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MX480 3D Universal Edge Router
Hardware Guide
Published: 2013-02-04
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Revision History
January 2013—Added support for Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC), and components Application Services Modular Storage
Card (AS MSC) and Application Services Modular Processing Card (AS MXC).
September 2011—Added the upgrade procedure for the Enhanced MX SCB and information for the new SCB
July 2011—Updated AC and DC power specification topics.
April 2011—Added high-capacity power supply installation information.
March 2011—Updated Routing Engine content.
December 2010—Added RE-S-1800 content.
August 2010—Updated site electrical guidelines.
April 2010—Added installation and removal instructions for dual-wide MICs.
January 2010—Added information about Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs) and Modular Interface Cards (MICs).
July 2009—Updated product names. Updated information about securing power lugs.
10 April 2009—530-020794-01. Revision 6. Added information about the MX Series FPC2. Added warning about removing transceivers.
6 February 2009—530-020794-01. Revision 5. Added information about MX Series FPCs and PICs. Revised sections into modular topics
for easier customer access.
30 August 2008—530-020794-01. Revision 4. Corrected the specifications of the shipping crate, AUX/CONSOLE ports, and AC power
cords. Updated the number of Packet Forwarding Engines. Added a physical specifications appendix. Updated the location of the SCBs
and how to operate the SCB ejector handles. Removed DPC faceplate LED information.
15 May 2008—530-020794-01. Revision 3. Corrected the procedures to replace AC power cords and DC power cables, and to install the
router without a lift. Updated the AC and power requirements and specifications, host subsystem OFFLINE LED description, chassis grounding
points description, and clearance requirements. Added recommendation to replace the air filter every 6 months.
19 October 2007—530-020794-01. Revision 2. Added cable management brackets installation procedure. Fixed unresolved cross-references.
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Table of Contents
About the Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Junos Documentation and Release Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Documentation Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Documentation Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
Requesting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
Self-Help Online Tools and Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
Opening a Case with JTAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiv
Part 1 MX480 3D Universal Edge Router Overview

Chapter 1 MX480 Router Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MX480 Router Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MX480 Component Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2 MX480 Hardware Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MX480 Chassis Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MX480 Midplane Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
DPC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MPC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
FPC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FPCs Supported by the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MX480 PIC Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MX480 PIC Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MX480 PIC LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC) Overview . . . . . . . . . . 20
MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
MX480 AS MLC Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
AS MLC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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MX480 SCB, Power Supply, and Cooling System Requirements for AS

MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Description . . . . . . . . . . 23
MX480 AS MSC LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Description . . . . . . . 24
MX480 AS MXC LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
MX480 Host Subsystem Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
MX480 Host Subsystem Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
MX480 Host Subsystem LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
SCB Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SCB Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SCB Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
MX SCBE Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MX SCBE Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MX SCBE Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MX480 Routing Engine Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
MX480 Routing Engine Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Routing Engine Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Routing Engine Interface Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Routing Engine Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Description for MX Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
MX480 Routing Engine LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
MX480 Craft Interface Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
MX480 Craft Interface Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft
Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
MX480 Component LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Host Subsystem LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Supply LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
DPC and MPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
FPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
SCB LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fan LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Alarm Relay Contacts on the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
MX480 Power Supply Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
MX480 Power System Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
MX480 AC Power Supply Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
AC Power Supply Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MX480 AC Power Supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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MX480 DC Power Supply Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

DC Power Supply Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
MX480 DC Power Supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
MX480 Cooling System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
MX480 Cooling System Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
MX480 Fan LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
MX480 Cable Management Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Part 2 Setting Up the MX480 Router

Chapter 3 Preparing the Site for MX480 Router Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
MX480 Site Preparation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
MX480 Router Rack Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Rack Size and Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Spacing of Mounting Bracket Holes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Connection to Building Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MX480 Router Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MX480 Router Cabinet Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
MX480 Router Cabinet Size and Clearance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
MX480 Router Cabinet Airflow Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Chapter 4 MX480 Router Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Installing an MX480 Router Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Chapter 5 Unpacking the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Tools and Parts Required to Unpack the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Unpacking the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Chapter 6 Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet . . . . . . . 65
Moving the Mounting Brackets for Center-Mounting the MX480 Router . . . . . . . 67
Chapter 7 Installing the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It with a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router with a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . 71
Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . . 71
Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . 72
Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . . 73
Installing the MX480 Router Using a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It with a Lift . . . . 76
Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router with a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . 77
Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . 78
Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . 79
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Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift . . . . . . . 80
Installing the MX480 Router Cable Management Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Chapter 8 Installing the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . 83
Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It Without a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router Without
a Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 85
Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 86
Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 87
Installing the MX480 Chassis in the Rack Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It Without a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router Without
a Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router Without a
Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 93
Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 94
Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift . . . . 95
Chapter 9 Connecting the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Connecting the MX480 Router to a Network for Out-of-Band
Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Connecting the MX480 Router to a Management Console or Auxiliary
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Connecting the MX480 Router to an External Alarm-Reporting Device . . . . 99
Connecting DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC Cables to the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Chapter 10 Grounding and Providing Power to the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Grounding and Power
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Grounding the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Connecting Power to an AC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal-Capacity
Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Installing the MX480 AC High-Capacity Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Powering On an AC-Powered MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Connecting Power to a DC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal Capacity Power
Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Installing an MX480 DC High-Capacity Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Powering On a DC-Powered MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Powering Off the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
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Chapter 11 Configuring Junos OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Initially Configuring the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Part 3 Hardware Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Replacement

Procedures
Chapter 12 Maintaining MX480 Router Hardware Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Tools and Parts Required to Maintain the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Maintaining the MX480 Cooling System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maintaining the MX480 Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maintaining the MX480 Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maintaining the MX480 Host Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Maintaining MX480 Packet Forwarding Engine Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Maintaining MX480 DPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Maintaining MX480 FPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Maintaining MX480 PICs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Maintaining MX480 MPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Maintaining MX480 MICs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX480 DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs . . . 138
Holding and Storing MX Series DPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
MX480 DPC Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Holding an MX480 DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Storing an MX480 DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Holding and Storing MX Series FPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
MX480 FPC Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Holding an MX480 FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Storing an MX480 FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Maintaining the MX480 Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Chapter 13 Troubleshooting MX480 Hardware Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Troubleshooting Resources for MX480 Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Command-Line Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Chassis and Interface Alarm Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Alarm Relay Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Craft Interface LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Component LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Troubleshooting the MX480 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Troubleshooting the MX480 DPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Troubleshooting the MX480 FPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Troubleshooting the MX480 PICs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Troubleshooting the MX480 MPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Troubleshooting the MX480 MICs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Troubleshooting the MX480 Power System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
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Chapter 14 Replacing MX480 Hardware Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

MX480 Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Tools and Parts Required to Replace MX480 Hardware Components . . . . . . . . 162
Replacing the MX480 Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Removing the MX480 Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Installing the MX480 Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Replacing the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Disconnecting the Alarm Relay Wires from the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . 165
Removing the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Installing the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Connecting the Alarm Relay Wires to the MX480 Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . 167
Replacing the MX480 Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Removing the MX480 Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Installing the MX480 Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Replacing MX480 Host Subsystem Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Effect of Taking the MX480 Host Subsystem Offline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Taking an MX480 Host Subsystem Offline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Operating and Positioning the MX480 SCB Ejectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Replacing an MX480 SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Removing an MX480 SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Installing an MX480 SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Upgrading an MX480 SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Replacing an MX480 Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Removing an MX480 Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Installing an MX480 Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Replacing an SSD Drive on an RE-A-1800 or RE-S-1800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Replacing Connections to MX480 Routing Engine Interface Ports . . . . . . . . 188
Replacing the Management Ethernet Cable on an MX Series Router . . 188
Replacing the Console or Auxiliary Cable on an MX480 Router . . . . . . 189
Replacing an MX480 DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Removing an MX480 DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Installing an MX480 DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Replacing an MX480 FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Removing an MX480 FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Installing an MX480 FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Replacing an MX480 PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Removing an MX480 PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Installing an MX480 PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Replacing an MX480 MPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Removing an MX480 MPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Installing an MX480 MPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Replacing an MX480 MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Removing an MX480 MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Installing an MX480 MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Installing an MX480 Dual-Wide MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Replacing an MX480 AS MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Removing an MX480 AS MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Installing an MX480 AS MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
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Replacing an MX480 AS MSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Removing an MX480 AS MSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Installing an MX480 AS MSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Replacing an MX480 AS MXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Removing an MX480 AS MXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Installing an MX480 AS MXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Replacing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Removing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Installing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Replacing an SFP or XFP Transceiver on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC . . . . 225
Removing an SFP or XFP Transceiver from an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or
PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Installing an SFP or XFP Transceiver into an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or
PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Replacing MX480 Power System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Removing an MX480 AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Installing an MX480 AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Removing an MX480 DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Installing an MX480 DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Disconnecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Connecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Disconnecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Connecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Replacing the MX480 Cable Management Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Part 4 Appendixes
Appendix A Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information for the MX480 Router . . 243
Definition of Safety Warning Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
General Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
General Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Qualified Personnel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Restricted Access Area Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage to an MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Fire Safety Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
General Fire Safety Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Fire Suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Fire Suppression Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Installation Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Installation Instructions Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Rack-Mounting Requirements and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Ramp Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
MX480 Chassis Lifting Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
General Laser Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
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Laser Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257

Class 1 Laser Product Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Class 1 LED Product Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Laser Beam Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Radiation from Open Port Apertures Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Maintenance and Operational Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . 259
Battery Handling Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Jewelry Removal Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Lightning Activity Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Operating Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Product Disposal Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . 264
General Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . . . . . . . 264
Grounded Equipment Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Grounding Requirements and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Midplane Energy Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Multiple Power Supplies Disconnection Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Power Disconnection Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
In Case of an Electrical Accident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
General Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings Electrical Codes for M
Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
TN Power Warning for M Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers . . . . . . . . 269
MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . 270
MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings . . . . . . . . 270
MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
DC Power Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices . . . 272
Agency Approvals and Compliance Statements for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . 275
Agency Approvals for MX480 Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Compliance Statements for NEBS for MX480 Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Compliance Statements for EMC Requirements for the MX480 Router . . . 277
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
European Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Compliance Statements for Environmental Requirements for Juniper
Networks Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Compliance Statements for Acoustic Noise for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . 279
Appendix B MX480 Router Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
MX480 Router Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Appendix C MX480 Router Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
MX480 Router Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Appendix D Power Guidelines, Requirements, and Specifications for the MX480
Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Calculating Power Requirements for MX480 Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Power Requirements for an MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
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MX480 Chassis Grounding Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294

MX480 Chassis Grounding Points Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
MX480 Router Grounding Cable Lug Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
MX480 Router Grounding Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
MX480 AC Power Specifications and Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
AC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . 298
AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
MX480 DC Power Specifications and Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . 301
DC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . 302
DC Power Source Cabling and Cable Specifications for the MX480
Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
DC Power Source Cabling for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
DC Power Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Site Electrical Wiring Guidelines for MX Series Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Distance Limitations for Signaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Radio Frequency Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Appendix E Cable and Wire Guidelines and Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . 307
Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion . . . 307
Signal Loss in Multimode and Single-Mode Fiber-Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . 307
Attenuation and Dispersion in Fiber-Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables . . . . . . . . . 308
Calculating Power Budget for Fiber-Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Calculating Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Routing Engine Interface Cable and Wire Specifications for MX Series
Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Appendix F MX480 Cable Connector Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port . . . . 313
RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for MX Series Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE
Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Appendix G Contacting Customer Support and Returning MX480 Hardware . . . . . . . 315
Locating MX480 Component Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Displaying MX480 Router Components and Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
MX480 SCB Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
MX480 DPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
MX480 FPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
MX480 PIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
MX480 MPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
MX480 MIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
MX480 Power Supply Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
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MX480 Routing Engine Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326

Contacting Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Returning a Hardware Component to Juniper Networks, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Tools and Parts Required to Replace Components from an M Series, MX Series,
or T Series Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Packing the MX480 Router for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Guidelines for Packing Router Components for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Part 5 Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
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Figure 1: Front View of a Fully Configured Router Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 2: Rear View of a Fully Configured AC-Powered Router Chassis . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 3: Rear View of a Fully Configured DC-Powered Router Chassis . . . . . . . . . . 9
Figure 4: Midplane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Figure 5: Typical DPCs Supported on the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 6: DPC Installed Horizontally in the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 7: Typical MPC Supported on the MX Series Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Figure 8: MPC Installed Horizontally in the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Figure 9: FPC Installed in the MX480 Router Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Figure 10: Typical FPCs Supported on the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Figure 11: Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Figure 12: Application Services Modular Storage Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Figure 13: Application Services Modular Processing Card (AS MXC) . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Figure 14: SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 15: MX SCBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Figure 16: Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Figure 17: RE-S-1800 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Figure 18: Routing Engine–RE-S-1800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Figure 19: Front Panel of the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figure 20: Alarm Relay Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Figure 21: AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Figure 22: High-Capacity AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Figure 23: DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Figure 24: High-Capacity DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Figure 25: Airflow Through the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 26: Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Figure 27: Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Figure 28: Cable Management Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Figure 29: Cable Management Brackets Installed on the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Figure 30: Typical Open-Frame Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Figure 31: Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for
an MX480 Router Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Figure 32: Airflow Through the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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Figure 33: Contents of the Shipping Crate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Figure 34: Installing the Front Mounting Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or
Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Figure 35: Installing the Mounting Hardware for an Open-Frame Rack . . . . . . . . . 67
Chapter 7 Installing the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Figure 36: Removing a Power Supply Before Installing the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Figure 37: Removing the Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Figure 38: Removing an SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Figure 39: Removing a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Figure 40: Removing an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Figure 41: Installing the Router in the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Figure 42: Reinstalling a Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Figure 43: Reinstalling a Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Figure 44: Reinstalling an SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Figure 45: Reinstalling a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Figure 46: Reinstalling an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Figure 47: Installing the Cable Management Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Chapter 8 Installing the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Figure 48: Removing a Power Supply Before Installing the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Figure 49: Removing the Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Figure 51: Removing a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Figure 52: Removing an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Figure 53: Installing the Router in the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Figure 54: Reinstalling a Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Figure 55: Reinstalling a Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Figure 56: Reinstalling an SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Figure 57: Reinstalling a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Figure 58: Reinstalling an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Chapter 9 Connecting the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Figure 59: Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Figure 60: Routing Engine Ethernet Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Figure 61: Auxiliary and Console Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Figure 62: Routing Engine Console and Auxiliary Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Figure 63: Alarm Relay Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Figure 64: Attaching a Cable to a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Figure 65: Attaching a Cable to a MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Chapter 10 Grounding and Providing Power to the MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Figure 66: Connecting AC Power to the Router (110V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Figure 67: Installing an AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Figure 68: Connecting DC Power to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Figure 69: DC High-Capacity Power Supply Input Mode Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Figure 70: Connecting DC Power to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
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Procedures
Chapter 12 Maintaining MX480 Router Hardware Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Figure 71: DPC Edges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Figure 72: Do Not Grasp the Connector Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Figure 73: Do Not Rest the DPC on an Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Figure 74: FPC Edges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Figure 75: Do Not Grasp the Connector Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Figure 76: Do Not Carry an FPC with Only One Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Figure 77: Do Not Rest the FPC on an Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Figure 78: Do Not Stack FPCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Figure 79: Removing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Figure 80: Installing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Figure 81: Alarm Relay Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Figure 82: Removing the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Figure 83: Installing the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Figure 84: Alarm Relay Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Figure 85: Removing the Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Figure 86: Installing the Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Figure 88: Installing an SCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Figure 89: Removing a Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Figure 90: Installing a Routing Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Figure 91: RE-A-1800 Storage Drive Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Figure 92: RE-S-1800 Storage Drive Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Figure 93: Cable Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Figure 94: Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Figure 95: Auxiliary and Console Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Figure 96: Removing a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Figure 97: Installing a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Figure 98: Attaching a Cable to a DPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Figure 99: Removing an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Figure 100: Installing an FPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Figure 101: Removing a PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Figure 102: Installing a PIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Figure 103: Removing an MPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Figure 104: Installing an MPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Figure 105: Removing a MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Figure 106: Removing a Dual-Wide MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Figure 107: Installing the Septum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Figure 108: Installing a MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Figure 109: Removing the Septum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Figure 110: Installing a Dual-Wide MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Figure 111: Removing an AS MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Figure 112: Installing an AS MLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Figure 113: Removing an AS MSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Figure 114: Installing an AS MSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
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Figure 115: Removing an AS MXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Figure 116: Installing an AS MXC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Figure 117: Removing SFPs or XFPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Figure 118: Removing an AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Figure 119: Installing an AC Power Supply in an MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Figure 120: Removing a DC Power Supply from the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Figure 121: Installing a DC Power Supply in the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Figure 122: Connecting DC Power to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Figure 123: Connecting Power Cables to the DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Figure 124: Removing the Cable Management Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Part 4 Appendixes
Appendix A Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information for the MX480 Router . . 243
Figure 125: Placing a Component into an Electrostatic Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Figure 126: MX480 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Figure 127: Connecting AC Power to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Figure 128: Connecting DC Power to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Figure 129: Grounding Cable Lug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Figure 130: AC Plug Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Figure 131: Typical DC Source Cabling to the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Figure 132: DC Power Cable Lug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Appendix G Contacting Customer Support and Returning MX480 Hardware . . . . . . . 315
Figure 133: Serial Number ID Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Figure 134: MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Figure 135: SCB Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Figure 136: DPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Figure 137: FPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Figure 138: PIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Figure 139: MPC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Figure 140: 2-Port MIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Figure 141: 4-Port MIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Figure 142: 20-Port MIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Figure 143: 40-Port MIC Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Figure 144: AC Power Supply Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Figure 145: DC Power Supply Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Figure 146: Routing Engine Serial Number Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
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About the Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Table 1: Notice Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi
Table 2: Text and Syntax Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

Table 3: FPCs Supported by MX480 Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Table 4: AS MSC LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Table 5: AS MXC LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Table 6: SCB LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Table 7: Enhanced MX SCB LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Table 8: Routing Engine LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Table 9: Routing Engine LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Table 10: Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Table 11: Host Subsystem LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Table 12: Power Supply LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Table 13: DPC and MPC LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Table 14: FPC LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Table 15: SCB LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Table 16: Fan LEDs on the Craft Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Table 17: AC Power Supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 18: Power Supply Redundancy and Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Table 19: DC Power Supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Table 20: Site Preparation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Table 21: Parts List for a Fully Configured Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Table 22: Accessory Box Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Table 23: Four-Post Rack or Cabinet Mounting Hole Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Procedures
Table 24: Field-Replaceable Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
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Table 25: Tools and Parts Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

Table 26: Effect of Taking the Host Subsystem Offline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Part 4 Appendixes
Appendix B MX480 Router Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Table 27: Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Appendix C MX480 Router Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Table 28: Router Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Table 29: MX480 DC Zoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Table 30: Sample Power Requirements for an MX480 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Table 31: Calculating Power Budget for a MX480 AC Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Table 32: Calculating Power Budget for a MX480 DC Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Table 33: Calculating Input Power Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Table 34: Calculating Thermal Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Table 35: MX480 Router Common Component Power Requirements . . . . . . . . 289
Table 36: FRU Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Table 37: Grounding Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Table 38: AC Power Supply Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Table 39: AC Power System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Table 40: AC Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Table 41: Power Supply Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Table 42: Power System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Table 43: DC Power Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Appendix E Cable and Wire Guidelines and Specifications for the MX480 Router . . . 307
Table 44: Estimated Values for Factors Causing Link Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Table 45: Cable and Wire Specifications for Routing Engine Management and
Alarm Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Appendix F MX480 Cable Connector Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Table 46: RJ-45 Connector Pinout for the Routing Engine ETHERNET Port . . . . 313
Table 47: RJ-45 Connector Pinout for the AUX and CONSOLE Ports . . . . . . . . . . 314
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• Junos Documentation and Release Notes on page xxi

• Documentation Conventions on page xxi
• Documentation Feedback on page xxiii
• Requesting Technical Support on page xxiii
Junos Documentation and Release Notes
For a list of related Junos documentation, see

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®
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Documentation Conventions
Table 1 on page xxi defines the notice icons used in this guide.
Table 1: Notice Icons

Icon Meaning Description
Informational note Indicates important features or instructions.
Caution Indicates a situation that might result in loss of data or hardware damage.
Warning Alerts you to the risk of personal injury or death.
Laser warning Alerts you to the risk of personal injury from a laser.
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Table 2 on page xxii defines the text and syntax conventions used in this guide.
Table 2: Text and Syntax Conventions

Convention Description Examples
Bold text like this Represents text that you type. To enter configuration mode, type
theconfigure command:
user@host> configure
Fixed-width text like this Represents output that appears on the user@host> show chassis alarms
terminal screen.
No alarms currently active
Italic text like this • Introduces or emphasizes important • A policy term is a named structure
new terms. that defines match conditions and
• Identifies book names. actions.
• Junos OS System Basics Configuration
• Identifies RFC and Internet draft titles.
Guide
• RFC 1997, BGP Communities Attribute
Italic text like this Represents variables (options for which Configure the machine’s domain name:
you substitute a value) in commands or
configuration statements. [edit]
root@# set system domain-name
domain-name
Text like this Represents names of configuration • To configure a stub area, include the
statements, commands, files, and stub statement at the[edit protocols
directories; configuration hierarchy levels; ospf area area-id] hierarchy level.
or labels on routing platform • The console port is labeled CONSOLE.
components.
< > (angle brackets) Enclose optional keywords or variables. stub <default-metric metric>;
| (pipe symbol) Indicates a choice between the mutually broadcast | multicast

exclusive keywords or variables on either
side of the symbol. The set of choices is (string1 | string2 | string3)
often enclosed in parentheses for clarity.
# (pound sign) Indicates a comment specified on the rsvp { # Required for dynamic MPLS only
same line as the configuration statement
to which it applies.
[ ] (square brackets) Enclose a variable for which you can community name members [
substitute one or more values. community-ids ]
Indention and braces ( { } ) Identify a level in the configuration [edit]

hierarchy. routing-options {
static {
route default {
; (semicolon) Identifies a leaf statement at a
nexthop address;
configuration hierarchy level.
retain;
}
}
}
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Table 2: Text and Syntax Conventions (continued)

Convention Description Examples
J-Web GUI Conventions

Bold text like this Represents J-Web graphical user • In the Logical Interfaces box, select
interface (GUI) items you click or select. All Interfaces.
• To cancel the configuration, click
Cancel.
> (bold right angle bracket) Separates levels in a hierarchy of J-Web In the configuration editor hierarchy,
selections. select Protocols>Ospf.
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Opening a Case with JTAC

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PART 1
MX480 3D Universal Edge Router

Overview
• MX480 Router Overview on page 3
• MX480 Hardware Components on page 7
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CHAPTER 1
MX480 Router Overview
• MX480 Router Description on page 3

• MX480 Component Redundancy on page 4
MX480 Router Description
The MX480 3D Universal Edge Router is an Ethernet-optimized edge router that provides
both switching and carrier-class Ethernet routing. The MX480 router has a capacity of
up to 720 gigabits per second (Gbps), full duplex. The MX480 router enables a wide
range of business and residential applications and services, including high-speed transport
and VPN services, next-generation broadband multiplay services, and high-volume
Internet data center internetworking.
The MX480 chassis provides redundancy and resiliency. The hardware system is fully
redundant, including power supplies, Routing Engines, and Switch Control Boards (SCBs).
The MX480 router is eight rack units (U) tall. Five routers can be stacked in a single
floor-to-ceiling rack, for increased port density per unit of floor space. The router provides
eight slots that can be populated with up to six Dense Port Concentrators (DPCs) or
Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs), three Flexible PIC Concentrators (FPCs), and two
SCBs. Each FPC holds up to two PICs and each MPC holds up to two Modular Interface
Cards (MICs).
Fully populated, the MX480 router provides an aggregate throughput of up to 720 Gbps,
with line-rate throughput on 72 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, or oversubscribed forwarding
at a gross ratio of 3:4 on all 96 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Each DPC includes either two or four Packet Forwarding Engines. Each Packet Forwarding
Engine enables a throughput of 10 Gbps. Many types of DPCs are available. For a list of
the DPCs supported, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
The MX480 supports up to 3 FPCs containing up to 6 PICs or up to 6 MPCs containing

up to 12 MICs. For a list of the supported line cards, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge
Routers Line Card Guide.
The connections between DPCs, FPCs, MPCs, and SCBs are organized in three groups:
• Switch fabric—Connects the interface cards and provides for packet transport between
DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs.

