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- In Stock: 100
- Manufacturer: Juniper Networks
- Model or Part: S-MX480-A2-5
- Condition: New
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Overview
The S-MX480-A2-5 is a software license from Juniper Networks that unlocks advanced routing and security capabilities on the MX480 router platform. Designed for service providers and large enterprises, this license extends the chassis to support up to five additional line cards or enhances existing features such as MPLS, BGP, and firewall services. With the S-MX480-A2-5 installed, operators can scale bandwidth, improve network resiliency, and meet demanding SLA requirements.
Key Features
- Enables up to five additional line cards on MX480 chassis
- Activates advanced MPLS forwarding and traffic engineering
- Supports full BGP routing table with enhanced convergence
- Integrates Juniper Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) capabilities
- Provides granular licensing for virtual routing instances (VRFs)
- Seamless activation via Junos OS without hardware changes
Technical Specifications
- Compatible with MX480 chassis running Junos OS release 15.1 or later
- License type: Perpetual, non-transferable
- Activation method: Software key uploaded through J-Web or CLI
- Supports up to 5 line cards or equivalent virtual functions
- Does not require additional power or cooling resources
- Full compliance with Juniper licensing standards and audit tools
Typical Applications
- Core and edge routing for ISP backbone networks
- Data center interconnect (DCI) with high capacity links
- Enterprise WAN aggregation with advanced security policies
- Multi-tenant environments requiring isolated VRFs
- Network virtualization projects leveraging Junos OS containers
Enhance the performance, flexibility and security of your MX480 deployment with the S-MX480-A2-5 license from Juniper Networks.