1-C1-P
Premium 1
Everything in Advanced 1, plus:
- Full L3 VPN and multicast VPN scale
- Inline NAT
- 1:1 inline J-Flow
- Video monitoring (MDI)
Per 400G of capacity
Subscription Includes Juniper software support. 1-year terms are renewals onlyS-MX-4C-P1-C1-1/3/5
Perpetual One-time purchase, without software supportS-MX-4C-P1-C1-P
3Add-on licenses only if you need them
- Mist Routing AssuranceMonitor this router from the Juniper Mist cloud, with router insights and service-level tracking.S-RA-S-C2-1/5/7
- Marvis AI assistantAI troubleshooting in Juniper Mist. An add-on to Routing Assurance.S-RA-A-C2-1/3/5/7
- SecIntel threat feedsJuniper's cloud-delivered threat intelligence, so the router can block traffic to and from known malicious hosts.S-MX204-S-SECI-1/3/5
About the MX204-HW-BASE
The MX204-HW-BASE is the integrated base SKU of the MX204: a fixed 1U router with 8 SFP+ ports, 4 QSFP+ ports and 32 GB of memory, rated for 400 Gbps of routing capacity. It runs Junos OS and uses front-to-back airflow.
It is sold as base hardware with standard Junos software on a perpetual basis. For a specific power type, order the MX204-HWBASE-AC-FS or MX204-HWBASE-DC-FS. The AC and DC versions below are listed separately.
What’s included
- MX204 router with 8 SFP+ and 4 QSFP+ ports and front-to-back airflow
- Standard Junos software, perpetual
Sold separately
- Advanced and Premium licenses and Juniper Care, listed in Support & Licensing above
Choosing a version
- MX204-HW-BASE (this page): base system, front-to-back airflow
- MX204-HWBASE-AC-FS: base system, AC power, front-to-back airflow
- MX204-HWBASE-DC-FS: base system, DC power, front-to-back airflow
Not sure which version you need? Call (984) 225-1600 or request a quote and we’ll check it against your rack and network.
MX204-HW-BASE specifications
| Network ports | 8x SFP+, 4x QSFP+ |
|---|---|
| Routing capacity | 400 Gbps |
| Form factor | 1U, fixed chassis |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.6 x 18.5 in (4.4 x 44.7 x 47 cm) |
| Weight (as shipped) | 22.7 lb / 10.29 kg |
| Airflow | Front-to-back |
| Power supplies | 2 (1+1 redundant, hot-swappable) |
| Fans | 3x JNP-FAN-1RU (hot-swappable) |
| CPU | 1.6-GHz Intel 8 Core X86 |
| Memory | 32 GB |
| Storage | 200 (100+100) GB SSD |
| Operating temperature | 32° through 104° F / 0° through 40° C |
| Operating system | Junos OS |
Full specifications (45)
Network ports
| SFP+ Ports | 8 |
|---|---|
| QSFP+ Ports | 4 |
| QSFP+ Port Channelization | Yes |
Management and other ports
| Console Ports | 1 |
|---|---|
| Console Port Type | RJ-45 |
| Management Ports | 1 |
| Management Port Type | RJ-45 |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| USB Port Type | Type A |
| 10 MHz Port | Yes |
| BITS Port | Yes |
| PPS Port | Yes |
| PTP Port | Yes |
| ToD Port | Yes |
Chassis
| Chassis type | Fixed |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Chassis Height | 1.72 in / 4.3688 cm |
| Chassis Width | 17.6 in / 44.7 cm |
| Chassis Depth | 18.5 in / 46.99 cm |
| Chassis depth (with power supplies and fans) | 20.43 in / 51.8922 cm |
| Weight (chassis only) | 17 lb / 7.71 kg |
| Weight (as shipped) | 22.7 lb / 10.29 kg |
| Weight (fully loaded) | 23.15 lb / 10.5 kg |
| Chassis Model Number | JNP204-CHAS |
Power
| Power supplies | 2 |
|---|---|
| Power supply redundancy | 1+1 |
| Power supply airflow | Front-to-back |
| Hot-swappable power supplies | Yes |
Cooling
| Airflow Direction | Front-to-back |
|---|---|
| Fan module model | JNP-FAN-1RU |
| Fan modules | 3 |
| Hot-swappable fans | Yes |
Processor
| CPU | 1.6-GHz Intel 8 Core X86 |
|---|---|
| Memory (DRAM) | 32 GB |
Storage
| Internal Storage Size | 200 (100+100) GB |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage Type | SSD |
Switching and routing scale
| Routing Capacity | 400 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Power Efficiency | 0.9 W/Gbps |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 32° through 104° F / 0° through 40° C |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40° through 158° F / -40° through 70° C |
| Operating Altitude | 6000 ft (1824 m) |
| Humidity, operating (noncondensing) | 5% through 90% |
| Seismic Tolerance | Zone 4 |
| Maintenance Clearance | 30 in / 76.2 cm |
Software
| Operating system | Junos OS |
|---|
Common questions
Is this the AC or the DC MX204?
Choose by power type. This integrated SKU is power-neutral, so use the MX204-HWBASE-AC-FS or MX204-HWBASE-DC-FS if the power type matters.
Is the Junos software perpetual?
Yes. Standard Junos software, perpetual, is part of this SKU.
What can I add for more features?
Advanced and Premium MX licenses and Juniper Care are available; the options are in Support & Licensing above.
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