• Control plane—Gigabit Ethernet links between the combined SCBs/Routing Engines

and each DPC, FPC, or MPC. All board-to-board information is passed over Ethernet
except for low-level status and commands.
• Management signals—Provide for low-level status diagnostic support.
Related • MX480 Component Redundancy on page 4

Documentation
• MX480 Chassis Description on page 7
• MX480 Host Subsystem Description on page 26
• MX480 Craft Interface Description on page 37
• MX480 Power System Description on page 41
• MX480 Cooling System Description on page 47
• MX480 Router Physical Specifications on page 281
MX480 Component Redundancy
A fully configured router is designed so that no single point of failure can cause the entire
system to fail. Only a fully configured router provides complete redundancy. All other
configurations provide partial redundancy. The following major hardware components
are redundant:
• Host subsystem—The host subsystem consists of a Routing Engine functioning together

with an SCB. The router can have one or two host subsystems. If two host subsystems
are installed, one functions as the master and the other functions as the backup. If the
master host subsystem (or either of its components) fails, the backup can take over
as the master. To operate, each host subsystem requires a Routing Engine installed
directly into in an SCB.
If the Routing Engines are configured for graceful switchover, the backup Routing Engine
automatically synchronizes its configuration and state with the master Routing Engine.
Any update to the master Routing Engine state is replicated on the backup Routing
Engine. If the backup Routing Engine assumes mastership, packet forwarding continues
through the router without interruption. For more information about graceful switchover,
see the Junos OS System Basics Configuration Guide.
• Power supplies—In the low-line (110 V) AC power configuration, the router contains
three or four AC power supplies, located horizontally at the rear of the chassis in slots
PEM0 through PEM3 (left to right). Each AC power supply provides power to all
components in the router. When three power supplies are present, they share power
almost equally within a fully populated system. Four AC power supplies provide full
power redundancy. If one power supply fails or is removed, the remaining power supplies
instantly assume the entire electrical load without interruption. Three power supplies
provide the maximum configuration with full power for as long as the router is
operational.
In the high-line (220 V) AC power configuration, the router contains two or four AC
power supplies located horizontally at the rear of the chassis in slots PEM0 through

Chapter 1: MX480 Router Overview
PEM3 (left to right). Each AC power supply provides power to all components in the
router. When two or more power supplies are present, they share power almost equally
within a fully populated system. Four AC power supplies provide full power redundancy.
If one power supply fails or is removed, the remaining power supplies instantly assume
the entire electrical load without interruption. Two power supplies provide the maximum
configuration with full power for as long as the router is operational.
In the DC configuration, two power supplies are required to supply power to a fully
configured router. One power supply supports approximately half of the components
in the router, and the other power supply supports the remaining components. The
addition of two power supplies provides full power redundancy. If one power supply
fails or is removed, the remaining power supplies instantly assume the entire electrical
load without interruption. Two power supplies provide the maximum configuration
with full power for as long as the router is operational.
• Cooling system—The cooling system has redundant components, which are controlled
by the host subsystem. If one of the fans fails, the host subsystem increases the speed
of the remaining fans to provide sufficient cooling for the router indefinitely.
Related • MX480 Router Description on page 3

Documentation


CHAPTER 2
MX480 Hardware Components

• MX480 Midplane Description on page 9
• MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Overview on page 10
• MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Overview on page 13
• MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Overview on page 15
• MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Overview on page 16
• MX480 PIC Overview on page 19
• MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC) Overview on page 20
• MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Overview on page 23
• MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Overview on page 24
• MX480 Host Subsystem Overview on page 25
• MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Overview on page 26
• MX480 Routing Engine Overview on page 32
• MX480 Craft Interface Overview on page 36
• MX480 Power Supply Overview on page 41
• MX480 Cooling System Overview on page 47
• MX480 Cable Management Brackets on page 49
MX480 Chassis Description
The router chassis is a rigid sheet metal structure that houses all the other router
components (see Figure 1 on page 8, Figure 2 on page 8, and Figure 3 on page 9). The
chassis measures 14.0 in. (35.6 cm) high, 17.45 in. (44.3 cm) wide, and 24.5 in. (62.2 cm)
deep (from the front to the rear of the chassis). The chassis installs in standard 800-mm
(or larger) enclosed cabinets, 19-in. equipment racks, or telco open-frame racks. Up to
five routers can be installed in one standard 48-U rack if the rack can handle their
combined weight, which can be greater than 818 lb (371.0 kg).

Figure 1: Front View of a Fully Configured Router Chassis
Figure 2: Rear View of a Fully Configured AC-Powered Router Chassis

Chapter 2: MX480 Hardware Components
Figure 3: Rear View of a Fully Configured DC-Powered Router Chassis

Documentation
• MX480 Midplane Description on page 9
MX480 Midplane Description
The midplane is located toward the rear of the chassis and forms the rear of the card
cage (see Figure 4 on page 10). The line cards and SCBs install into the midplane from
the front of the chassis, and the power supplies install into the midplane from the rear
of the chassis. The cooling system components also connect to the midplane.
The midplane performs the following major functions:
• Data path—Data packets are transferred across the midplane between the line cards
through the fabric ASICs on the SCBs.
• Power distribution—The router power supplies connect to the midplane, which

distributes power to all the router components.
• Signal path—The midplane provides the signal path to the line cards, SCBs, Routing
Engines, and other system components for monitoring and control of the system.

Figure 4: Midplane

Documentation
• MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Description on page 10
• MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Description on page 13
• MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Description on page 26
• MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Description on page 16
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Overview

• MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) LEDs on page 12
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Description

A Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) is optimized for Ethernet density (see Figure 5 on
page 11). The DPC assembly combines packet forwarding and Ethernet interfaces on a
single board, with either two or four 10-Gbps Packet Forwarding Engines. Each Packet
Forwarding Engine consists of one I-chip for Layer 3 processing and one Layer 2 network
processor. The DPCs interface with the power supplies and Switch Control Boards (SCBs).
The DPC slots are located in the front of the router (see Figure 5 on page 11). The router
has six dedicated DPC slots that are numbered 0 through 5. A DPC can be installed in
any DPC slot on the router. You can install any combination of DPC types in the router.
If a slot is not occupied by a DPC, a DPC blank panel must be installed to shield the empty
slot and to allow cooling air to circulate properly through the router.

DPCs are hot-removable and hot-insertable, as described in “MX480 Field-Replaceable

Units (FRUs)” on page 161. When you install a DPC in an operating router, the Routing
Engine downloads the DPC software, the DPC runs its diagnostics, and the Packet
Forwarding Engines housed on the DPC are enabled. Forwarding on other DPCs continues
uninterrupted during this process.
Figure 5 on page 11 shows typical DPCs supported on the MX480 router. For more
information about DPCs, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
Figure 5: Typical DPCs Supported on the Router

DPC 40x1GE DPC 4x10GE
OK/FAIL
0/0 0/5 2/0 2/5
OK/FAIL
0/0
TUNNEL
LINK
1/0
TUNNEL
LINK
1/0 1/5
3/0 3/5
2/0
TUNNEL
LINK
3/0
TUNNEL
LINK
g004005
Figure 6: DPC Installed Horizontally in the Router

DPC Components
Each DPC consists of the following components:
• DPC cover, which functions as a ground plane and a stiffener.
• Fabric interfaces.
• Two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces that allow control information, route information, and
statistics to be sent between the Routing Engine and the CPU on the DPCs.
• Two interfaces from the SCBs that enable the DPCs to be powered on and controlled.
• Physical DPC connectors.
• Two or four Packet Forwarding Engines.
• Midplane connectors and power circuitry.
• Processor subsystem, which includes a 1.2-GHz CPU, system controller, and 1 GB of

SDRAM.
• Online button—Takes the DPC online or offline when pressed.
• LEDs on the DPC faceplate. For more information about LEDs on the DPC faceplate,
see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the DPC, display the status of the DPC
and are labeled OK and FAIL.
Related • MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) LEDs on page 12

Documentation
• DPC and MPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 39
• Replacing an MX480 DPC on page 190
MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) LEDs

Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the DPC, display the status of the DPC
and are labeled OK and FAIL. For more information about the DPC LEDs on the craft
interface, see “DPC and MPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface” on page 39.
Each DPC also has LEDs located on the faceplate. For more information about LEDs on
the DPC faceplate, see the “LEDs” section for each DPC in the MX Series 3D Universal Edge
Related • MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) Description on page 10

Documentation
• Maintaining MX480 DPCs on page 130

MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Overview
• MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Description on page 13

• MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) LEDs on page 15
MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Description

Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs) provide packet forwarding services. The MPCs are
inserted into a slot in a router. Modular Interface Cards (MICs) provide the physical
interfaces and install into the MPCs. You can install up to two MICs of different media
types on the same MPC as long as the MPC supports those MICs.
A specialized fixed configuration MPC provides higher port density over MICs and combines
packet forwarding and Ethernet interfaces onto a single line card. The fixed configuration
MPC is inserted into a slot in a router and contains no slots for MICs.
MICs receive incoming packets from the network and transmit outgoing packets to the
network. During this process, each MIC performs framing and high-speed signaling for
its media type. Before transmitting outgoing data packets through the MIC interfaces,
the MPCs encapsulate the packets received. Each MPC is equipped with up to four Junos
Trio chipsets, which perform control functions tailored to the MPC’s media type. The
MPCs interface with the power supplies and Switch Control Boards (SCBs). You must
install redundant SCBs to support full line-rate.
The MX480 router supports up to six MPCs. You must install a high-capacity fan tray to
use an MPC. For power requirements, see “Calculating Power Requirements for MX480
Routers” on page 285.
The router has six dedicated line card slots for DPCs, MPCs, or FPCs that are numbered
0 through 5 bottom to top. An MPC can be installed in any slot on the router that supports
MPCs. You can install any combination of line card types in the router.
When a slot is not occupied by an MPC or other line card, you must insert a blank DPC
panel to fill the empty slot and ensure proper cooling of the system.
MPCs are hot-removable and hot-insertable. When you install an MPC in an operating
router, the Routing Engine downloads the MPC software, the MPC runs its diagnostics,
and the Packet Forwarding Engines housed on the MPC are enabled. Forwarding on other
MPCs continues uninterrupted during this process.
Figure 8 on page 14 shows a typical MPC supported on the MX480 router. For more
information about MPCs, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.

Figure 7: Typical MPC Supported on the MX Series Router
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Figure 8: MPC Installed Horizontally in the MX480 Router
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MPC Components
Each MPC consists of the following components:
• MPC card carrier, which includes two MIC slots (excludes the fixed configuration MPC).
• Fabric interfaces.
• Two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces that allow control information, route information, and
statistics to be sent between the Routing Engine and the CPU on the MPCs.
• Two interfaces from the SCBs that enable the MPCs to be powered on and controlled.

• Physical MPC connectors.
• Up to four Junos Trio chipsets, which perform control functions tailored to the MPC’s
media type.
• Midplane connectors and power circuitry.
• Processor subsystem, which includes a 1.5-GHz CPU, system controller, and 1 GB of

SDRAM.
• Online button which takes the MPC online or offline when pressed.
• OK/Fail LED on the MPC faceplate. For more information about LEDs on the MPC
faceplate, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the MPC, display the status of the line
cards and are labeled OK and FAIL.
Related • MPCs Supported by MX240, MX480, and MX960 Routers

Documentation
• MX480 Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) on page 161
• Replacing an MX480 MPC on page 203
MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) LEDs

Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the MPC, display the status of the line
cards and are labeled OK and FAIL. For more information about the line card LEDs on the
craft interface, see “DPC and MPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface” on page 39.
Each MPC also has LEDs located on the faceplate. For more information about LEDs on
the MPC faceplate, see the “LEDs” section for each MPC in the MX Series 3D Universal
Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
Related • MX480 Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) Description on page 13

Documentation
• Maintaining MX480 MPCs on page 135
• Troubleshooting the MX480 MPCs on page 156
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Overview
• MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Description on page 15

• MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) LEDs on page 16
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Description
Modular Interface Cards (MICs) install into Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs) and
provide the physical connections to various network media types. MICs allow different
physical interfaces to be supported on a single line card. You can install MICs of different
media types on the MPC as long as the MPC supports those MICs.

MICs receive incoming packets from the network and transmit outgoing packets to the
network. During this process, each MIC performs framing and high-speed signaling for
its media type. Before transmitting outgoing data packets through the MIC interfaces,
the MPCs encapsulate the packets received.
MICs are hot-removable and hot-insertable. You can install up to two MICs in the slots
in each MPC.
Related • MICs Supported by MX Series Routers

Documentation
• Maintaining MX480 MICs on page 137
• Troubleshooting the MX480 MICs on page 158
• Replacing an MX480 MIC on page 208
MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) LEDs

Each MIC has LEDs located on the faceplate. For more information about LEDs on the
MIC faceplate, see the “LEDs” section for each MIC in the MX Series 3D Universal Edge
Related • MICs Supported by MX Series Routers

Documentation
• MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Description on page 15
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Overview
• MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Description on page 16

• MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) LEDs on page 18
• FPCs Supported by the MX480 Router on page 19
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Description

A Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) occupies two DPC slots on an MX Series router. The
router has six dedicated DPC slots that are numbered 0 through 5, bottom to top. Up to
three FPCs can be installed horizontally on the front of the router (see Figure 9 on
page 17). The interface corresponds to the lowest numbered DPC slot for which the FPC
is installed.

Figure 9: FPC Installed in the MX480 Router Chassis
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Figure 10 on page 17 shows the typical FPCs supported on the MX480 router.
Figure 10: Typical FPCs Supported on the MX480 Router

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If a slot is not occupied by a DPC, an FPC, or an SCB, a blank panel must be installed to
shield the empty slot and to allow cooling air to circulate properly through the router.
Each FPC supports up to two PICs. On an FPC2, one Packet Forwarding Engine receives
incoming packets from the PICs installed on the FPC and forwards them through the
switch planes to the appropriate destination port. On an FPC3, two Packet Forwarding

Engines receive incoming packets from the PICs installed on the FPC and forwards them
through the switch planes to the appropriate destination port. The FPCs interface with
the power supplies and SCBs.
FPCs are hot-removable and hot-insertable, as described in “MX480 Component

Redundancy” on page 4. When you install an FPC into a functioning router, the Routing
Engine downloads the FPC software, the FPC runs its diagnostics, and the PICs, housed
on the FPC, are enabled. Forwarding continues uninterrupted during this process. When
you remove or install an FPC, packet forwarding between other DPCs or FPCs is not
affected.
FPC Components
Each FPC consists of the following components:
• FPC card carrier, which includes two PIC slots
• Up to two Packet Forwarding Engines, each consisting of one I-chip for Layer 3
processing and one Layer 2 network processor
• Midplane connectors and power circuitry
• Processor subsystem (PMB), which includes a 1.2-GHz CPU, system controller, 1 GB of

SDRAM, and two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
• Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the FPC, that display the status of the
FPC and are labeled OK and FAIL
• FPC online/offline button, located on the craft interface above the FPC
Related • MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) LEDs on page 18

Documentation
• Maintaining MX480 FPCs on page 132
• MX480 FPC Terminology on page 143
• Troubleshooting the MX480 FPCs on page 154
• Replacing an MX480 FPC on page 194
MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) LEDs

Two LEDs, located on the craft interface above the FPC, that display the status of the
FPC and are labeled OK and FAIL. For more information about the FPC LEDs located on
the craft interface, see “FPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface” on page 39.
Related • MX480 Flexible PIC Concentrator (FPC) Description on page 16

Documentation

FPCs Supported by the MX480 Router

An FPC occupies two slots when installed in an MX Series router. The MX480 router
supports up to three FPCs. Table 3 on page 19 lists FPCs supported by MX Series routers.
Table 3: FPCs Supported by MX480 Routers

Maximum Maximum
Number of PICs Throughput per FPC First Junos OS
FPC Type FPC Name FPC Model Number Supported (Full-duplex) Release
3 FPC3 MX-FPC3 2 20 Gbps 9.4
2 FPC2 MX-FPC2 2 10 Gbps 9.5

Documentation
MX480 PIC Overview
• MX480 PIC Description on page 19

• MX480 PIC LEDs on page 20
MX480 PIC Description
PICs provide the physical connection to various network media types, receiving incoming
packets from the network and transmitting outgoing packets to the network. During this
process, each PIC performs framing and line-speed signaling for its media type. Before
transmitting outgoing data packets, the PICs encapsulate the packets received from the
FPCs. Each PIC is equipped with an ASIC that performs control functions specific to the
media type of that PIC.
PICs are hot-removable and hot-insertable. Up to two PICs can be installed in the slots
in each FPC. Up to three FPCs can be installed in an MX480 router. PICs used in a Type
2 FPC have captive screws at their upper and lower corners. PICs used in a Type 3 FPC
have an upper ejector handle and a lower captive screw.
Related • PICs Supported by MX240, MX480, and MX960 Routers

Documentation
• Replacing an MX480 PIC on page 199

MX480 PIC LEDs

Each PIC has LEDs located on the faceplate. For more information about LEDs on the
PIC faceplate, see the “LEDs” section for each PIC in the MX Series 3D Universal Edge
Related • PICs Supported by MX240, MX480, and MX960 Routers

Documentation
• Maintaining MX480 PICs on page 134
MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC) Overview
• MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card Description on page 20
MX480 Application Services Modular Line Card Description

The Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC) is an X86-based card for MX960,
MX480, and MX240 routers to deliver integrated application service solutions. The first
application that network operators can take advantage of is the Junos Content Encore
system, a high-throughput, solid state storage platform for media rich content delivery.
Additionally, the AS MLC can serve as the platform for Juniper Networks JunosV App
Engine, powering a host of network applications directly embedded into your MX Series
3D Universal Edge Routers.
The AS MLC is modular and decouples CPU and storage in individual field-upgradeable
units. The AS MLCs are designed to enable application throughput up to 80 Gbps and a
storage capacity of 8 terabytes (TB) of NAND Flash, with up to 6.4 TB usable storage.

Figure 11: Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC)
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MX480 AS MLC Function
The AS MLC provides modular processing and modular storage. Installed on the AS MLC,
the Junos Content Encore system operates as a caching application, in either HTTP
reverse proxy mode or HTTP transparent proxy mode, to manage client requests for
content and the distribution of the content to clients from origin servers. In the future,
the AS MLC will run other Juniper Networks router services and applications, and serve
as a virtualized platform for third-party applications. The AS MLC provides Ethernet
switching and high-speed fabric interface to MX routers. Graceful Routing Engine
switchover is also supported on the AS MLC.
Integrated with application forwarding on MX Series routers, the AS MLC provides

increased service flexibility with reduced power and space requirements for the network
infrastructure.
AS MLC Components
Each AS MLC consists of the following components:
• AS MLC Modular Carrier Card (AS MCC), which fits horizontally in front of the MX480
router, includes two slots for the Application Services Modular Storage Card (AS MSC)
and Application Services Modular Processing Card (AS MXC)
• AS MXC with 64 GB RAM for processing
• AS MSC with 6.4 TB NAND Flash capacity for modular storage
NOTE: The AS MCC, AS MXC, and AS MSC are hot-removable and

hot-insertable.

• Switch fabric interfaces to the chassis
• XM ASIC chip, which owns and manages the packet data memory built from external
DDR3 memory chips, the fabric queuing system, a portion of the WAN queuing system,
and the host queuing system
• LU ASIC chip, which performs all functions relating to header processing including input
processing, route lookup, classification, filtering, policing, accounting, encapsulation,
and statistics
• Midplane connectors and power circuitry
• Processor Mezzanine Board (PMB), which contains the host processor and supporting
peripherals.
• LED on the AS MCC, which displays the status of the AS MLC
MX480 SCB, Power Supply, and Cooling System Requirements for AS MLC
Each MX480 router requires specific SCB, power supply, and cooling system models to
run the AS MLC:
• SCB—Enhanced MX Switch Control Board (SCBE-MX). See “MX480 Enhanced Switch

Control Board Description” on page 29 for details
• Power supply:
• 2520W AC power supply—Model PWR-MX480-2520-AC
• 2400W DC power supply—Model PWR-MX480-2400-DC
• Power requirement for AS MLC:
• AS MCC—191W
• AS MXC—259W
• AS MSC—50W
• Cooling system—Required fan and fan tray models:
• Fans:
• For AC power supply: PWR-FAN-MX480-AC-HC-U and PWR-MX480-2520-AC-S
• For DC power supply: PWR-FAN-MX480-DC-HC-U and PWR-MX480-2520-DC-S
• Fan tray—FFANTRAY-MX480-HC
Related • Replacing an MX480 AS MLC on page 214

Documentation
• Replacing an MX480 AS MSC on page 217
• Replacing an MX480 AS MXC on page 220

MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Overview
• MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Description on page 23

• MX480 AS MSC LEDs on page 24
MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Description
Application Services Modular Storage Card (AS MSC) is a NAND Flash––based card that
is inserted into the upper slot of the Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC).
The AS MSC (see Figure 12 on page 23) serves as the second tier caching storage for
platforms such as the Junos Content Encore system. This card is equivalent to a PIC or
a Modular Interface Card (MIC) and provides a maximum of 36 Gbps read and 2 Gbps
of write memory.
The AS MSC has the following features:
• 6.4 TB NAND Flash memory
• Up to 48K of write cycle
• Multilevel cell (MLC) NAND memory support
• Best-in-class NAND controller for maximum performance and reliability
AS MSCs are hot-removable and hot-insertable. One AS MSC can be installed in the top
slot of each AS MLC. Each AS MSC has these components:
• SATA-3 controller—An eight-port, 6 Gbps SAS/SATA controller.
• NAND Flash controller—Each controller can access 512 GB, and eight controllers
communicate with one Raid on chip (ROC). NAND Flash and NAND Flash controller
are used in an AS MSC.
• Control plane—Inter-integrated circuit control plane that allows Peripheral Component

Interconnect Express (PCIe) control.
• LEDs—Two LEDs display the status of the AS MSC and storage.
• Online/offline button—To power on or power off the AS MSC.
Figure 12: Application Services Modular Storage Card

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Related • MX480 AS MSC LEDs on page 24

Documentation
MX480 AS MSC LEDs

Two LEDs (CPU and AP) indicate the status of the AS MSC and are located on the AS
MSC. Table 4 on page 24 describes the functions of the AS MSC LEDs.
Table 4: AS MSC LEDs

Label Color State Description
CPU Green On steadily AS MSC operates normally.
Red On steadily AS MSC has an error or has failed.
– Off AS MSC is offline.
AP Green On steadily AS MSC storage operation is normal.
Red On steadily AS MSC storage operation has an error.
– Off AS MSC storage operation is not activated.
Related • MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Description on page 23

Documentation
MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Overview
• MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Description on page 24

• MX480 AS MXC LEDs on page 25
MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Description
The Application Services Modular Processing Card (AS MXC) is a pluggable X86-based
card that can be inserted into the lower slot of the Application Services Modular Line
Card (AS MLC). The AS MXC serves as the processing card for the Junos Content Encore
system and contains the two X86, Intel 8-core processors with interface ability greater
than 80 Gbps. The AS MXC (see Figure 13 on page 25) is equivalent to a PIC or MIC
(Modular Interface Card).
AS MXCs are hot-removable and hot-insertable. One MXC can be installed in the lower
slot of each AS MLC. Each MXC has these components:
• Two 8-core Intel processors—Contains eight execution cores with Ring Interconnect
architecture. Each core supports two threads, up to 16 threads per socket.
• 64 GB DRAM—On DIMM sockets.

• LEDs—Two LEDs on the faceplate display the CPU and application status.
Figure 13: Application Services Modular Processing Card (AS MXC)
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Related • MX480 AS MXC LEDs on page 25
Documentation
MX480 AS MXC LEDs

Two LEDs (CPU and AP) indicate the status of the AS MXC and are located on the AS
MXC. Table 5 on page 25 describes the functions of the AS MXC LEDs.
Table 5: AS MXC LEDs

CPU Green On steadily AS MXC operates normally.
Red On steadily AS MXC has an error or has failed.
– Off AS MXC is offline.
AP Green On steadily AS MXC applications operation is normal.
Red On steadily AS MXC applications operation has an error.
– Off AS MXC applications are not activated.
Related • MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Description on page 24

Documentation
MX480 Host Subsystem Overview

• MX480 Host Subsystem LEDs on page 26

MX480 Host Subsystem Description

The host subsystem provides the routing and system management functions of the
router. You can install one or two host subsystems on the router. Each host subsystem
functions as a unit; the Routing Engine must be installed directly into the Switch Control
Board.
NOTE: We recommend that you install two host subsystems for redundant
protection. If you install only one host subsystem, we recommend that you
install it in slot 0.
Each host subsystem has three LEDs that display its status. The host subsystem LEDs
are located on the upper left of the craft interface.
Related • MX480 Host Subsystem LEDs on page 26

Documentation
• Maintaining the MX480 Host Subsystem on page 128
• Taking an MX480 Host Subsystem Offline on page 172
MX480 Host Subsystem LEDs

Each host subsystem has three LEDs that display its status. The host subsystem LEDs
are located on the upper left of the craft interface. For more information, see “Host
Subsystem LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface” on page 38.
Related • MX480 Host Subsystem Description on page 26

Documentation
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Overview

• MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) LEDs on page 28
• MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board Description on page 29
• MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board LEDs on page 30
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Description

The Switch Control Board (SCB) provides the following functions::
• Powers on and powers off DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs
• Controls clocking, system resets, and booting

• Monitors and controls system functions, including fan speed, board power status, PDM
status and control, and the craft interface
• Provides interconnections to all the DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs within the chassis through
the switch fabrics integrated into the SCB
The Routing Engine installs directly into a slot on the SCB (see Figure 14 on page 27).
Figure 14: SCB
SCB Slots
You can install one or two. The SCBs install horizontally into the front of the chassis in
the slots labeled 0 and 1. If any slots are empty, you must install a blank panel.
SCB Redundancy
If two SCBs are installed, one SCB functions as the master SCB and the other as its
backup. If the master fails or is removed, the backup restarts and becomes the master.
SCB Components
Each SCB consists of the following components:
• Chassis management Ethernet switch
• I2C bus logic, used for low-level communication with each component
• Component redundancy circuitry
• Control Board/Routing Engine mastership mechanism
• Gigabit Ethernet switch that is connected to the embedded CPU complex on all
components

• Switch fabric—Provides the switching functions for the DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs
• Control field-programmable gate array (FPGA)—Provides the Peripheral Component

Interconnect (PCI) interface to the Routing Engine
• 1000Base-T Ethernet controller—Provides a 1-Gbps Ethernet link between the Routing

Engines
• Ethernet switch—Provides 1-Gbps link speeds between the Routing Engine and the
DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs
• Circuits for chassis management and control
• Power circuits for the Routing Engine and SCB
• LEDs—Provide status
Related • MX480 Host Subsystem Description on page 26

Documentation
• MX480 Routing Engine Description on page 32
MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) LEDs

Three LEDs on the SCB indicate the status of the SCB. The LEDs, labeled FABRIC ACTIVE,
FABRIC ONLY, and OK/FAIL, are located directly on the SCB. Table 6 on page 28 describes
the functions of the SCB LEDs.
Table 6: SCB LEDs

FABRIC Green On steadily Fabric is in active mode.

ACTIVE
FABRIC Green On steadily SCB operates in fabric-only mode.

ONLY
– Off SCB operates in fabric/control board mode.
OK/FAIL Green On steadily SCB is online.
Red On steadily SCB has failed.
– Off SCB is offline.
Each SCB also has two LEDs on the craft interface that indicate its status. The SCB LEDs,
labeled 0 and 1, are located along the bottom of the craft interface. For more information
about the SCB LEDs on the craft interface, see “SCB LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface”
on page 40.
Related • MX480 Switch Control Board (SCB) Description on page 26

Documentation

• Replacing an MX480 SCB on page 174
MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board Description

The Enhanced MX Switch Control Board (MX SCBE) serves the carrier Ethernet services
router and carrier Ethernet transport markets that require higher-capacity traffic support
demanding greater interface density (slot and capacity scale), as well as improved
services. The upgraded SCB is supported on MX960, MX480, and MX240 routers. Some
key attributes of the Enhanced MX SCB are:
• 160 Gbps/slot bandwidth with redundant fabric support, and improved fabric
performance by using the next-generation fabric (XF) chip
• A central clocking module and a centralized clocking architecture that supports clock
cleanup and distribution. The Stratum 3 clock module performs clock monitoring,
filtering, and holdover in a centralized chassis location
• Full performance with fabric redundancy for higher capacity line cards such as 16x10GE
and MPC3
The Routing Engine installs directly into a slot on the MX SCBE (see Figure 15 on page 29).
Figure 15: MX SCBE

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MX SCBE Slots
You can install one or two MX SCBEs. The MX SCBEs install horizontally into the front
of the chassis in the slots labeled 0 and 1. If any slots are empty, you must install a blank
panel.
MX SCBE Redundancy
If two MX SCBEs are installed, one MX SCBE functions as the master MX SCBE and the
other as its backup. If the master fails or is removed, the backup restarts and becomes
the master.
MX SCBE Components
Each MX SCBE consists of the following components:
• I2C bus logic, used for low-level communication with each component
• Component redundancy circuitry
• Control Board/Routing Engine mastership mechanism
• Gigabit Ethernet switch that is connected to the embedded CPU complex on all
components
• External clock interface—Allows BITS or GPS clock source input to the centralized
timing circuit, or allows centralized timing to be output to BITS or GPS
• Switch fabric—Provides the switching functions for the DPCs, FPCs, and MPCs
• Control field-programmable gate array (FPGA)—Provides the Peripheral Component

Interconnect (PCI) interface to the Routing Engine
• 1000Base-T Ethernet controller—Provides a 1-Gbps Ethernet link between the Routing

Engines
• Circuits for chassis management and control
• Power circuits for the Routing Engine and SCBE
• LEDs—Provide status of the SCBE and clocking interface

Documentation
• MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board LEDs on page 30
• Upgrading an MX480 SCB on page 177
MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board LEDs

The FABRIC ACTIVE, FABRIC ONLY, and OK/FAIL LEDs indicate the status of the SCBE.
The BITS, GPS, and UTI LEDs, located next to the EXT CLK port, indicate the status of the
respective clocking interface. Table 7 on page 31 describes the functions of the Enhanced
MX SCB (MX SCBE) LEDs.

Table 7: Enhanced MX SCB LEDs

FABRIC Green On steadily Fabric is in active mode.

ACTIVE
FABRIC Green On steadily MX SCBE operates in fabric-only mode.

ONLY
– Off MX SCBE operates in fabric/control board mode.
OK/FAIL Green On steadily MX SCBE is online.
Red On steadily MX SCBE has failed.
– Off MX SCBE is offline.
Red On steadily GPS clocking interface has failed.
– Off GPS clocking interface is offline.
NOTE: The LEDs BITS, GPS, and UTI are not currently supported.
BITS Green On steadily Building-integrated timing supply (BITS) clocking

interface is active.
Red On steadily BITS clocking interface has failed.
– Off BITS clocking interface is offline.
GPS Green On steadily Global positioning system (GPS) clocking interface

is active.
Red On steadily GPS clocking interface has failed.
– Off GPS clocking interface is offline.
UTI Green On steadily Universal Timing Interface (UTI) clocking interface

is active.
Red On steadily UTI clocking interface has failed.
– Off UTI clocking interface is offline.
Related • MX480 Enhanced Switch Control Board Description on page 29

Documentation
• Upgrading an MX480 SCB on page 177

MX480 Routing Engine Overview

• RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Description for MX Series on page 34
• RE-S-1800 Routing Engine LEDs on page 35
• MX480 Routing Engine LEDs on page 36
MX480 Routing Engine Description

The Routing Engine is an Intel-based PC platform that runs Junos OS. Software processes
that run on the Routing Engine maintain the routing tables, manage the routing protocols
used on the router, control the router interfaces, control some chassis components, and
provide the interface for system management and user access to the router.
You can install one or two Routing Engines in the router. The Routing Engines install into
the front of the chassis in horizontal slots in the SCBs labeled 0 and 1. If two Routing
Engines are installed, one functions as the master and the other acts as the backup. If
the master Routing Engine fails or is removed, and the backup is configured appropriately,
the backup takes over as the master.
The Routing Engines are hot-pluggable. Each Routing Engine must be installed directly
into an SCB. A USB port on the Routing Engine accepts a USB memory card that allows
you to load Junos OS.
Figure 16: Routing Engine
Routing Engine Components
NOTE: For specific information about Routing Engine components (for

example, the amount of DRAM), issue the show chassis routing-engine
command.

Routing Engine Interface Ports
Three ports, located on the right side of the routing engine, connect the Routing Engine
to one or more external devices on which system administrators can issue Junos OS
command-line interface (CLI) commands to manage the router.
The ports with the indicated labels function as follows:
• AUX—Connects the Routing Engine to a laptop, modem, or other auxiliary device

through a serial cable with an RJ-45 connector.
• CONSOLE—Connects the Routing Engine to a system console through a serial cable

with an RJ-45 connector.
• ETHERNET—Connects the Routing Engine through an Ethernet connection to a

management LAN (or any other device that plugs into an Ethernet connection) for
out-of-band management. The port uses an autosensing RJ-45 connector to support
10-Mbps or 100-Mbps connections. Two small LEDs on the top of the port indicate the
connection in use: the LED flashes yellow or green for a 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps
connection, and the LED is light green when traffic is passing through the port.
Routing Engine Boot Sequence
The Routing Engine boots from the storage media in this order: the USB device (if present),
then the CompactFlash card, then the hard disk, then the LAN. The disk from which the
router boots is called the primary boot device, and the other disk is the alternate boot
device.
NOTE: If the router boots from an alternate boot device, a yellow alarm lights
the LED on the router’s craft interface.
If the Routing Engines are configured for graceful switchover, the backup Routing Engine
automatically synchronizes its configuration and state with the master Routing Engine.
Any update to the master Routing Engine state is replicated on the backup Routing Engine.
If the backup Routing Engine assumes mastership, packet forwarding continues through
the router without interruption. For more information about graceful switchover, see the
Junos OS System Basics Configuration Guide.
NOTE: If two Routing Engines are installed, they must both be the same
hardware model.

Documentation
• MX480 Routing Engine LEDs on page 36

RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Description for MX Series

Figure 17 on page 34 shows the Routing Engine 1800.
Figure 17: RE-S-1800 Front View

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• RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Components on page 34

• RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Boot Sequence on page 35
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Components
Figure 18 on page 34 shows the RE-S-1800 Routing Engine.
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Console USB Reset
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Each Routing Engine consists of the following components:
• CPU—Runs Junos OS to maintain the router's routing tables and routing protocols..
• DRAM—Provides storage for the routing and forwarding tables and for other Routing
Engine processes.
• USB port—Provides a removable media interface through which you can install the
Junos OS manually. Junos OS supports USB version 1.0.
• CompactFlash card—Provides primary storage for software images, configuration files,

and microcode. The CompactFlash card is fixed and is inaccessible from outside the
router.
• Solid State Disk (SSD)—Provides secondary storage for log files, memory dumps, and
rebooting the system if the CompactFlash card fails.
• Interface ports—The AUX, CONSOLE, and ETHERNET provide access to management

devices. Each Routing Engine has one 10/100-Mbps Ethernet port for connecting to a

management network, and two asynchronous serial ports—one for connecting to a

console and one for connecting to a modem or other auxiliary device.
• EEPROM—Stores the serial number of the Routing Engine.
• Reset button—Reboots the Routing Engine when pressed.
• Online/Offline button—Takes the Routing Engine online or offline when pressed.
• Extractor clips—Used for inserting and extracting the Routing Engine.
• Captive screws—Secure the Routing Engine in place.
NOTE: For specific information about Routing Engine components (for

example, the amount of DRAM), issue the show chassis routing-engine
command.
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine Boot Sequence
The router is shipped with the Junos OS preinstalled on the Routing Engine. There are
three copies of software:
• One copy on the CompactFlash card in the Routing Engine.
• One copy on the hard disk in the Routing Engine.
• One copy on a USB flash drive that can be inserted into the slot on the Routing Engine
faceplate.
The Routing Engine boots from the storage media in this order: the USB device (if present),
then the CompactFlash card, then the Solid State Disk (SSD), then the LAN. Normally,
the router boots from the copy of the software on the CompactFlash card.
Related • RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for MX Series Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE Ports
Documentation
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port
• Replacing an MX960 Routing Engine
• Supported Routing Engines by Chassis
RE-S-1800 Routing Engine LEDs

Each Routing Engine has four LEDs that indicate its status. The LEDs, labeled MASTER,
STORAGE, ONLINE, and OK/FAIL, are located directly on the faceplate of the Routing
Engine. Table 8 on page 35 describes the functions of the Routing Engine LEDs.
Table 8: Routing Engine LEDs

MASTER Blue On steadily Routing Engine is the Master.
STORAGE Green Blinking Indicates activity on the SSD or Compact Flash.

Table 8: Routing Engine LEDs (continued)

ONLINE Green Blinking Routing Engine is transitioning online.
On steadily Routing Engine is functioning normally.
OK/FAIL Red On steadily Routing Engine has failed.
Related • MX240 Routing Engine Description

Documentation
• MX960 Routing Engine Description
MX480 Routing Engine LEDs

Each Routing Engine has four LEDs that indicate its status. The LEDs, labeled MASTER,
HDD, ONLINE, and FAIL, are located directly on the faceplate of the Routing Engine. Table
9 on page 36 describes the functions of the Routing Engine LEDs.
Table 9: Routing Engine LEDs

MASTER Blue On steadily Routing Engine is the Master.
HDD Green Blinking Indicates activity on the hard disk drive.
ONLINE Green Blinking Routing Engine is transitioning online.
On steadily Routing Engine is functioning normally.
FAIL Red On steadily Routing Engine has failed.
Related • MX480 Routing Engine Description on page 32

Documentation
• Replacing an MX480 Routing Engine on page 184
MX480 Craft Interface Overview

• Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft
Interface on page 37
• MX480 Component LEDs on the Craft Interface on page 38
• Alarm Relay Contacts on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 40

MX480 Craft Interface Description

The craft interface allows you to view status and troubleshooting information at a glance
and to perform many system control functions. It is hot-insertable and hot-removable.
The craft interface is located on the front of the router above the DPC card cage and
contains LEDs for the router components, the alarm relay contacts, and alarm cutoff
button.
Figure 19: Front Panel of the Craft Interface
NOTE: At least one SCB must be installed in the router for the craft interface
to obtain power.
Related • Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft Interface on
Documentation page 37
Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft Interface
Two large alarm LEDs are located at the upper right of the craft interface. The circular
red LED lights to indicate a critical condition that can result in a system shutdown. The
triangular yellow LED lights to indicate a less severe condition that requires monitoring
or maintenance. Both LEDs can be lit simultaneously.
A condition that causes an LED to light also activates the corresponding alarm relay
contact on the craft interface.
To deactivate red and yellow alarms, press the button labeled ACO/LT (for “alarm
cutoff/lamp test”), which is located to the right of the alarm LEDs. Deactivating an alarm
turns off both LEDs and deactivates the device attached to the corresponding alarm
relay contact on the craft interface.
Table 10 on page 38 describes the alarm LEDs and alarm cutoff button in more detail.

Table 10: Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button

Shape Color State Description
Red On steadily Critical alarm LED—Indicates a critical condition that

can cause the router to stop functioning. Possible
causes include component removal, failure, or
overheating.
Yellow On steadily Warning alarm LED—Indicates a serious but nonfatal

error condition, such as a maintenance alert or a
significant increase in component temperature.
– – Alarm cutoff/lamp test button—Deactivates red and

yellow alarms. Causes all LEDs on the craft interface
to light (for testing) when pressed and held.
Related • MX480 Craft Interface Description on page 37

Documentation
MX480 Component LEDs on the Craft Interface

• Host Subsystem LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 38
• Power Supply LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 39
• FPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 39
• SCB LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 40
• Fan LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 40
Host Subsystem LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
Each host subsystem has three LEDs, located on the upper left of the craft interface, that
indicate its status. The LEDs labeled RE0 show the status of the Routing Engine in slot
0 and the SCB in slot 0. The LEDs labeled RE1 show the status of the Routing Engine and
SCB in slot 1. Table 11 on page 38 describes the functions of the host subsystem LEDs.
Table 11: Host Subsystem LEDs on the Craft Interface

MASTER Green On steadily Host is functioning as the master.
ONLINE Green On steadily Host is online and is functioning normally.
OFFLINE Red On steadily Host is installed but the Routing Engine is offline.
– Off Host is not installed.

Power Supply LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
Each power supply has two LEDs on the craft interface that indicate its status. The LEDs,
labeled 0 through 3, are located on the upper left of the craft interface next to the PEM
label. Table 12 on page 39 describes the functions of the power supply LEDs on the craft
interface.
Table 12: Power Supply LEDs on the Craft Interface

PEM Green On steadily Power supply is functioning normally.
Red On steadily Power supply has failed or power input has failed.
DPC and MPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
Each DPC or MPC has LEDs on the craft interface that indicate its status. The LEDs,
labeled 0 through 5, are located along the bottom of the craft interface. Table 13 on
page 39 describes the functions of the LEDs.
Table 13: DPC and MPC LEDs on the Craft Interface

OK Green On steadily Card is functioning normally.
Blinking Card is transitioning online or offline.
– Off The slot is not online.
FAIL Red On steadily Card has failed.
FPC LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
An FPC takes up two DPC slots when installed in an MX Series router. The LEDs, labeled
0 through 5, are located along the bottom of the craft interface. The LED corresponds
to the lowest DPC slot number in which the FPC is installed. Table 14 on page 39 describes
the functions of the FPC LEDs.
Table 14: FPC LEDs on the Craft Interface

OK Green On steadily FPC is functioning normally.
Blinking FPC is transitioning online or offline.
FAIL Red On steadily FPC has failed.

SCB LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
Each SCB has two LEDs on the craft interface that indicates its status. The SCB LEDs,
labeled 0 and 1, are located along the bottom of the craft interface. Table 15 on page 40
describes the functions of the SCB LEDs.
Table 15: SCB LEDs on the Craft Interface

OK Green On steadily SCB: Fabric and control board functioning normally.
Blinking SCB is transitioning online or offline.
FAIL Red On steadily SCB has failed.
Fan LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface
The fan LEDs are located on the top left of the craft interface. Table 16 on page 40
describes the functions of the fan LEDs.
Table 16: Fan LEDs on the Craft Interface

FAN Green On steadily Fan is functioning normally.
Red On steadily Fan has failed.

Documentation
• Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft Interface on
page 37
Alarm Relay Contacts on the MX480 Craft Interface

The craft interface has two alarm relay contacts for connecting the router to external
alarm devices (see Figure 20 on page 41). Whenever a system condition triggers either
the red or yellow alarm on the craft interface, the alarm relay contacts are also activated.
The alarm relay contacts are located on the upper right of the craft interface.

Figure 20: Alarm Relay Contacts

Documentation
page 37
MX480 Power Supply Overview

• MX480 AC Power Supply Description on page 42
• MX480 AC Power Supply LEDs on page 44
• MX480 DC Power Supply Description on page 44
• MX480 DC Power Supply LEDs on page 46
MX480 Power System Description

The MX480 router uses either AC or DC power supplies. The MX480 router is configurable
with two, three, or four AC power supplies or two or four DC power supplies. The power
supplies connect to the midplane, which distributes the different output voltages produced
by the power supplies to the router components, depending on their voltage requirements.
Each power supply is cooled by its own internal cooling system.
CAUTION: The router cannot be powered from AC and DC power supplies

simultaneously. The first type of power supply detected by the router when
initially powered on determines the type of power supply allowed by the
router. All installed power supplies of the other type are disabled by the router.
If you install a power supply of the other type while the router is operating,
the router disables the power supply and generates an alarm.
NOTE: Routers configured with DC power supplies are shipped with a blank
panel installed over the power distribution modules. Routers configured with
AC power supplies have no blank panel.
Related • MX480 AC Power Supply Description on page 42

Documentation

• Connecting Power to an AC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal-Capacity Power

Supplies on page 105
• Connecting Power to a DC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal Capacity Power

• Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply on page 228
• MX480 Chassis Grounding Specifications on page 294
• MX480 Router Grounding Cable Lug Specifications
MX480 AC Power Supply Description

Each AC power supply weighs approximately 5.0 lb (2.3 kg) and consists of one AC
appliance inlet, an AC input switch, a fan, and LEDs to monitor the status of the power
supply. Figure 21 on page 42 shows the power supply. For existing power supplies, each
inlet requires a dedicated AC power feed and a dedicated 15 A (250 VAC) circuit breaker.
For high-capacity power supplies, each inlet requires a dedicated AC power feed and a
dedicated 16.0 A @ 100 VAC or 16.0 A @ 200 VAC circuit breaker., or as required by local
code.
Figure 21: AC Power Supply
Figure 22: High-Capacity AC Power Supply
AC OK
DC OK
PS
FAIL

For more information about the AC power specifications, see the MX480 3D Universal
Edge Router Hardware Guide.
WARNING: The router is pluggable type A equipment installed in a

restricted-access location. It has a separate protective earthing terminal
(sized for UNC 1/4-20 ground lugs) provided on the chassis in addition to the
grounding pin of the power supply cord. This separate protective earthing
terminal must be permanently connected to earth.
AC Power Supply Configurations
The MX480 router supports either the low-line (110 V) AC power configuration or the
high-line (220 V) AC power configuration.
• In the low-line (110 V) AC power configuration, the MX480 router contains three or
four AC power supplies (see Figure 21 on page 42), located horizontally at the rear of
the chassis in slots PEM0 through PEM3 (left to right). Each AC power supply provides
power to all components in the router. When three power supplies are present, they
share power almost equally within a fully populated system. Four AC power supplies
provide full power redundancy. If one power supply fails or is removed, the remaining
power supplies assume the entire electrical load without interruption. Three power
supplies provide the maximum configuration with full power for as long as the router
is operational. The low-line configuration requires three power supplies and the fourth
power supply provides redundancy. With high-capacity power supplies, you must have
a minimum of three power supplies installed in the router.
• In the high-line (220 V) AC power configuration, the MX480 router contains two or
four AC power supplies (see Figure 21 on page 42), located horizontally at the rear of
the chassis in slots PEM0 through PEM3 (left to right). In a high-line AC power
configuration, each AC power supply provides power to all components in the router.
When two or more power supplies are present, they share power almost equally within
a fully populated system. Four AC power supplies provide full power redundancy. If
one power supply fails or is removed, the remaining power supplies assume the entire
electrical load without interruption.Two power supplies provide the maximum
configuration with full power for as long as the router is operational. In the two-PEM
high-line configuration, slots PEM0 and PEM1 or PEM2 and PEM3 are used. The high-line
configuration requires two power supplies, with the third and fourth providing
redundancy. With high-capacity power supplies, you must have a minimum of two
power supplies installed in the router.
Related • MX480 Chassis Description on page 7

Documentation
• MX480 AC Power Supply LEDs on page 44

MX480 AC Power Supply LEDs

Each AC power supply faceplate contains three LEDs that indicate the status of the
power supply (see Table 17 on page 44). The power supply status is also reflected in two
LEDs on the craft interface. In addition, a power supply failure triggers the red alarm LED
on the craft interface.
Table 17: AC Power Supply LEDs

AC OK Yellow Off AC power input voltage is below 78 VAC.
Green On AC power input voltage is within 78–264 VAC.
DC OK Green Off DC power outputs generated by the power supply are not within the normal
operating ranges.
On DC power outputs generated by the power supply are within the normal operating
ranges.
PS FAIL Red Off Power supply is functioning normally.
On Power supply is not functioning normally and its output voltage is out of regulation
limits. Check AC OK and DC OK LEDs for more information.

Documentation
MX480 DC Power Supply Description

Each DC power supply weighs approximately 3.8 lb (1.7 kg) and consists of one DC input
(–48 VDC and return), one 40 A (–48 VDC) circuit breaker, a fan, and LEDs to monitor
the status of the power supply. Figure 23 on page 45 shows the power supply. Each DC
power supply has a single DC input (–48 VDC and return) that requires a dedicated circuit
breaker.
For high capacity power supplies, we recommend that you provision 60 A or 75A per
feed, depending on the selected DIP switch setting.

Figure 23: DC Power Supply
Figure 24: High-Capacity DC Power Supply
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DC Power Supply Configurations
In the DC power configuration, the MX480 router contains either two or four DC power
supplies (see Figure 23 on page 45) located at the rear of the chassis in slots PEM0
through PEM3 (left to right). You can upgrade your DC power system from two to four
power supplies.
Four power supplies provide full redundancy. If a DC power supply in a redundant

configuration is removed or fails, its redundant power supply takes over without
interruption. The DC power supply in PEM2 serves as redundant to the DC power supply
in slot PEM0, and the DC power supply in PEM3 serves as redundant to the DC power
supply in slot PEM1. If only two DC power supplies are installed, they must be installed
in slots PEM0 and PEM1 or in slots PEM2 and PEM3.
Table 18 on page 45 shows the components that are powered by each DC power supply
slot. It applies to existing and high-capacity power supplies.
Table 18: Power Supply Redundancy and Power Distribution

DC Power Supply Slot Power Supply Provides Power to the Following Components
PEM0 Fan tray, DPC slots 0 and 1, and SCB slots 0 and 1

Table 18: Power Supply Redundancy and Power Distribution (continued)

DC Power Supply Slot Power Supply Provides Power to the Following Components
PEM1 Fan tray and DPC slots 2 through 5
PEM2 Fan tray, DPC slots 0 and 1, and SCB slots 0 and 1
PEM3 Fan tray and DPC slots 2 through 5
Related • Power Supply LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface on page 39

Documentation
• MX480 DC Power Supply LEDs on page 46
• DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 301
MX480 DC Power Supply LEDs

Each DC power supply faceplate contains three LEDs that indicate the status of the
power supply (see Table 19 on page 46). The power supply status is also reflected in two
LEDs on the craft interface.In addition, a power supply failure triggers the red alarm LED
NOTE: An SCB must be present for the PWR OK LED to go on.
Table 19: DC Power Supply LEDs

PWR OK Green Off Power supply is not functioning normally. Check the INPUT OK LED for more
information.
On Power supply is functioning normally.
Yellow On The main output voltage is out of range (lower limit: 37.5 V to 39.5 V; upper limit:
72.5 V to 76 V).
BRKR ON Green Off DC power supply circuit breaker is turned off.
On DC power input is present and the DC power supply circuit breaker is turned on.
INPUT OK Green Off DC input to the PEM is not present.
On DC input is present and is connected in correct polarity.
Yellow On DC input is present, but not in valid operating range or connected in reverse polarity.


Documentation
MX480 Cooling System Overview

• MX480 Fan LED on page 49
MX480 Cooling System Description

The cooling system consists of the following components:
• Fan tray
• Air filter
The cooling system components work together to keep all router components within the
acceptable temperature range (see Figure 25 on page 47, Figure 26 on page 48, and
Figure 27 on page 48). The router has one fan tray and one air filter that install vertically
in the rear of the router. The fan tray contains six fans. The MX Series high-capacity fan
trays satisfy cooling requirements for high-density DPCs and MPCs, and must be upgraded
for proper cooling.
The air intake to cool the chassis is located on the side of the chassis next to the air filter.
Air is pulled through the chassis toward the fan tray, where it is exhausted out the side
of the system. The air intake to cool the power supplies is located in the front of the router
above the craft interface. The exhaust for the power supplies is located on the rear
bulkhead power supplies.
Figure 25: Airflow Through the Chassis
The host subsystem monitors the temperature of the router components. When the
router is operating normally, the fans function at lower than full speed. If a fan fails or
the ambient temperature rises above a threshold, the speed of the remaining fans is
automatically adjusted to keep the temperature within the acceptable range. If the

ambient maximum temperature specification is exceeded and the system cannot be

adequately cooled, the Routing Engine shuts down the system by disabling output power
from each power supply.
Figure 26: Fan Tray
Figure 27: Air Filter
Related • MX480 Fan LED on page 49

Documentation
• Maintaining the MX480 Air Filter on page 124
• Maintaining the MX480 Fan Tray on page 124
• Troubleshooting the MX480 Cooling System on page 152

MX480 Fan LED

Each fan has an LED that displays its status. The fan LEDs are located on the top left of
the craft interface. For more information, see “Fan LEDs on the MX480 Craft Interface”
on page 40.
Related • MX480 Cooling System Description on page 47

Documentation
MX480 Cable Management Brackets
The cable management brackets (see Figure 28 on page 49) consist of plastic dividers
located on the left and right sides of each DPC, FPC, or MPC slot, and SCB slot. The cable
management brackets allow you to route the cables outside the router and away from
the DPCs, MPCs, MICs, PICs, and SCBs.
Figure 28: Cable Management Brackets

Figure 29: Cable Management Brackets Installed on the Router
Related • Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX480 DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs on page 138
Documentation
• Replacing the MX480 Cable Management Brackets on page 239

PART 2
Setting Up the MX480 Router

• Preparing the Site for MX480 Router Installation on page 53
• MX480 Router Installation Overview on page 59
• Unpacking the MX480 Router on page 61
• Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware on page 65
• Installing the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift on page 69
• Installing the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift on page 83
• Connecting the MX480 Router on page 97
• Grounding and Providing Power to the MX480 Router on page 103
• Configuring Junos OS on page 117


CHAPTER 3
Preparing the Site for MX480 Router

Installation
• MX480 Site Preparation Checklist on page 53

• MX480 Router Rack Requirements on page 54
• MX480 Router Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware
Maintenance on page 56
• MX480 Router Cabinet Requirements on page 57
MX480 Site Preparation Checklist
The checklist in Table 20 on page 53 summarizes the tasks you must perform when
preparing a site for router installation.
Table 20: Site Preparation Checklist

Item or Task For More Information Performed By Date
Verify that environmental factors such as “MX480 Router Environmental

temperature and humidity do not exceed router Specifications” on page 283
tolerances.
Select the type of rack or cabinet. “MX480 Router Rack Requirements”

on page 54,
“MX480 Router Cabinet Size and
Clearance Requirements” on page 57
Plan rack or cabinet location, including required “MX480 Router Rack Requirements”
space clearances. on page 54,
“MX480 Router Clearance
Requirements for Airflow and
Hardware Maintenance” on page 56,
“MX480 Router Cabinet Size and
Clearance Requirements” on page 57
If a rack is used, secure rack to floor and building “MX480 Router Rack Requirements”
structure. on page 54
Acquire cables and connectors.

Table 20: Site Preparation Checklist (continued)

Item or Task For More Information Performed By Date
Locate sites for connection of system “MX480 Chassis Grounding

grounding. Specifications” on page 294,
MX480 Router Grounding Cable Lug
Specifications,
MX480 Router Grounding Cable
Specifications
Measure distance between external power

sources and router installation site.
Calculate the optical power budget and optical “Calculating Power Budget and
power margin. Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables”
on page 308
Related • MX480 Router Rack Requirements on page 54

Documentation
• MX480 Router Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance on
page 56
• MX480 Router Cabinet Size and Clearance Requirements on page 57
MX480 Router Rack Requirements
The router can be installed in a rack. Many types of racks are acceptable, including
four-post (telco) racks and open-frame racks. An example of an open-frame rack appears
in Figure 30 on page 55.
• Rack Size and Strength on page 54

• Spacing of Mounting Bracket Holes on page 55
• Connection to Building Structure on page 56
Rack Size and Strength

The router is designed for installation in a 19-in. rack as defined in Cabinets, Racks, Panels,
and Associated Equipment (document number EIA-310-D) published by the Electronics
Industry Association (http://www.eia.org).
With the use of adapters or approved wing devices to narrow the opening between the
rails, the router fits into a 600-mm-wide rack or cabinet , as defined in the four-part
Equipment Engineering (EE); European telecommunications standard for equipment practice
(document number ETSI EN 300 119) published by the European Telecommunications
Standards Institute (http://www.etsi.org).
The rack rails must be spaced widely enough to accommodate the router chassis's
external dimensions: 14.0 in. (356 mm) high, 24.5 in. (622 mm) deep, and
17.45 in. (443 mm) wide. The spacing of rails and adjacent racks must also allow for the
clearances around the router and rack that are specified in “MX480 Router Clearance
Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance” on page 56.

Chapter 3: Preparing the Site for MX480 Router Installation
In general, a center-mount rack is preferable to a front-mount rack because the more

even distribution of weight in the center-mount rack provides greater stability.
For instructions about installing the mounting hardware, see “Installing the MX480 Router
Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet” on page 65.
The chassis height of 14.0 in. (35.6 cm) is approximately 8 U. A U is the standard rack
unit defined in Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment (document number
EIA-310-D) published by the Electronics Industry Association. You can stack five MX480
routers in a rack that has at least 48 U (84 in. or 2.13 m) of usable vertical space.
The rack must be strong enough to support the weight of the fully configured router, up
to 163.5 lb (74.2 kg). If you stack five fully configured routers in one rack, it must be capable
of supporting up to 818 lb (371.0 kg).
Figure 30: Typical Open-Frame Rack
Spacing of Mounting Bracket Holes

The router can be mounted in any rack that provides holes or hole patterns spaced at 1
U (1.75 in.) increments. The mounting brackets used to attach the chassis to a rack are
designed to fasten to holes spaced at those distances.

Connection to Building Structure

Always secure the rack to the structure of the building. If your geographical area is subject
to earthquakes, bolt the rack to the floor. For maximum stability, also secure the rack to
ceiling brackets.
Related • MX480 Site Preparation Checklist on page 53

Documentation
• Installation Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 250
MX480 Router Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance
When planning the installation site, you need to allow sufficient clearance around the
rack (see Figure 31 on page 57):
• For the cooling system to function properly, the airflow around the chassis must be
unrestricted. Allow at least 6 in. (15.2 cm) of clearance between side-cooled routers.
Allow 2.8 in. (7 cm) between the side of the chassis and any non-heat-producing
surface such as a wall.
• For service personnel to remove and install hardware components, there must be
adequate space at the front and back of the router. At least 24 in. (61 cm) is required
both in front of and behind the router. NEBS GR-63 recommends that you allow at
least 30 in. (72.6 cm) in front of the rack and 24 in. (61.0 cm) behind the rack.
Airflow must always be from front to back with respect to the rack. If the device has
side to rear airflow, then provisions must be made to ensure that fresh air from the
front of the rack is supplied to the inlets, and exhaust exits the rear of the rack. The
device must not interfere with the cooling of other systems in the rack. Fillers must be
used as appropriate in the rack to ensure there is no recirculation of heated exhaust
air back to the front of the rack. Care must also be taken around cables to ensure that
no leakage of air in situations where recirculation may result.

Chapter 3: Preparing the Site for MX480 Router Installation
Figure 31: Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance

for an MX480 Router Chassis
27.75"
24" (61 cm) (70.75 cm)
clearance required
for maintenance 24" (61 cm)
24.5"
clearance required
(62.2 cm)
for maintenance
Front Rear
19.2" 17.4"
(48.7 cm) (44.2 cm)
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Front-mounting flange
Cable management system

Documentation
MX480 Router Cabinet Requirements
• MX480 Router Cabinet Size and Clearance Requirements on page 57

• MX480 Router Cabinet Airflow Requirements on page 58
MX480 Router Cabinet Size and Clearance Requirements

The minimum size cabinet that can accommodate the router is 482 mm wide and 800 mm
deep. A cabinet larger than the minimum requirement provides better airflow and reduces
the chance of overheating. To accommodate a single router, the cabinet must be at least
13 U high. If you provide adequate cooling air and airflow clearance, you can stack five
routers in a cabinet that has at least 48 U (84 in. or 2.13 m) of usable vertical space.
The minimum front and rear clearance requirements depend on the mounting
configuration you choose. The minimum total clearance inside the cabinet is 30.7 in.
between the inside of the front door and the inside of the rear door.

Documentation
• MX480 Router Cabinet Airflow Requirements on page 58

MX480 Router Cabinet Airflow Requirements

Before you install the router in a cabinet, you must ensure that ventilation through the
cabinet is sufficient to prevent overheating. Consider the following requirements to when
planning for chassis cooling:
• Ensure that the cool air supply you provide through the cabinet can adequately dissipate
the thermal output of the router.
• Ensure that the cabinet allows the chassis hot exhaust air to exit from the cabinet
without recirculating into the router. An open cabinet (without a top or doors) that
employs hot air exhaust extraction from the top allows the best airflow through the
chassis. If the cabinet contains a top or doors, perforations in these elements assist
with removing the hot air exhaust. For an illustration of chassis airflow, see Figure 32
on page 58.
• Install the router as close as possible to the front of the cabinet so that the cable
management brackets just clear the inside of the front door. This maximizes the
clearance in the rear of the cabinet for critical airflow.
• Route and dress all cables to minimize the blockage of airflow to and from the chassis.
Figure 32: Airflow Through the Chassis

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CHAPTER 4
MX480 Router Installation Overview
• Installing an MX480 Router Overview on page 59
Installing an MX480 Router Overview
To install the router:
1. Prepare the installation site.
See “MX480 Site Preparation Checklist” on page 53.
2. Review the safety guidelines and warnings.
• General Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices on page 245
• General Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 246
3. Unpack the router and verify that all parts have been received.
a. See “Unpacking the MX480 Router” on page 61.
b. See “Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received” on page 63.
4. Install the mounting hardware.
See “Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet” on
page 65.
5. Install the router.
See “Installing the MX480 Router Using a Mechanical Lift” on page 74.
6. Connect cables to external devices.
See “Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices” on page 97.
7. Connect the grounding cable.
See “Grounding the MX480 Router” on page 104.
8. Connect the power cables.



9. Power on the router.
• Powering On an AC-Powered MX480 Router on page 107
• Powering On a DC-Powered MX480 Router on page 113
10. Perform the initial system configuration.
See “Initially Configuring the MX480 Router” on page 117.
Related • Tools and Parts Required to Unpack the MX480 Router on page 61
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CHAPTER 5
Unpacking the MX480 Router
• Tools and Parts Required to Unpack the MX480 Router on page 61

• Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received on page 63
Tools and Parts Required to Unpack the MX480 Router
To unpack the router and prepare for installation, you need the following tools:
• Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2
• 1/2-in. or 13-mm open-end or socket wrench to remove bracket bolts from the shipping
pallet
• Blank panels to cover any slots not occupied by a component
Related • Unpacking the MX480 Router on page 61

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• Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received on page 63
Unpacking the MX480 Router
The router is shipped in a wooden crate. A wooden pallet forms the base of the crate.
The router chassis is bolted to this pallet. Quick Start installation instructions and a
cardboard accessory box are also included in the shipping crate.
The shipping container measures 25.0 in. (63.5 cm) high, 28 in. (71.1 cm) wide, and
33.5 in. (85.0 cm) deep. The total weight of the container containing the router and
accessories can range from 153 lb (70 kg) to 351 lb (159.2 kg).
NOTE: The router is maximally protected inside the shipping crate. Do not
unpack it until you are ready to begin installation.

To unpack the router (see Figure 33 on page 62):
1. Move the shipping crate to a staging area as close to the installation site as possible,
where you have enough room to remove the components from the chassis. While the
chassis is bolted to the pallet, you can use a forklift or pallet jack to move it.
2. Position the shipping crate with the arrows pointing up.
3. Open all the latches on the shipping crate.
4. Remove the front door of the shipping crate cover and set it aside.
5. Slide the remainder of the shipping crate cover off the pallet.
6. Remove the foam covering the top of the router.
7. Remove the accessory box and the Quick Start installation instructions.
8. Verify the parts received against the lists.
9. Remove the vapor corrosion inhibitor (VCI) packs attached to the pallet, being careful
not to break the VCI packs open.
10. To remove the brackets holding the chassis on the pallet, use a 1/2-in. socket wrench
and a number 2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the bolts and screws from the brackets.
11. Store the brackets and bolts inside the accessory box.
12. Save the shipping crate cover, pallet, and packing materials in case you need to move
or ship the router at a later time.
Figure 33: Contents of the Shipping Crate
Related • Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received on page 63

Documentation
• Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet on page 65
• Installing the MX480 Router Using a Mechanical Lift on page 74
• Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift
• Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift on page 83

Chapter 5: Unpacking the MX480 Router
Verifying the MX480 Router Parts Received
A packing list is included in each shipment. Check the parts in the shipment against the
items on the packing list. The packing list specifies the part numbers and descriptions of
each part in your order.
If any part is missing, contact a customer service representative.
A fully configured router contains the router chassis with installed components, listed in
Table 21 on page 63, and an accessory box, which contains the parts listed in Table 22
on page 64. The parts shipped with your router can vary depending on the configuration
you ordered.
Table 21: Parts List for a Fully Configured Router

Component Quantity
Chassis, including midplane, craft interface, and 1

center-mounting brackets
DPCs Up to 6
FPCs Up to 3
MPCs Up to 6
MICs Up to 12
PICs Up to 6
Routing Engines 1 or 2
SCBs 1 or 2
Power supplies Up to 4
Fan tray 1
Air filter 1
Air filter tray 1
Quick start installation instructions 1
Small mounting shelf 1
Blank panels for slots without components installed One blank panel for each slot not
occupied by a component

Table 22: Accessory Box Parts List

Part Quantity
Screws to mount chassis and small shelf 22
DC power terminal Lugs, 6-AWG 8
RJ-45-to-DB-9 cable to connect the router through the 1

serial port
Cable management brackets 2
Terminal block plug, 3–pole, 5.08 mm spacing, 12A, to 2

connect the router alarms
Label, accessories contents, MX480 1
USB flash drive with Junos OS 1
Read me first document 1
Affidavit for T1 connection 1
Juniper Networks Product Warranty 1
End User License Agreement 1
Document sleeve 1
3 in. x 5 in. pink bag 2
9 in. x 12 in. pink bag, ESD 2
Accessory Box, 19 in. x 12 in. x 3 in. 1
Ethernet cable, RJ-45/RJ-45, 4-pair stranded UTP, 1

Category 5E, 15'
ESD wrist strap with cable 1
Related • Tools and Parts Required to Unpack the MX480 Router on page 61
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CHAPTER 6
Installing the MX480 Router Mounting

Hardware
• Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet on page 65
• Moving the Mounting Brackets for Center-Mounting the MX480 Router on page 67
Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware for a Rack or Cabinet
The router can be installed in a four-post rack or cabinet or an open-frame rack. Install
the mounting hardware on the rack before installing the router.
Install the mounting shelf, which is included in the shipping container, before installing
the router. We recommend that you install the mounting shelf because the weight of a
fully loaded chassis can be up to 163.5 lb (74.2 kg).
Table 23 on page 65 specifies the holes in which you insert cage nuts and screws to install
the mounting hardware required (an X indicates a mounting hole location). The hole
distances are relative to one of the standard U divisions on the rack. The bottom of all
mounting shelves is at 0.02 in. above a U division.
Table 23: Four-Post Rack or Cabinet Mounting Hole Locations

Hole Distance Above U Division Mounting Shelf
4 2.00 in. (5.1 cm) 1.14 U X
3 1.51 in. (3.8 cm) 0.86 U X
2 0.88 in. (2.2 cm) 0.50 U X
1 0.25 in. (0.6 cm) 0.14 U X
To install the mounting shelf on the front rails of a four-post rack or cabinet, or the rails
of an open-frame rack:
1. If needed, install cage nuts in the holes specified in Table 23 on page 65.
2. On the back of each rack rail, partially insert a mounting screw into the lowest hole
specified in Table 23 on page 65.

3. Install the mounting shelf on the back of the rack rails. Rest the bottom slot of each
flange on a mounting screw.
4. Partially insert the remaining screws into the open holes in each flange of the mounting
shelf (see Figure 34 on page 66 or Figure 35 on page 67).
5. Tighten all the screws completely.
Figure 34: Installing the Front Mounting Hardware for a Four-Post Rack
or Cabinet

Chapter 6: Installing the MX480 Router Mounting Hardware
Figure 35: Installing the Mounting Hardware for an Open-Frame Rack
Related • Installing the MX480 Router Using a Mechanical Lift on page 74

Documentation
Moving the Mounting Brackets for Center-Mounting the MX480 Router
Two removable mounting brackets are attached to the mounting holes closest to the
front of the chassis. You can move the pair of brackets to another position on the side of
the chassis for center-mounting the router.
To move the mounting brackets from the front of the chassis toward the center of the
chassis:
1. Remove the three screws at the top and center of the bracket.
2. Pull the top of the bracket slightly away from the chassis. The bottom of the bracket
contains a tab that inserts into a slot in the chassis.
3. Pull the bracket away from the chassis so that the tab is removed from the chassis
slot.
4. Insert the bracket tab into the slot in the bottom center of the chassis.
5. Align the bracket with the two mounting holes located toward the top center of the
chassis.
There is no mounting hole in the center of the chassis that corresponds to the hole in
the center of the bracket.

6. Insert the two screws at the top of the bracket and tighten each partially.
Two screws are needed for mounting the bracket on the center of the chassis. You
do not need the third screw.
7. Tighten the two screws completely.
8. Repeat the procedure for the other bracket.

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CHAPTER 7
Installing the MX480 Router with a

Mechanical Lift
• Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift on page 69
• Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It with a Lift on page 69
• Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It with a Lift on page 76
• Installing the MX480 Router Cable Management Bracket on page 81
Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift
To install the router, you need the following tools:
• Mechanical lift
• Phillips (+) screwdrivers, numbers 1 and 2
• 7/16-in. (11 mm) nut driver
• ESD grounding wrist strap

Documentation
• Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It with a Lift on
page 69
Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It with a Lift
To make the router light enough to install with a lift, you must first remove most
components from the chassis. The procedures for removing components from the chassis
are for initial installation only, and assume that you have not connected power cables

to the router. The following procedures describe how to remove components from the
chassis, first from the rear and then from the front:
1. Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router with a
Lift on page 70
2. Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 71
3. Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 71
4. Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 72
5. Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 73
Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
Remove the leftmost power supply first and then work your way to the right. To remove
the AC or DC power supplies for each power supply (see Figure 36 on page 70):
1. Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist, and connect
the strap to an approved site ESD grounding point. See the instructions for your site.
2. On an AC-powered router, switch the AC input switch on each power supply to the
off (O) position. On a DC-powered router, Move the DC circuit breaker on each DC
power supply to the off (O) position.
We recommend this even though the power supplies are not connected to power
sources.
3. Loosen the captive screws on the bottom edge of the power supply faceplate.
4. Pull the power supply straight out of the chassis.
Figure 36: Removing a Power Supply Before Installing the Router

Chapter 7: Installing the MX480 Router with a Mechanical Lift
Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To remove the fan tray (see Figure 37 on page 71 ):
2. Loosen the captive screws on the fan tray faceplate.
3. Grasp the fan tray handle, and pull it out approximately 1 to 3 inches.
4. Press the latch located on the inside of the fan tray to release it from the chassis.
5. Place one hand under the fan tray to support it, and pull the fan tray completely out
of the chassis.
Figure 37: Removing the Fan Tray
Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To remove the SCBs (see Figure 38 on page 72):
1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface.
3. Rotate the ejector handles simultaneously counterclockwise to unseat the SCB.
4. Grasp the ejector handles, and slide the SCB about halfway out of the chassis.

5. Place one hand underneath the SCB to support it, and slide it completely out of the
chassis. Place it on the antistatic mat.
CAUTION: Do not stack hardware components on one another after you

remove them. Place each component on an antistatic mat resting on a
stable, flat surface.
6. Repeat the procedure for each SCB.
Figure 38: Removing an SCB
Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To remove a DPC (see Figure 39 on page 73):
1. Have ready an antistatic mat for the DPC. Also have ready rubber safety caps for each
DPC using an optical interface on the DPC that you are removing.
3. Simultaneously turn both the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the DPC.
4. Grasp the handles, and slide the DPC straight out of the card cage halfway.
5. Place one hand around the front of the DPC and the other hand under it to support it.
Slide the DPC completely out of the chassis, and place it on the antistatic mat or in
the electrostatic bag.
CAUTION: The weight of the DPC is concentrated in the back end. Be

prepared to accept the full weight—up to 13.1 lb (5.9 kg)—as you slide the
DPC out of the chassis.

When the DPC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector handles,
bus bars, or edge connectors. They cannot support its weight.
Do not stack DPC on top of one another after removal. Place each one
individually in an electrostatic bag or on its own antistatic mat on a flat,
stable surface.
Figure 39: Removing a DPC
Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To remove an FPC (see Figure 40 on page 74):
1. Have ready an antistatic mat for the FPC. Also have ready rubber safety caps for each
PIC using an optical interface on the PIC that you are removing.
3. Simultaneously turn both the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the FPC.
4. Grasp the handles, and slide the FPC straight out of the card cage halfway.
5. Place one hand around the front of the FPC and the other hand under it to support it.
Slide the FPC completely out of the chassis, and place it on the antistatic mat or in
CAUTION: The weight of the FPC is concentrated in the back end. Be

prepared to accept the full weight—up to 18 lb (8.2 kg)—as you slide the
FPC out of the chassis.
When the FPC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector handles,

Figure 40: Removing an FPC
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Installing the MX480 Router Using a Mechanical Lift
Because of the router's size and weight—up to 163.5 lb (74.2 kg) depending on the
configuration—we strongly recommend that you install the router using a mechanical
lift. To make the router light enough to install with a lift, you must first remove most
components from the chassis.
CAUTION: Before front mounting the router in a rack, have a qualified

technician verify that the rack is strong enough to support the router's weight
and is adequately supported at the installation site.
To install the router using a lift (see Figure 41 on page 75):
1. Ensure that the rack is in its permanent location and is secured to the building. Ensure
that the installation site allows adequate clearance for both airflow and maintenance.
2. Load the router onto the lift, making sure it rests securely on the lift platform.
3. Using the lift, position the router in front of the rack or cabinet, centering it in front of
the mounting shelf.
4. Lift the chassis approximately 0.75 in. above the surface of the mounting shelf and
position it as close as possible to the shelf.

5. Carefully slide the router onto the mounting shelf so that the bottom of the chassis
and the mounting shelf overlap by approximately two inches.
6. Slide the router onto the mounting shelf until the mounting brackets contact the rack
rails. The shelf ensures that the holes in the mounting brackets of the chassis align
with the holes in the rack rails.
7. Move the lift away from the rack.
8. Install a mounting screw into each of the open mounting holes aligned with the rack,
starting from the bottom.
9. Visually inspect the alignment of the router. If the router is installed properly in the
rack, all the mounting screws on one side of the rack should be aligned with the
mounting screws on the opposite side and the router should be level.
Figure 41: Installing the Router in the Rack
NOTE: This illustration depicts the router being installed in an open-frame

rack. For an illustration of the mounting hardware required for a four-post
rack or cabinet.

Documentation
• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage to an MX480 Router on page 248

page 69
Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It with a Lift
After the router is installed in the rack, you reinstall the removed components before
booting and configuring the router. The following procedures describe how to reinstall
components in the chassis, first in the rear and then in the front:
1. Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router with a
Lift on page 76
2. Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 77
3. Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 78
4. Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 79
5. Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift on page 80
Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
Reinstall the rightmost power supply first and then work your way to the left. To reinstall
the AC or DC power supplies, follow this procedure for each power supply (see Figure 42
on page 77, which shows the installation of the DC power supplies):
the strap to one of the ESD points on the chassis.
sources.
3. Using both hands, slide the power supply straight into the chassis until the power
supply is fully seated in the chassis slot. The power supply faceplate should be flush
with any adjacent power supply faceplate or blank installed in the power supply slot.
4. Tighten the captive screws.

Figure 42: Reinstalling a Power Supply
Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To reinstall the fan tray (see Figure 43 on page 78):
2. Grasp the fan tray on each side, and insert it straight into the chassis. Note the correct
orientation by the "this side up" label on the top surface of the fan tray.
3. Tighten the captive screws on the fan tray faceplate to secure it in the chassis.

Figure 43: Reinstalling a Fan Tray
Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To reinstall an SCB (see Figure 44 on page 79):
CAUTION: Before removing or replacing an SCB, ensure that the ejector

handles are stored vertically and pressed toward the center of the SCB.
2. Carefully align the sides of the SCB with the guides inside the chassis.
3. Slide the SCB into the chassis until you feel resistance, carefully ensuring that it is
correctly aligned.
4. Grasp both ejector handles, and rotate them simultaneously clockwise until the SCB
is fully seated.
5. Place the ejector handles in their proper position, horizontally and toward the center
of the board. To avoid blocking the visibility of the LEDs position the ejectors over the
PARK icon.

Figure 44: Reinstalling an SCB
Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To reinstall a DPC (see Figure 45 on page 80):
2. Place the DPC on an antistatic mat, or remove it from its electrostatic bag.
3. Identify the slot on the router where it will be installed.
4. Verify that each fiber-optic transceiver is covered by a rubber safety cap. If it does not,
cover the transceiver with a safety cap.
5. Orient the DPC so that the faceplate faces you.
6. Lift the DPC into place, and carefully align the sides of the DPC with the guides inside
the card cage.
7. Slide the DPC all the way into the card cage until you feel resistance.
8. Grasp both ejector handles, and rotate them clockwise simultaneously until the DPC
is fully seated.

Figure 45: Reinstalling a DPC
Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router with a Lift
To reinstall an FPC (see Figure 46 on page 81):
2. Place the FPC on an antistatic mat, or remove it from its electrostatic bag.
3. Identify the two DPC slots on the router where the FPC will be installed.
4. Verify that each fiber-optic transceiver on the PIC is covered by a rubber safety cap.
If it does not, cover the transceiver with a safety cap.
5. Orient the FPC so that the faceplate faces you.
6. Lift the FPC into place, and carefully align the sides of the FPC with the guides inside
the card cage.
7. Slide the FPC all the way into the card cage until you feel resistance.
8. Grasp both ejector handles, and rotate them clockwise simultaneously until the FPC
is fully seated.

Figure 46: Reinstalling an FPC
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Installing the MX480 Router Cable Management Bracket
The cable management brackets attach to both sides of the router. To install the cable
management brackets (see Figure 47 on page 82):
2. Position the cable management brackets on the front sides of the chassis.
3. Insert the tabs into the slots.
4. Tighten the captive screws completely.

Figure 47: Installing the Cable Management Brackets

Documentation
• Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Connections on page 97

CHAPTER 8
Installing the MX480 Router Without a

Mechanical Lift
• Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It Without a
Lift on page 83
• Installing the MX480 Chassis in the Rack Manually on page 89
• Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It Without a
Lift on page 91
Tools Required to Install the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift
To install the router, you need the following tools and parts:
Related • Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It Without a Lift on
• Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It Without a Lift on

page 91
Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It Without a Lift
If you cannot use a mechanical lift to install the router (the preferred method), you can
install it manually. To make the router light enough to install manually, you first remove
most components from the chassis. The procedures for removing components from the
chassis are for initial installation only, and assume that you have not connected power

cables to the router. The following procedures describe how to remove components from
the chassis, first from the rear and then from the front:
1. Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a
Lift on page 84
2. Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 85
3. Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 85
4. Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 86
5. Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 87
Removing the Power Supplies Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
Remove the leftmost power supply first and then work your way to the right. To remove
the AC or DC power supplies for each power supply (see Figure 48 on page 84):
sources.
Figure 48: Removing a Power Supply Before Installing the Router

Chapter 8: Installing the MX480 Router Without a Mechanical Lift
Removing the Fan Tray Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
To remove the fan tray (see Figure 49 on page 85 ):
of the chassis.
Removing the SCBs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
To remove the SCBs (see Figure 50 on page 86):

chassis. Place it on the antistatic mat.
CAUTION: Do not stack hardware components on one another after you

remove them. Place each component on an antistatic mat resting on a
stable, flat surface.
6. Repeat the procedure for each SCB.
Removing the DPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
1. Have ready an antistatic mat for the DPC. Also have ready rubber safety caps for each
DPC using an optical interface on the DPC that you are removing.
3. Simultaneously turn both the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the DPC.


Do not stack DPC on top of one another after removal. Place each one
stable surface.
Removing the FPCs Before Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
1. Have ready an antistatic mat for the FPC. Also have ready rubber safety caps for each
PIC using an optical interface on the PIC that you are removing.
5. Place one hand around the front of the FPC and the other hand under it to support it.
Slide the FPC completely out of the chassis, and place it on the antistatic mat or in


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Installing the MX480 Chassis in the Rack Manually
To install the router in the rack (see Figure 53 on page 90):
CAUTION: If you are installing more than one router in a rack, install the
lowest one first. Installing a router in an upper position in a rack or cabinet
requires a lift.
CAUTION: Before front mounting the router in a rack, have a qualified

technician verify that the rack is strong enough to support the router's weight
and is adequately supported at the installation site.
CAUTION: Lifting the chassis and mounting it in a rack requires two people.
The empty chassis weighs approximately 65.5 lb (29.7 kg).
1. Ensure that the rack is in its permanent location and is secured to the building. Ensure
that the installation site allows adequate clearance for both airflow and maintenance.
2. Position the router in front of the rack or cabinet, centering it in front of the mounting
shelf. Use a pallet jack if one is available.
3. With one person on each side, hold onto the bottom of the chassis and carefully lift
it onto the mounting shelf.
WARNING: To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your
legs, not your back. Avoid twisting your body as you lift. Balance the load
evenly, and be sure that your footing is solid.
4. Slide the router onto the mounting shelf until the mounting brackets contact the rack
rails. The shelf ensures that the holes in the mounting brackets of the chassis align
with the holes in the rack rails.
5. Install a mounting screw into each of the open mounting holes aligned with the rack,
starting from the bottom.
6. Visually inspect the alignment of the router. If the router is installed properly in the
rack, all the mounting screws on one side of the rack should be aligned with the
mounting screws on the opposite side and the router should be level.

Figure 53: Installing the Router in the Rack
NOTE: This illustration depicts the router being installed in an open-frame

rack.

Documentation
• Removing Components from the MX480 Router Before Installing It Without a Lift on
page 83

page 91

Reinstalling Components in the MX480 Router After Installing It Without a Lift
After the router is installed in the rack, you reinstall the removed components before
booting and configuring the router. The following procedures describe how to reinstall
components in the chassis, first in the rear and then in the front:
1. Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router Without a
Lift on page 91
2. Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 92
3. Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 93
4. Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 94
5. Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift on page 95
Reinstalling the Power Supplies After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
Reinstall the rightmost power supply first, and then work your way to the left. To reinstall
the AC or DC power supplies, follow this procedure for each power supply (see Figure 54
on page 92, which shows the installation of the DC power supplies):
sources.
4. Tighten the captive screws.

Figure 54: Reinstalling a Power Supply
Reinstalling the Fan Tray After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
To reinstall the fan tray (see Figure 55 on page 93):
2. Grasp the fan tray on each side, and insert it straight into the chassis. Note the correct
orientation by the "this side up" label on the top surface of the fan tray.

Figure 55: Reinstalling a Fan Tray
Reinstalling the SCBs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
To reinstall an SCB (see Figure 56 on page 94):
CAUTION: Before removing or replacing an SCB, ensure that the ejector

handles are stored vertically and pressed toward the center of the SCB.
correctly aligned.
is fully seated.
5. Place the ejector handles in their proper position, horizontally and toward the center
of the board. To avoid blocking the visibility of the LEDs position the ejectors over the
PARK icon.

Figure 56: Reinstalling an SCB
Reinstalling the DPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
4. Verify that each fiber-optic transceiver is covered by a rubber safety cap. If it does not,
cover the transceiver with a safety cap.
the card cage.
is fully seated.

Figure 57: Reinstalling a DPC
Reinstalling the FPCs After Installing the MX480 Router Without a Lift
2. Place the FPC on an antistatic mat, or remove it from its electrostatic bag.
3. Identify the two DPC slots on the router where the FPC will be installed.
4. Verify that each fiber-optic transceiver on the PIC is covered by a rubber safety cap.
the card cage.
is fully seated.

Figure 58: Reinstalling an FPC
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CHAPTER 9
Connecting the MX480 Router
• Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Connections on page 97

• Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices on page 97
• Connecting DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC Cables to the MX480 Router on page 100
Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Connections
To connect the router to management devices and line cards, you need the following
tools and parts:
• 2.5-mm flat-blade (–) screwdriver
• 2.5-mm Phillips (+) screwdriver
• Wire cutters
• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding wrist strap
Related • Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices on page 97
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Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices
• Connecting the MX480 Router to a Network for Out-of-Band Management on page 97

• Connecting the MX480 Router to a Management Console or Auxiliary Device on page 98
• Connecting the MX480 Router to an External Alarm-Reporting Device on page 99
Connecting the MX480 Router to a Network for Out-of-Band Management

To connect the Routing Engine to a network for out-of-band management, connect an
Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors to the ETHERNET port on the Routing Engine. One
Ethernet cable is provided with the router. To connect to the ETHERNET port on the
Routing Engine:
1. Turn off the power to the management device.
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable (Figure 60 on page 98 shows the connector) into
the ETHERNET port on the Routing Engine. Figure 59 on page 98 shows the port.

3. Plug the other end of the cable into the network device.
Figure 59: Ethernet Port
Figure 60: Routing Engine Ethernet Cable Connector
Connecting the MX480 Router to a Management Console or Auxiliary Device

To use a system console to configure and manage the Routing Engine, connect it to the
appropriate CONSOLE port on the Routing Engine. To use a laptop, modem, or other
auxiliary device, connect it to the AUX port on the Routing Engine. Both ports accept a
cable with an RJ-45 connector. One serial cable with an RJ-45 connector and a DB-9
connector is provided with the router. To connect a device to the CONSOLE port and
another device to the AUX port, you must supply an additional cable.
To connect a management console or auxiliary device:
1. Turn off the power to the console or auxiliary device.
2. Plug the RJ-45 end of the serial cable (Figure 62 on page 99 shows the connector)
into the AUX port or CONSOLE port on the Routing Engine. Figure 61 on page 99 shows
the ports.
3. Plug the female DB-9 end into the device's serial port.
NOTE:
For console devices, configure the serial port to the following values:
• Baud rate—9600
• Parity—N
• Data bits—8
• Stop bits—1
• Flow control—none

Chapter 9: Connecting the MX480 Router
Figure 61: Auxiliary and Console Ports
Figure 62: Routing Engine Console and Auxiliary Cable Connector
Connecting the MX480 Router to an External Alarm-Reporting Device

To connect the router to external alarm-reporting devices, attach wires to the RED and
YELLOW relay contacts on the craft interface. (See Figure 63 on page 99.) A system
condition that triggers the red or yellow alarm LED on the craft interface also activates
the corresponding alarm relay contact.
The terminal blocks that plug into the alarm relay contacts are supplied with the router.
2
They accept wire of any gauge between 28-AWG and 14-AWG (0.08 and 2.08 mm ),
which is not provided. Use the gauge of wire appropriate for the external device you are
connecting.
To connect an external device to an alarm relay contact (see Figure 63 on page 99):
1. Prepare the required length of wire with gauge between 28-AWG and 14-AWG (0.08
2
and 2.08 mm ).
2. While the terminal block is not plugged into the relay contact, use a 2.5-mm flat-blade
screwdriver to loosen the small screws on its side. With the small screws on its side
facing left, insert wires into the slots in the front of the block based on the wiring for
the external device. Tighten the screws to secure the wire.
3. Plug the terminal block into the relay contact, and use a 2.5-mm flat-blade screwdriver
to tighten the screws on the face of the block.
4. Attach the other end of the wires to the external device.
To attach a reporting device for the other kind of alarm, repeat the procedure.

Related • Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Connections on page 97
Documentation
• Routing Engine Interface Cable and Wire Specifications for MX Series Routers on
page 310
Connecting DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC Cables to the MX480 Router
To connect the DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs to the network (see Figure 64 on page 101 and
Figure 65 on page 101):
1. Have ready a length of the type of cable used by the component. For cable
specifications, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
2. Remove the rubber safety plug from the cable connector port.
WARNING: Do not look directly into a fiber-optic transceiver or into the

ends of fiber-optic cables. Fiber-optic transceivers and fiber-optic cable
connected to a transceiver emit laser light that can damage your eyes.
CAUTION: Do not leave a fiber-optic transceiver uncovered except when

inserting or removing cable. The safety cap keeps the port clean and
prevents accidental exposure to laser light.
3. Insert the cable connector into the cable connector port on the faceplate.
NOTE: The XFP cages and optics on the components are industry standard
parts that have limited tactile feedback for insertion of optics and fiber.
You need to insert the optics and fiber firmly until the latch is securely in
place.
4. Arrange the cable in the cable management brackets to prevent it from dislodging or
developing stress points. Secure the cable so that it is not supporting its own weight
as it hangs to the floor. Place excess cable out of the way in a neatly coiled loop.
Placing fasteners on the loop helps to maintain its shape.
CAUTION: Avoid bending fiber-optic cable beyond its minimum bend

radius. An arc smaller than a few inches in diameter can damage the cable
and cause problems that are difficult to diagnose.
CAUTION: Do not let fiber-optic cable hang free from the connector. Do
not allow fastened loops of cable to dangle, which stresses the cable at
the fastening point.

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Figure 64: Attaching a Cable to a DPC
Figure 65: Attaching a Cable to a MIC
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CHAPTER 10
Grounding and Providing Power to the

MX480 Router
• Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Grounding and Power
Connections on page 103
• Grounding the MX480 Router on page 104
• Installing the MX480 AC High-Capacity Power Supplies on page 106
• Powering On an AC-Powered MX480 Router on page 107
• Installing an MX480 DC High-Capacity Power Supply on page 111
• Powering Off the MX480 Router on page 115
Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Grounding and Power Connections
To ground and provide power to the router, you need the following tools and parts:
• 2.5-mm flat-blade (–) screwdriver
• 7/16-in. (11 mm) hexagonal-head external drive socket wrench, or nut driver, with a
torque range between 23 lb-in. (2.6 Nm) and 25 lb-in. (2.8 Nm) tightening torque, for
tightening nuts to terminal studs on each power supply on a DC-powered router.
• Wire cutters
CAUTION: The maximum torque rating of the terminal studs on the DC power
supply is 36 lb-in. (4.0 Nm). The terminal studs may be damaged if excessive
torque is applied. Use only a torque-controlled driver or socket wrench to
tighten nuts on the DC power supply terminal studs. Use an

appropriately-sized driver or socket wrench, with a maximum torque capacity

of 50 lb-in. or less. Ensure that the driver is undamaged and properly
calibrated and that you have been trained in its use. You may wish to use a
driver that is designed to prevent overtorque when the preset torque level is
achieved.
Related • Grounding the MX480 Router on page 104

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Grounding the MX480 Router
You ground the router by connecting a grounding cable to earth ground and then attaching
it to the chassis grounding points using UNC 1/4-20 two screws. You must provide the
grounding cable (cable lugs are supplied with the router). To ground the router:
1. Verify that a licensed electrician has attached the cable lug provided with the router
to the grounding cable.
3. Ensure that all grounding surfaces are clean and brought to a bright finish before
grounding connections are made.
4. Connect the grounding cable to a proper earth ground.
5. Detach the ESD grounding strap from the site ESD grounding point.
7. Place the grounding cable lug over the grounding points on the upper rear of the
chassis. The bolts are sized for UNC 1/4-20 bolts.
8. Secure the grounding cable lug to the grounding points, first with the washers, then
with the screws.
9. Dress the grounding cable and verify that it does not touch or block access to router
components, and that it does not drape where people could trip on it.
Related • MX480 Chassis Grounding Specifications on page 294

Documentation

Chapter 10: Grounding and Providing Power to the MX480 Router
Connecting Power to an AC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal-Capacity Power

Supplies
CAUTION: Do not mix AC and DC power supplies within the same router.
Damage to the router might occur.
You connect AC power to the router by attaching power cords from the AC power sources
to the AC appliance inlets located on the power supplies. For power cord and AC power
specifications, see “AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480 Router” on page 298.
To connect the AC power cords to the router (see Figure 66 on page 106):
2. Locate the power cords shipped with the router, which should have a plug appropriate
for your geographical location (see “AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480
Router” on page 298).
3. Move the AC input switch next to the appliance inlet on the power supply to the off
(O) position.
4. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
5. Insert the power cord plug into an external AC power source receptacle.
NOTE: Each power supply must be connected to a dedicated AC power

feed and a dedicated external circuit breaker.
6. Route the power cord along the cable restraint toward the left or right corner of the
chassis. If needed to hold the power cord in place, thread plastic cable ties, which you
must provide, through the openings on the cable restraint.
7. Verify that the power cord does not block the air exhaust and access to router
components, or drape where people could trip on it.
8. Repeat Step 2 through Step 6 for the remaining power supplies.

Figure 66: Connecting AC Power to the Router (110V)

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Installing the MX480 AC High-Capacity Power Supplies
To install a high-capacity AC power supply:
1. Move the AC input switch next to the appliance inlet on the power supply to the off (O)
position.
supply is fully seated in the chassis slot as shown in Figure 67 on page 107. The power
supply faceplate should be flush with any adjacent power supply faceplate or blank
installed in the power supply slot.
3. Tighten both captive screws at the bottom of the power supply.
4. Attach the power cord to the power supply.
5. Attach the power cord to the AC power source, and switch on the dedicated customer
site circuit breaker. Follow the instructions for your site.
6. Move the AC input switch next to the appliance inlet on the power supply to the on
(|) position and observe the status LEDs on the power supply faceplate. If the power
supply is correctly installed and functioning normally, the AC OK and DC OK LEDs light
steadily and the PS FAIL LED is not lit.

Figure 67: Installing an AC Power Supply
Powering On an AC-Powered MX480 Router
To power on an AC-powered router:
2. Verify that the power supplies are fully inserted in the chassis.
3. Verify that each AC power cord is securely inserted into its appliance inlet.
4. Verify that an external management device is connected to one of the Routing Engine
ports (AUX, CONSOLE, or ETHERNET).
5. Turn on the power to the external management device.
6. Switch on the dedicated customer site circuit breakers for the power supplies. Follow
the ESD and safety instructions for your site.
7. Move the AC input switch on each power supply to the on (|) position and observe
the status LEDs on each power supply faceplate. If an AC power supply is correctly
installed and functioning normally, the AC OK and DC OK LEDs light steadily, and the
PS FAIL LED is not lit.
If any of the status LEDs indicates that the power supply is not functioning normally,
repeat the installation and cabling procedures.

NOTE: After powering off a power supply, wait at least 60 seconds before
turning it back on. After powering on a power supply, wait at least 60
seconds before turning it off.
If the system is completely powered off when you power on the power
supply, the Routing Engine boots as the power supply completes its startup
sequence. If the Routing Engine finishes booting and you need to power
off the system again, first issue the CLI request system halt command.
After a power supply is powered on, it can take up to 60 seconds for status
indicators—such as the status LEDs on the power supply and the
show chassis command display—to indicate that the power supply is
functioning normally. Ignore error indicators that appear during the first
60 seconds.
8. On the external management device connected to the Routing Engine, monitor the
startup process to verify that the system has booted properly.

Documentation
• Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices on page 97
Connecting Power to a DC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal Capacity Power

Supplies
CAUTION: Do not mix AC and DC power supplies within the same router.
Damage to the router might occur.
WARNING: Before performing DC power procedures, ensure that power is

removed from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is off, locate the circuit
breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit
breaker to the off position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker
in the off position.
You connect DC power to the router by attaching power cables from the external DC
power sources to the terminal studs on the power supply faceplates. You must provide
the power cables (the cable lugs are supplied with the router).

To connect the DC source power cables to the router:
1. Switch off the dedicated customer site circuit breakers. Ensure that the voltage across
the DC power source cable leads is 0 V and that there is no chance that the cable
leads might become active during installation.
3. Move the DC circuit breaker on the power supply faceplate to the off (O) position.
4. Remove the clear plastic cover protecting the terminal studs on the faceplate.
5. Verify that the DC power cables are correctly labeled before making connections to
the power supply. In a typical power distribution scheme where the return is connected
to chassis ground at the battery plant, you can use a multimeter to verify the resistance
of the –48V and RTN DC cables to chassis ground:
• The cable with very large resistance (indicating an open circuit) to chassis ground
is –48V.
• The cable with very low resistance (indicating a closed circuit) to chassis ground is
RTN.
CAUTION: You must ensure that power connections maintain the proper
polarity. The power source cables might be labeled (+) and (–) to indicate
their polarity. There is no standard color coding for DC power cables. The
color coding used by the external DC power source at your site determines
the color coding for the leads on the power cables that attach to the
terminal studs on each power supply.
6. Remove the nut and washer from each of the terminal studs. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm]
nut driver or socket wrench.)
7. Secure each power cable lug to the terminal studs, first with the flat washer, then
with the nut (see Figure 68 on page 110). Apply between 23 lb-in. (2.6 Nm) and 25 lb-in.
(2.8 Nm) of torque to each nut. Do not overtighten the nut. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm]
torque-controlled driver or socket wrench.)
a. Secure each positive (+) DC source power cable lug to the RTN (return) terminal.
b. Secure each negative (–) DC source power cable lug to the –48V (input) terminal.
CAUTION: Ensure that each power cable lug seats flush against the surface
of the terminal block as you are tightening the nuts. Ensure that each nut
is properly threaded onto the terminal stud. The nut should be able to spin
freely with your fingers when it is first placed onto the terminal stud.
Applying installation torque to the nut when improperly threaded may
result in damage to the terminal stud.

CAUTION: The maximum torque rating of the terminal studs on the DC

power supply is 36 lb-in. (4.0 Nm). The terminal studs may be damaged
if excessive torque is applied. Use only a torque-controlled driver or socket
wrench to tighten nuts on the DC power supply terminal studs.
The DC power supplies in slots PEM0 and PEM1 must be powered by dedicated power
feeds derived from feed A, and the DC power supplies in slots PEM2 and PEM3 must
be powered by dedicated power feeds derived from feed B. This configuration provides
the commonly deployed A/B feed redundancy for the system.
8. Route the power cables along the cable restraint toward the left or right corner of the
chassis. If needed, thread plastic cable ties, which you must provide, through the
openings on the cable restraint to hold the power cables in place.
9. Replace the clear plastic cover over the terminal studs on the faceplate.
10. Verify that the power cables are connected correctly, that they are not touching or
blocking access to router components, and that they do not drape where people could
trip on them.
11. Repeat Steps 3 through 10 for the remaining power supplies.
Figure 68: Connecting DC Power to the Router
Related • DC Power Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 304
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Installing an MX480 DC High-Capacity Power Supply
To install a DC power supply:
1. Ensure that the voltage across the DC power source cable leads is 0 V and that there
is no chance that the cable leads might become active during installation.
2. Move the power switch on the power supply faceplate to the off (O) position.
4. Using a screwdriver, loosen the captive screw holding the metal cover over the input
mode switch. Rotate the metal cover away from the input mode switch to expose the
switch.
5. Check the setting of the input mode switch. Use a sharp, nonconductive object to
slide the switch to the desired position. Set the input mode switch to position 0 for
60-A input and position 1 for 70-A input. This setting is used by the power management
software and needs to be set before on the power supply. See Figure 69 on page 111.
Figure 69: DC High-Capacity Power Supply Input Mode Switch
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6. Rotate the metal cover over the input mode switch, and use a screwdriver to tighten
the captive screw.
7. Tighten the captive screws on the lower edge of the power supply faceplate.
9. Remove the nut and washer from each of the terminal studs.
with the split washer, and then with the nut (see Figure 70 on page 113). Apply between
23 lb-in. (2.6 Nm) and 25 lb-in. (2.8 Nm) of torque to each nut. Do not overtighten the
nut. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm] torque-controlled driver or socket wrench.)
a. Secure the positive (+) DC source power cable lug to the RTN (return) terminal.
b. Secure the negative (–) DC source power cable lug to the –48V (input) terminal.


NOTE: The DC power supplies in PEM0 and PEM1 must be powered by

dedicated power feeds derived from feed A, and the DC power supplies
in PEM2 and PEM3 must be powered by dedicated power feeds derived
from feed B. This configuration provides the commonly deployed A/B feed
redundancy for the system.
chassis. If needed to hold the power cables in place, thread plastic cable ties, which
you must provide, through the openings on the cable restraint.
13. Verify that the power cabling is correct, that the cables are not touching or blocking
access to router components, and that they do not drape where people could trip on
them.
14. Switch on the dedicated customer site circuit breakers. Follow your site's procedures
for safety and ESD.
Verify that the INPUT OK LED on the power supply is lit green.
15. On each of the DC power supplies, turn the power switch to the on (—) position.
Observe the status LEDs on the power supply faceplate. If the power supply is correctly
installed and functioning normally, the PWR OK, BRKR ON, and INPUT OK LEDs light
green steadily.

Powering On a DC-Powered MX480 Router
To power on a DC-powered router:
1. Verify that an external management device is connected to one of the Routing Engine
ports (AUX, CONSOLE, or ETHERNET).
2. Turn on the power to the external management device.
4. Verify that the power supplies are fully inserted in the chassis.
5. Verify that the source power cables are connected to the appropriate terminal: the
positive (+) source cable to the return terminal (labeled RETURN) and the negative
(–) source cable to the input terminal (labeled –48V).
6. Switch on the dedicated customer site circuit breakers to provide power to the DC
power cables.
7. Check the INPUT OK LED is lit steadily green to verify that power is present.
8. If power is not present:
• Verify that the fuse is installed correctly and turn on the breaker at the battery
distribution fuse board or fuse bay.
• Check the voltage with a meter at the terminals of the power supply for correct
voltage level and polarity.
9. On each of the DC power supplies, switch the DC circuit breaker to the center position
before moving it to the on (—) position.

NOTE: The circuit breaker may bounce back to the off (O) position if you
move the breaker too quickly.
If any of the status LEDs indicates that the power supply is not functioning normally,
repeat the installation and cabling procedures described in “Replacing an MX480 DC
Power Supply” on page 230.
10. Verify that the BREAKER ON LED is lit green steadily.
11. Verify that the PWR OK LED is lit green steadily, indicating the power supply is correctly
installed and functioning normally.
If the power supply is not functioning normally, repeat the installation and cabling
procedures described in “Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply” on page 230.
turning it back on. After powering on a power supply, wait at least 60
seconds before turning it off.
If the system is completely powered off when you power on the power
supply, the Routing Engine boots as the power supply completes its startup
sequence. If the Routing Engine finishes booting and you need to power
off the system again, first issue the CLI request system halt command.
After a power supply is powered on, it can take up to 60 seconds for status
indicators—such as the status LEDs on the power supply and the
show chassis command display—to indicate that the power supply is
functioning normally. Ignore error indicators that appear during the first
60 seconds.
12. On the external management device connected to the Routing Engine, monitor the
startup process to verify that the system has booted properly.
Related • Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices on page 97
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Powering Off the MX480 Router
turning it back on.
To power off the router:
1. On the external management device connected to the Routing Engine, issue the
request system halt both-routing-engines operational mode command. The command
shuts down the Routing Engines cleanly, so their state information is preserved. (If
the router contains only one Routing Engine, issue the request system halt command.)
user@host> request system halt both-routing-engines

2. Wait until a message appears on the console confirming that the operating system
has halted. For more information about the command, see the Junos OS Operational
Mode Commands.
4. Move the AC input switch on each AC power supply or the DC circuit breaker on each
DC power supply to the off (O) position.

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CHAPTER 11
Configuring Junos OS
• Initially Configuring the MX480 Router on page 117
Initially Configuring the MX480 Router
The MX480 router is shipped with the Junos OS preinstalled and ready to be configured
when the MX480 router is powered on. There are three copies of the software: one on a
CompactFlash card in the Routing Engine, one on a rotating hard disk in the Routing
Engine, and one on a USB flash drive that can be inserted into the slot in the Routing
Engine faceplate.
When the router boots, it first attempts to start the image on the USB flash drive. If a
USB flash drive is not inserted into the Routing Engine or the attempt otherwise fails, the
router next tries the CompactFlash card (if installed), and finally the hard disk.
You configure the router by issuing Junos OS command-line interface (CLI) commands,
either on a console device attached to the CONSOLE port on the Routing Engine, or over
a telnet connection to a network connected to the ETHERNET port on the Routing Engine.
Gather the following information before configuring the router:
• Name the router will use on the network
• Domain name the router will use
• IP address and prefix length information for the Ethernet interface
• IP address of a default router
• IP address of a DNS server
• Password for the root user
This procedure connects the router to the network but does not enable it to forward
traffic. For complete information about enabling the router to forward traffic, including
examples, see the Junos OS configuration guides.
To configure the software:
1. Verify that the router is powered on.
2. Log in as the “root” user. There is no password.

3. Start the CLI.
root# cli
root@>
4. Enter configuration mode.
cli> configure
[edit]
root@#
5. Configure the name of the router. If the name includes spaces, enclose the name in
quotation marks (“ ”).
[edit]
root@# set system host-name host-name
6. Create a management console user account.
[edit]
root@# set system login user user-name authentication plain-text-password
New password: password
Retype new password: password
7. Set the user account class to super-user.
[edit]
root@# set system login user user-name class super-user
8. Configure the router’s domain name.
[edit]
root@# set system domain-name domain-name
9. Configure the IP address and prefix length for the router’s Ethernet interface.
[edit]
root@# set interfaces fxp0 unit 0 family inet address address/prefix-length
10. Configure the IP address of a backup router, which is used only while the routing
protocol is not running.
[edit]
root@# set system backup-router address
11. Configure the IP address of a DNS server.
[edit]
root@# set system name-server address
12. Set the root authentication password by entering either a clear-text password, an
encrypted password, or an SSH public key string (DSA or RSA).
[edit]
root@# set system root-authentication plain-text-password
New password: password
Retype new password: password
or
[edit]
root@# set system root-authentication encrypted-password encrypted-password
or

Chapter 11: Configuring Junos OS
[edit]
root@# set system root-authentication ssh-dsa public-key
or
[edit]
root@# set system root-authentication ssh-rsa public-key
13. (Optional) Configure the static routes to remote subnets with access to the
management port. Access to the management port is limited to the local subnet. To
access the management port from a remote subnet, you need to add a static route
to that subnet within the routing table. For more information about static routes, see
the Junos OS System Basics Configuration Guide.
[edit]
root@# set routing-options static route remote-subnet next-hop destination-IP retain
no-readvertise
14. Configure the telnet service at the [edit system services] hierarchy level.
[edit]
root@# set system services telnet
15. (Optional) Display the configuration to verify that it is correct.
[edit]
root@# show
system {
host-name host-name;
domain-name domain-name;
backup-router address;
root-authentication {
authentication-method (password | public-key);
}
name-server {
address;
}
}
interfaces {
fxp0 {
unit 0 {
family inet {
address address/prefix-length;
}
}
}
}
16. Commit the configuration to activate it on the router.
[edit]
root@# commit
17. (Optional) Configure additional properties by adding the necessary configuration

statements. Then commit the changes to activate them on the router.
[edit]
root@host# commit
18. When you have finished configuring the router, exit configuration mode.

[edit]
root@host# exit
root@host>
NOTE: To reinstall the Junos OS, you boot the router from the removable
media. Do not insert the removable media during normal operations. The
router does not operate normally when it is booted from the removable media.
When the router boots from the storage media (removable media, CompactFlash card,
or hard disk) it expands its search in the /config directory of the routing platform for the
following files in the following order: juniper.conf (the main configuration file), rescue.conf
(the rescue configuration file), and juniper.conf.1 (the first rollback configuration file).
When the search finds the first configuration file that can be loaded properly, the file
loads and the search ends. If none of the file can be loaded properly, the routing platform
does not function properly. If the router boots from an alternate boot device, the Junos
OS displays a message indication this when you log in to the router.
Related • Powering On an AC-Powered MX480 Router on page 107

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PART 3
Hardware Maintenance, Troubleshooting,

and Replacement Procedures
• Maintaining MX480 Router Hardware Components on page 123
• Troubleshooting MX480 Hardware Components on page 149
• Replacing MX480 Hardware Components on page 161


CHAPTER 12
Maintaining MX480 Router Hardware

Components
This chapter describes how to maintain hardware components installed in the router.
Some components, such as the craft interface, require no maintenance.
For information about returning a part to Juniper Networks for repair or replacement, see
“Contacting Customer Support and Returning MX480 Hardware” on page 315.
• Tools and Parts Required to Maintain the MX480 Router on page 123
• Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router on page 123
• Maintaining the MX480 Cooling System Components on page 124
• Maintaining MX480 Packet Forwarding Engine Components on page 130
• Maintaining the MX480 Power Supplies on page 147
Tools and Parts Required to Maintain the MX480 Router
To maintain hardware components, you need the following tools and parts:
• Flat-blade (–) screwdriver
Related • Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router on page 123
Documentation
Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router

Purpose For optimum router performance, perform preventive maintenance procedures.
Action • Inspect the installation site for moisture, loose wires or cables, and excessive dust.
Make sure that airflow is unobstructed around the router and into the air intake vents.
• Check the status-reporting devices on the craft interface—System alarms and LEDs.

• Inspect the air filter at the left rear of the router, replacing it every 6 months for optimum
cooling system performance. Do not run the router for more than a few minutes without
the air filter in place.
Related • Maintaining the MX480 Air Filter on page 124

Documentation
Maintaining the MX480 Cooling System Components

Maintaining the MX480 Air Filter

Purpose For optimum cooling, verify the condition of the air filters.
Action • Regularly inspect the air filter. A dirty air filter restricts airflow in the unit, producing a
negative effect on the ventilation of the chassis. The filter degrades over time. You
must replace the filter every 6 months.
CAUTION: Always keep the air filter in place while the router is operating.
Because the fans are very powerful, they could pull small bits of wire or
other materials into the router through the unfiltered air intake. This could
damage the router components.
• Use spare filters within 1 year of manufacture. Check the date of manufacture printed
on the filter. Store spare air filters in a dark, cool, and dry place. Storing air filters at
higher temperatures, or where they can be exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation,
hydrocarbon emissions, or vapors from solvents, can significantly reduce their life.
Related • Replacing the MX480 Air Filter on page 163

Documentation
• Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router on page 123
Maintaining the MX480 Fan Tray

Purpose For optimum cooling, verify the condition of the fans.
Action • Monitor the status of the fans. A fan tray contains multiple fans that work in unison to
cool the router components. If one fan fails, the host subsystem adjusts the speed of
the remaining fans to maintain proper cooling. A red alarm is triggered when a fan fails,
and a yellow alarm and red alarm is triggered when a fan tray is removed.
• To display the status of the cooling system, issue the show chassis environment
command. The output is similar to the following:
user@host> show chassis environment

Chapter 12: Maintaining MX480 Router Hardware Components
Class Item Status Measurement

Temp PEM 0 OK 40 degrees C / 104 degrees F
PEM 1 OK 40 degrees C / 104 degrees F
PEM 2 Absent
PEM 3 Absent
Routing Engine 0 OK 36 degrees C / 96 degrees F
Routing Engine 0 CPU OK 32 degrees C / 89 degrees F
Routing Engine 1 OK 35 degrees C / 95 degrees F
Routing Engine 1 CPU OK 32 degrees C / 89 degrees F
CB 0 Intake OK 33 degrees C / 91 degrees F
CB 0 Exhaust A OK 32 degrees C / 89 degrees F
CB 0 Exhaust B OK 36 degrees C / 96 degrees F
CB 0 ACBC OK 35 degrees C / 95 degrees F
CB 0 SF A OK 49 degrees C / 120 degrees F
CB 0 SF B OK 43 degrees C / 109 degrees F
CB 1 Intake OK 33 degrees C / 91 degrees F

CB 1 Exhaust A OK 30 degrees C / 86 degrees F
CB 1 Exhaust B OK 37 degrees C / 98 degrees F
CB 1 ACBC OK 34 degrees C / 93 degrees F
CB 1 SF A OK 46 degrees C / 114 degrees F
CB 1 SF B OK 43 degrees C / 109 degrees F
FPC 1 Intake OK 37 degrees C / 98 degrees F

FPC 1 Exhaust A OK 32 degrees C / 89 degrees F
FPC 1 Exhaust B OK 35 degrees C / 95 degrees F
FPC 1 QX 0 TSen OK 50 degrees C / 122 degrees F
FPC 1 QX 0 Chip OK 58 degrees C / 136 degrees F
FPC 1 LU 0 TCAM TSen OK 50 degrees C / 122 degrees F
FPC 1 LU 0 TCAM Chip OK 43 degrees C / 109 degrees F
FPC 1 LU 0 TSen OK 50 degrees C / 122 degrees F
FPC 1 LU 0 Chip OK 51 degrees C / 123 degrees F
FPC 1 MQ 0 TSen OK 50 degrees C / 122 degrees F
FPC 1 MQ 0 Chip OK 53 degrees C / 127 degrees F




FPC 3 I3 0 TSensor OK 46 degrees C / 114 degrees F
FPC 3 I3 0 Chip OK 51 degrees C / 123 degrees F
FPC 3 IA 0 TSensor OK 41 degrees C / 105 degrees F
FPC 3 IA 0 Chip OK 40 degrees C / 104 degrees F




Fans Top Rear Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed
Bottom Rear Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed
Top Middle Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed
Bottom Middle Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed

Top Front Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed
Bottom Front Fan OK Spinning at intermediate-speed
Related • Routine Maintenance Procedures for the MX480 Router on page 123
Documentation
• Installing the MX480 Fan Tray on page 169
Maintaining the MX480 Host Subsystem

Purpose For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the host subsystem. The host
subsystem comprises an SCB and a Routing Engine installed directly into an SCB.
Action On a regular basis:
• Check the LEDs on the craft interface to view information about the status of the
Routing Engines.
• Check the LEDs on the SCB faceplate.
• Check the LEDs on the Routing Engine faceplate.
• To check the status of the Routing Engines, issue the show chassis routing-engine
user@host> show chassis routing-engine

Routing Engine status:
Slot 0:
Current state Master
Election priority Master (default)
Temperature 45 degrees C / 113 degrees F
CPU temperature 43 degrees C / 109 degrees F
DRAM 2048 MB
Memory utilization 15 percent
CPU utilization:
User 0 percent
Background 0 percent
Kernel 8 percent
Interrupt 0 percent
Idle 92 percent
Model RE-S-1300
Serial ID 1000694968
Start time 2007-07-10 12:27:39 PDT
Uptime 1 hour, 40 minutes, 37 seconds
Load averages: 1 minute 5 minute 15 minute
0.11 0.06 0.01
Routing Engine status:
Slot 1:
Current state Backup
Election priority Backup (default)
CPU temperature 42 degrees C / 107 degrees F
DRAM 2048 MB
Memory utilization 13 percent
CPU utilization:
User 0 percent
Background 0 percent

Kernel 0 percent
Interrupt 0 percent
Idle 100 percent
Model RE-S-1300
Serial ID 1000694976
Start time 2007-06-19 14:17:00 PDT
Uptime 20 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes, 4 seconds
• To check the status of the SCBs, issue the show chassis environment cb command.
The output is similar to the following:
user@host> show chassis environment cb

CB 0 status:
State Online Master
Power 1
1.2 V 1208 mV
1.5 V 1521 mV
1.8 V 1807 mV
2.5 V 2507 mV
3.3 V 3319 mV
5.0 V 5033 mV
12.0 V 12142 mV
1.25 V 1243 mV
3.3 V SM3 3312 mV
5 V RE 5059 mV
12 V RE 11968 mV
Power 2
11.3 V bias PEM 11253 mV
4.6 V bias MidPlane 4814 mV
11.3 V bias FPD 11234 mV
11.3 V bias POE 0 11176 mV
11.3 V bias POE 1 11292 mV
Bus Revision 42
FPGA Revision 1
CB 1 status:
State Online Standby
Power 1
1.2 V 1202 mV
1.5 V 1514 mV
1.8 V 1807 mV
2.5 V 2500 mV
3.3 V 3293 mV
5.0 V 5053 mV
12.0 V 12200 mV
1.25 V 1260 mV
3.3 V SM3 3319 mV
5 V RE 5059 mV
12 V RE 12007 mV
Power 2
11.3 V bias POE 0 11292 mV
11.3 V bias POE 1 11311 mV
Bus Revision 42
FPGA Revision 1

To check the status of a specific SCB, issue the show chassis environment cb command
and include the slot number of the SCB. The output is similar to the following:
user@host> show chassis environment cb 0

CB 0 status:
State Online
Temperature Intake 66 degrees C / 150 degrees F
Temperature Exhaust A 67 degrees C / 152 degrees F
Temperature Exhaust B 73 degrees C / 163 degrees F
Power
1.2 V 1153 mV
1.5 V 1417 mV
1.8 V 1704 mV
2.5 V 2375 mV
3.3 V 3138 mV
5.0 V 4763 mV
1.2 V Rocket IO 1160 mV
1.5 V Rocket IO 1408 mV
1.8 V RLDRAM 1717 mV
I2C Slave Revision 15
For more information about using the CLI, see the Junos OS manuals.

Documentation
Maintaining MX480 Packet Forwarding Engine Components

• Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX480 DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs on page 138
• Holding and Storing MX Series DPCs on page 139
• Holding and Storing MX Series FPCs on page 143
Maintaining MX480 DPCs

Purpose The router can have up to six Dense Port Concentrators (DPCs) mounted horizontally in
the DPC card cage at the front of the chassis. For optimum router performance, verify
the condition of the DPCs.

• Check the LEDs on the craft interface directly above each DPC slot. The green LED
labeled OK lights steadily when a DPC is functioning normally.
• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the DPC. For more information, seeMX Series 3D Universal
Edge Routers Line Card Guide . If the DPC detects a failure, the DPC sends an alarm
message to the Routing Engine.
• Check the status of installed DPCs by issuing the CLI show chassis fpc command to
check the status of installed DPCs. As shown in the sample output, the value Online
in the column labeled State indicates that the DPC is functioning normally:
user@host> show chassis fpc

Temp CPU Utilization (%) Memory Utilization (%)
Slot State (C) Total Interrupt DRAM (MB) Heap Buffer
0 Online 41 9 0 1024 15 57
1 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
2 Online 43 11 0 1024 16 57
3 Empty
4 Empty
5 Online 42 6 0 1024 16 57
For more detailed output, add the detail option. The following example does not specify
a slot number, which is optional:
user@host> show chassis fpc detail

Slot 0 information:
State Online
Total CPU DRAM 1024 MB
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Total DDR DRAM 4096 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:33 PDT
Uptime: 1 hour, 33 minutes, 52 seconds
Max Power Consumption 368 Watts
Slot 1 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:38 PDT
Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:40 PDT
Slot 5 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB

Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:42 PDT

• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The DPC slots are numbered 0
through 5, bottom to top:
user@host> show chassis fpc pic-status

Slot 0 Online DPCE 4x 10GE R
PIC 0 Online 1x 10GE(LAN/WAN)
PIC 0 Online 10x 1GE(LAN)
Slot 5 Online DPC 4x 10GE R
For further description of the output from the command, see the Junos OS Operational
Mode Commands.

Documentation
Maintaining MX480 FPCs

Purpose The MX480 router can have up to three Flexible PIC Concentrators (FPCs) installed
horizontally in the front of the chassis. For optimum router performance, verify the
condition of the FPC.
• Check the LEDs on the craft interface directly above the FPC. The green LED labeled
OK lights steadily when an FPC is functioning normally.
• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the FPC. If the FPC detects a failure, the FPC sends an alarm
message to the Routing Engine.
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc command to check the status of the installed FPC. As
shown in the sample output, the value Online in the column labeled State indicates
that the FPC is functioning normally:


0 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
1 Empty
2 Online 41 9 0 1024 15 57
3 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
4 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
5 Empty

Slot 0 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 128 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:24 PST
Uptime: 15 hours, 2 minutes, 47 seconds
Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST
Slot 3 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST
Slot 4 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The following example shows an
FPC installed in DPC slots 0, and 1:

Slot 0 Online MX FPC Type 3
PIC 0 Online 1x OC-192 SONET

Slot 3 Online MPC Type 2 3D EQ

PIC 0 Online 1x 10GE XFP
Slot 4 Online MPC 3D 16x 10GE
PIC 0 Online 4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
NOTE: An FPC takes up two DPC slots when installed on an MX Series

router. The slot number corresponds to the lowest numbered DPC slot.
Mode Commands.

Documentation
• Holding an MX480 FPC on page 144
• Storing an MX480 FPC on page 146
Maintaining MX480 PICs

Purpose For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the PICs.
• Check the LEDs on PIC faceplates. The meaning of the LED states differs for various
PICs. For more information, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
If the FPC that houses the PIC detects a PIC failure, the FPC generates an alarm
message to be sent to the Routing Engine.
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The PIC slots in an FPC are
numbered from 0 through 1, left to right:

Slot 2 Online MS-DPC
PIC 0 Online MS-DPC PIC


Mode Commands.

Documentation
• Troubleshooting the MX480 PICs on page 155
• MX480 PIC Serial Number Label on page 321
Maintaining MX480 MPCs

Purpose The router can have up to six MPCs mounted horizontally in the card cage at the front of
the chassis. For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the MPCs.
• Check the LEDs on the craft interface directly above each MPC slot. The green LED
labeled OK lights steadily when an MPC is functioning normally.
• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the MPC. If the MPC detects a failure, the MPC sends an
alarm message to the Routing Engine.
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc command to check the status of installed MPCs. As
shown in the sample output, the value Online in the column labeled State indicates
that the MPC is functioning normally:

0 Online 36 3 0 2048 14 13
1 Online 40 5 0 2048 26 13
2 Online 41 6 0 1024 7 43
3 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
4 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
5 Empty

Slot 0 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:54 PST
Uptime: 6 days, 3 hours, 8 minutes, 51 seconds

Slot 1 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:54 PST

Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 128 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:46 PST

Slot 3 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 806 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:27:04 PST

Slot 4 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 1324 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:27:02 PST
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The MPC slots are numbered 0
through 5, bottom to top:

Slot 0 Online DPCE 4x 10GE R EQ
PIC 0 Online 1x 10GE(LAN/WAN) EQ
PIC 0 Online 10x 1GE(LAN) EQ


Mode Commands.

Documentation
Maintaining MX480 MICs

Purpose For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the MICs.
• Check the LEDs on MIC faceplates. The meaning of the LED states differs for various
MICs. For more information, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
If the MPC that houses the MIC detects a MIC failure, the MPC generates an alarm
message to be sent to the Routing Engine.
• Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The MIC slots in an MPC are
numbered PIC 0/1 and PIC 2/3, left to right:

Mode Commands.

Related • MX480 Modular Interface Card (MIC) Description on page 15

Documentation
Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX480 DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs

Purpose For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the cables that connect to the
DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs.
• Use the cable management brackets to support cables and prevent cables from
dislodging or developing stress points.
• Place excess cable out of the way in the cable management brackets. Do not allow
fastened loops of cable to dangle from the connector or cable management brackets,
because this stresses the cable at the fastening point. Putting fasteners on the loops
helps to maintain their shape.
• Keep the cable connections clean and free of dust and other particles, which can cause
drops in the received power level. Always inspect cables and clean them if necessary
before connecting an interface.
• Label both ends of the cables to identify them.
The following guidelines apply specifically to fiber-optic cables:
• When you unplug a fiber-optic cable, always place a rubber safety plug over the
transceiver on the faceplate and on the end of the cable.
• Anchor fiber-optic cables to avoid stress on the connectors. Be sure to secure fiber-optic
cables so that they do not support their own weight as they hang to the floor. Never
let fiber-optic cable hang free from the connector.
• Avoid bending fiber-optic cable beyond its bend radius. An arc smaller than a few
inches can damage the cable and cause problems that are difficult to diagnose.
• Frequent plugging and unplugging of fiber-optic cable into and out of optical
instruments can cause damage to the instruments that is expensive to repair. Instead,
attach a short fiber extension to the optical equipment. Any wear and tear due to
frequent plugging and unplugging is then absorbed by the short fiber extension, which
is easy and inexpensive to replace.
• Keep fiber-optic cable connections clean. Small microdeposits of oil and dust in the
canal of the transceiver or cable connector could cause loss of light, reducing signal
power and possibly causing intermittent problems with the optical connection.
To clean the transceivers, use an appropriate fiber-cleaning device, such as RIFOCS

Fiber Optic Adaptor Cleaning Wands (part number 946). Follow the directions for the
cleaning kit you use.

After you clean an optical transceiver, make sure that the connector tip of the fiber-optic
cable is clean. Use only an approved alcohol-free fiber-optic cable cleaning kit, such
as the Opptex Cletop-S Fiber Cleaner. Follow the directions for the cleaning kit you
use.
Related • Maintaining MX480 DPCs on page 130

Documentation
Holding and Storing MX Series DPCs

• MX480 DPC Terminology on page 139
• Holding an MX480 DPC on page 140
• Storing an MX480 DPC on page 142
MX480 DPC Terminology
Regardless of whether you are holding a DPC vertically or horizontally, this information
uses the same terms for all four edges of the DPC (see Figure 71 on page 140):
• Faceplate—Edge of the DPC that has connectors into which you insert the SFP or XFP
transceivers
• Connector edge—Edge opposite the faceplate; this edge has the connectors that attach
to the midplane
• Top edge—Edge at the top of the DPC when it is vertical
• Bottom edge—Edge at the bottom of the DPC when it is vertical

Figure 71: DPC Edges
Related • Holding an MX480 DPC on page 140

Documentation
• Installing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 224
Holding an MX480 DPC
When carrying a DPC, you can hold it either vertically or horizontally.
NOTE: A DPC weighs 14.5 lb (6.6 kg). Be prepared to accept the full weight
of the DPC as you lift it.
To hold a DPC vertically:
1. Orient the DPC so that the faceplate faces you. To verify orientation, confirm that the
text on the DPC is right-side up and the electromagnetic interference (EMI) strip is on
the right-hand side.
2. Place one hand around the DPC faceplate about a quarter of the way down from the
top edge. To avoid deforming the EMI shielding strip, do not press hard on it.
3. Place your other hand at the bottom edge of the DPC.
If the DPC is horizontal before you grasp it, place your left hand around the faceplate and
your right hand along the bottom edge.

To hold a DPC horizontally:
2. Grasp the top edge with your left hand and the bottom edge with your right hand.
You can rest the faceplate of the DPC against your body as you carry it.
As you carry the DPC, do not bump it against anything. DPC components are fragile.
Never hold or grasp the DPC anywhere except places that this document indicates. In
particular, never grasp the connector edge, especially at the power connector in the
corner where the connector and bottom edges meet.
Figure 72: Do Not Grasp the Connector Edge
Never carry the DPC by the faceplate with only one hand.
Do not rest any edge of a DPC directly against a hard surface (see Figure 73 on page 142).
Do not stack DPCs.

Figure 73: Do Not Rest the DPC on an Edge
If you must rest the DPC temporarily on an edge while changing its orientation between
vertical and horizontal, use your hand as a cushion between the edge and the surface.
Related • MX480 DPC Terminology on page 139

Documentation
• Storing an MX480 DPC on page 142
Storing an MX480 DPC
You must store a DPC as follows:
• In the router
• In the container in which a spare DPC is shipped
• Horizontally and sheet metal side down
When you store a DPC on a horizontal surface or in the shipping container, always place
it inside an antistatic bag. Because the DPC is heavy, and because antistatic bags are
fragile, inserting the DPC into the bag is easier with two people. To do this, one person
holds the DPC in the horizontal position with the faceplate facing the body, and the other
person slides the opening of the bag over the DPC connector edge.
If you must insert the DPC into a bag by yourself, first lay the DPC horizontally on a flat,
stable surface, sheet metal side down. Orient the DPC with the faceplate facing you.
Carefully insert the DPC connector edge into the opening of the bag, and pull the bag
toward you to cover the DPC.

Never stack a DPC under or on top of any other component.
Related • MX480 DPC Terminology on page 139

Documentation
• Holding an MX480 DPC on page 140
Holding and Storing MX Series FPCs

MX480 FPC Terminology
Regardless of whether you are holding an FPC vertically or horizontally, this document
uses the same terms for all four edges of the FPC (see Figure 74 on page 143):
• Faceplate—Edge of the FPC that has slots into which you insert the PICs
• Connector edge—Edge opposite the faceplate; this edge has the connectors that attach
to the midplane
• Top edge—Edge at the top of the FPC when it is vertical
• Bottom edge—Edge at the bottom of the FPC when it is vertical
Figure 74: FPC Edges

Top edge
Connector
edge
Faceplate
g004416
Bottom edge

Documentation

Holding an MX480 FPC
CAUTION: Many components on the FPC are fragile. Failure to handle FPCs
as specified in this document can cause irreparable damage.
NOTE: An FPC configured with PICs installed can weigh as much as

18 lb (8.2 kg). Be prepared to accept the full weight of the FPC as you lift it.
CAUTION: To prevent damage when handling or carrying FPCs:
• As you carry the FPC, do not bump it against anything. FPC components
are fragile.
• Do not grasp the FPC anywhere except places that this document indicates.
In particular, never grasp the connector edge, especially at the power
connector in the corner where the connector and bottom edges meet (see
Figure 75 on page 144).
Figure 75: Do Not Grasp the Connector Edge
• Do not carry the FPC by the faceplate with only one hand (see Figure 76
on page 145).

Figure 76: Do Not Carry an FPC with Only One Hand
• Do not rest any edge of an FPC directly against a hard surface (see Figure
77 on page 146). If you must rest the FPC temporarily on an edge while
changing its orientation between vertical and horizontal, use your hand as
a cushion between the edge and the surface.

Figure 77: Do Not Rest the FPC on an Edge
You hold an FPC horizontally when installing it into the chassis or an equipment rack.
If the FPC is horizontal before you grasp it, place your left hand around the faceplate and
your right hand along the bottom edge.
To hold an FPC horizontally:
2. Grasp the top edge with your left hand and the bottom edge with your right hand.

Documentation
Storing an MX480 FPC
When not installed in the routing platforms, FPCs must be either stored in the container
in which a spare FPC is shipped or stored horizontally with the component-side up on a
flat, stable surface. When you store an FPC on a horizontal surface or in the shipping
container, always place it inside an antistatic bag. Because the FPC is heavy and because
antistatic bags are fragile, inserting the FPC into the bag is easier with two people. The
storage guidelines are as follows:
• When storing an FPC with two people, one person holds the FPC in the horizontal
position with the faceplate facing their body, the other person slides the opening of
the bag over the FPC connector edge.
• When storing an FPC with one person, you must insert the FPC into a bag by yourself.
First lay the FPC horizontally on a flat, stable surface, component-side up. Orient the
FPC with the faceplate facing you. Carefully insert the FPC connector edge into the
opening of the bag, and pull the bag toward you to cover the FPC.

CAUTION: To prevent damage when storing FPCs:
• Never lay an FPC component-side down.
Figure 78: Do Not Stack FPCs
• Never stack an FPC under or on top of any other component (see Figure
78 on page 147).

Documentation
Maintaining the MX480 Power Supplies

Purpose For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the power supplies.
• Check the status of the power supplies by issuing the show chassis environment pem
user@host> show chassis environment pem

PEM 0 status:
State Online
Temperature OK
AC Input: OK
DC Output Voltage(V) Current(A) Power(W) Load(%)
59 0 0 0
PEM 1 status:
State Online
Temperature OK
AC Input: OK
59 18 1062 42
• Make sure that the power and grounding cables are arranged so that they do not
obstruct access to other router components.

• Routinely check the status LEDs on the power supply faceplates and the craft interface
to determine if the power supplies are functioning normally.
• Check the red and yellow alarm LEDs on the craft interface. Power supply failure or
removal triggers an alarm that causes one or both of the LEDs to light. You can display
the associated error messages by issuing the following command:
user@host> show chassis alarms

• Periodically inspect the site to ensure that the grounding and power cables connected
to the router are securely in place and that there is no moisture accumulating near the
router.

Documentation
• Troubleshooting Resources for MX480 Routers on page 149
• MX480 Site Preparation Checklist on page 53

CHAPTER 13
Troubleshooting MX480 Hardware

Components

• Troubleshooting the MX480 DPCs on page 152
• Troubleshooting the MX480 Power System on page 159
Troubleshooting Resources for MX480 Routers
• Command-Line Interface on page 149

• Chassis and Interface Alarm Messages on page 150
• Alarm Relay Contacts on page 150
• Craft Interface LEDs on page 150
• Component LEDs on page 151
• Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center on page 151
Command-Line Interface
The Junos OS command-line interface (CLI) is the primary tool for controlling and
troubleshooting router hardware, the Junos OS, routing protocols, and network
connectivity. CLI commands display information from routing tables, information specific
to routing protocols, and information about network connectivity derived from the ping
and traceroute utilities.
You enter CLI commands on one or more external management devices connected to
ports on the Routing Engine.
For information about using the CLI to troubleshoot the Junos OS, see the appropriate
Junos OS configuration guide.

Chassis and Interface Alarm Messages

When the Routing Engine detects an alarm condition, it lights the red or yellow alarm
LED on the craft interface as appropriate. To view a more detailed description of the
alarm cause, issue the show chassis alarms command:

There are two classes of alarm messages:
• Chassis alarms—Indicate a problem with a chassis component such as the cooling

system or power supplies.
• Interface alarms—Indicate a problem with a specific network interface.
Alarm Relay Contacts

The craft interface has two alarm relay contacts for connecting the router to external
alarm devices. Whenever a system condition triggers either the red or yellow alarm on
the craft interface, the alarm relay contacts are also activated. The alarm relay contacts
are located on the upper right of the craft interface.
Craft Interface LEDs

The craft interface is the panel on the front of the router located above the DPC cards
that contains LEDs and buttons that allow you to troubleshoot the router.
LEDs on the craft interface include the following:
• Alarm LEDs—One large red circular LED and one large yellow triangular LED, located
on the upper right of the craft interface, indicate two levels of alarm conditions. The
circular red LED lights to indicate a critical condition that can result in a system
shutdown. The triangular yellow LED lights to indicate a less severe condition that
requires monitoring or maintenance. Both LEDs can be lit simultaneously. A condition
that causes an alarm LED to light also activates the corresponding alarm relay contact
• Host subsystem LEDs—Three LEDs, MASTER, ONLINE, and OFFLINE, indicate the status
of the host subsystem. A green MASTER LED indicates that the host is functioning as
the master. The ONLINE LED indicates that the host is online. The OFFLINE LED indicates
that the host is installed but the routing engine is offline. The host subsystem LEDs are
located on the left of the craft interface and are labeled RE0 and RE1.
• Power supply LEDs—Two LEDs (PEM) indicate the status of each power supply. Green
indicates that the power supply is functioning normally. Red indicates that the power
supply is not functioning normally. The power supply LEDs are located in the center
craft interface, and are labeled 0 through 3.
• Line card LEDs—Two LEDs, OK and FAIL, indicate the status of each DPC, FPC, or MPC.
Green indicates OK and red indicates a failure. The LEDs are located along the bottom
of the craft interface.

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• SCB LEDs—Two LEDs, OK and FAIL, indicate the status of each SCB. Green indicates
OK and red indicates a failure. The SCB LEDs are located on the left of the craft interface
along the bottom.
• Fan LEDs—Two LEDs indicate the status of the fans. Green indicates the fans are
functioning normally and red indicates a fan has failed. The fan LEDs are located on
the upper left of the craft interface.
Component LEDs
The following LEDs are located on various router components and display the status of
those components:
• DPC LED—One LED labeled OK/FAIL on each DPC faceplate indicates the DPC's status.
For more information, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
• FPC LED—One LED labeled OK/FAIL on each FPC faceplate indicates the FPC's status.
• MPC LED—One LED labeled OK/FAIL on each FPC faceplate indicates the FPC's status.
• MIC LED—One LED labeled OK/FAIL on each MIC faceplate indicates the MIC's status.
• PIC LED—One LED labeled OK/FAIL on each PIC faceplate indicates the PIC's status.
• SCB LEDs—Three LEDs, labeled FABRIC ACTIVE, FABRIC ONLY, and OK/FAIL, on each
SCB faceplate indicate the status of the SCB. If no LEDs are lit, the master RE might
still be booting or the SCB is not receiving power.
• Routing Engine LEDs—Four LEDs, labeled MASTER, HDD, ONLINE, and FAIL on each
Routing Engine faceplate indicate the status of the Routing Engine and hard disk drive.
• Power supply LEDs—Two LEDs on each power supply faceplate indicate the status of
that power supply.
Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center

If you need assistance during troubleshooting, you can contact the Juniper Networks
Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) by using the Web or by telephone.
Related • Troubleshooting the MX480 Cooling System on page 152

Documentation
• Troubleshooting the MX480 Power System on page 159

Troubleshooting the MX480 Cooling System

Problem The fans in the fan tray are not functioning normally.
Solution Follow these guidelines to troubleshoot the fans:
• Check the fan LEDs and alarm LEDs on the craft interface.
• If the red alarm LED on the craft interface lights, use the CLI to get information about
the source of an alarm condition: user@host> show chassis alarms.
If the CLI output lists only one fan failure, and the other fans are functioning normally,
the fan is most likely faulty and you must replace the fan tray.
• Place your hand near the exhaust vents at the side of the chassis to determine whether
the fans are pushing air out of the chassis.
• If a fan tray is removed, a yellow alarm and a red alarm occur.
• The following conditions automatically cause the fans to run at full speed and also
trigger the indicated alarm:
• A fan fails (red alarm).
• The router temperature exceeds the “temperature warm” threshold (yellow alarm).
• The temperature of the router exceeds the maximum (“temperature hot”) threshold
(red alarm and automatic shutdown of the power supplies).
Related • Alarm LEDs and Alarm Cutoff/Lamp Test Button on the MX480 Craft Interface on
• Replacing the MX480 Fan Tray on page 168
Troubleshooting the MX480 DPCs

Problem The DPCs are not functioning normally.
Solution • Monitor the green LED labeled OK above the DPC on the craft interface as soon as a
DPC is seated in an operating router.
The Routing Engine downloads the DPC software to it under two conditions: the DPC
is present when the Routing Engine boots Junos OS, and the DPC is installed and
requested online through the CLI or push button on the front panel. The DPC then runs
diagnostics, during which the OK LED blinks. When the DPC is online and functioning
normally, the OK LED lights green steadily.
• Make sure the DPC is properly seated in the midplane. Check that each ejector handle
has been turned clockwise and is tight.

• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the DPC and OK and FAIL DPC LEDs on the craft interface.
When the DPC is online and functioning normally, the OK LED lights green steadily.
• Issue the show chassis fpc command to check the status of installed DPCs. As shown
in the sample output, the value Online in the column labeled State indicates that the
DPC is functioning normally:

0 Online 41 9 0 1024 15 57
1 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
2 Online 43 11 0 1024 16 57
3 Empty
4 Empty
5 Online 42 6 0 1024 16 57
NOTE: The show chassis fpc command displays the status of the DPCs.

Slot 0 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:33 PDT
Slot 1 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:38 PDT
Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:40 PDT
Slot 5 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2007-07-10 12:28:42 PDT


For further description of the output from the commands, see the Junos OS System
Basics Configuration Guide.
Related • Installing an MX480 DPC on page 192

Documentation
• MX480 DPC Terminology on page 139
Troubleshooting the MX480 FPCs

Problem The FPCs are not functioning normally.
Solution • Monitor the green LED labeled OK above the FPC on the craft interface as soon as an
FPC is seated in an operating router.
The Routing Engine downloads the FPC software to it under two conditions: the FPC
is present when the Routing Engine boots Junos OS, and the FPC is installed and
requested online through the CLI or push button on the front panel. The FPC then runs
diagnostics, during which the OK LED blinks. When the FPC is online and functioning
• Make sure the FPC is properly seated in the midplane. Check that each ejector handle
• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the FPC and OK and FAIL FPC LEDs on the craft interface.
When the FPC is online and functioning normally, the OK LED lights green steadily.
• Issue the show chassis fpc command to check the status of installed FPCs. As shown
FPC is functioning normally:

0 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
1 Empty
2 Online 41 9 0 1024 15 57
3 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
4 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
5 Empty
NOTE: The show chassis fpc command displays the status of the FPCs.

Slot 0 information:
State Online


Total RLDRAM 128 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:24 PST
Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST
Slot 3 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST
Slot 4 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2008-12-11 16:53:18 PST

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Troubleshooting the MX480 PICs

Problem The PICs are not functioning normally.
Solution • Check the status of each port on a PIC by looking at the LED located on the PIC
faceplate. For information about the meaning of LED states on different PICs, see the
MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
• Check the status of a PIC by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status CLI command. The
PIC slots in the FPC are numbered from 0 through 1, left to right:


Mode Commands.

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Troubleshooting the MX480 MPCs

Problem The MPCs are not functioning normally.
Solution • Monitor the green LED labeled OK above the MPC on the craft interface as soon as an
MPC is seated in an operating router.
The Routing Engine downloads the MPC software to it under two conditions: The MPC
is present when the Routing Engine boots Junos OS, and the MPC is installed and
requested online through the CLI or push button on the front panel. The MPC then runs
diagnostics, during which the OK LED blinks. When the MPC is online and functioning
• Make sure the MPC is properly seated in the midplane. Check that each ejector handle
• Check the OK/FAIL LED on the MPC and OK and FAIL line card LEDs on the craft
interface. When the MPC is online and functioning normally, the OK LED lights green
steadily.
• Issue the show chassis fpc command to check the status of installed MPCs. As shown
MPC is functioning normally:


0 Online 36 3 0 2048 14 13
1 Online 40 5 0 2048 26 13
2 Online 41 6 0 1024 7 43
3 Online 43 5 0 1024 16 57
4 Online 24 3 0 1024 13 21
5 Empty
NOTE: The show chassis fpc command displays the status of the MPCs.

Slot 0 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:54 PST

Slot 1 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 256 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:54 PST

Slot 2 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 128 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:26:46 PST

Slot 3 information:
State Online
Total RLDRAM 806 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:27:04 PST

Slot 4 information:
State Online


Total RLDRAM 1324 MB
Start time: 2009-12-22 12:27:02 PST

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Troubleshooting the MX480 MICs

Problem The MICs are not functioning normally.
Solution • Check the status of each port on a MIC by looking at the LED located on the MIC
faceplate. For information about the meaning of LED states on different MICs, see the
MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
• Check the status of a MIC by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status CLI command. The
MIC slots in the MPC are labeled PIC 0/1 and PIC 2/3, left to right:

Mode Commands.

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Troubleshooting the MX480 Power System

Problem The power system is not functioning normally.
Solution • Check the LEDs on each power supply faceplate.
• If an AC power supply is correctly installed and functioning normally, the AC OK and

DC OK LEDs light steadily, and the PS FAIL LED is not lit.
• If a DC power supply is correctly installed and functioning normally, the PWR OK,
BRKR ON, and INPUT OK LEDs light green steadily.
• Issue the CLI show chassis environment pem command to check the status of installed
power supplies. As shown in the sample output, the value Online in the rows labeled
State indicates that each of the power supplies is functioning normally:
user@host> show chassis environment pem

PEM 0 status:
State Online
Temperature OK
AC Input: OK
59 0 0 0
PEM 1 status:
State Online
Temperature OK
AC Input: OK
59 18 1062 42
If a power supply is not functioning normally, perform the following steps to diagnose
and correct the problem:
• If a red alarm condition occurs, issue the show chassis alarms command to determine
the source of the problem.
• If all power supplies have failed, the system temperature might have exceeded the
threshold, causing the system to shut down.
NOTE: If the system temperature exceeds the threshold, the Junos OS

shuts down all power supplies so that no status is displayed.
The Junos OS also can shut down one of the power supplies for other
reasons. In this case, the remaining power supplies provide power to the
router, and you can still view the system status through the CLI or display.
• Check that the DC circuit breaker (—) or AC input switch (|) is in the on position and
that the power supply is receiving power.

• Verify that the source circuit breaker has the proper current rating. Each power supply
must be connected to a separate source circuit breaker.
• Verify that the AC power cord or DC power cables from the power source to the router
are not damaged. If the insulation is cracked or broken, immediately replace the cord
or cable.
• Connect the power supply to a different power source with a new power cord or power
cables. If the power supply status LEDs indicate that the power supply is not operating
normally, the power supply is the source of the problem. Replace the power supply
with a spare.
Related • MX480 AC Power Supply Description on page 42

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CHAPTER 14
Replacing MX480 Hardware Components

• Tools and Parts Required to Replace MX480 Hardware Components on page 162
• Replacing the MX480 Air Filter on page 163
• Replacing the MX480 Craft Interface on page 165
• Replacing the MX480 Fan Tray on page 168
• Replacing MX480 Host Subsystem Components on page 170
• Replacing an MX480 AS MLC on page 214
• Replacing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 222
• Replacing an SFP or XFP Transceiver on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 225
• Replacing MX480 Power System Components on page 227
• Replacing the MX480 Cable Management Brackets on page 239
MX480 Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs)
Field-replaceable units (FRUs) are router components that can be replaced at the
customer site. Replacing most FRUs requires minimal router downtime. The router uses
the following types of FRUs:
• Hot-removable and hot-insertable FRUs—You can remove and replace these

components without powering off the router or disrupting the routing functions.
• Hot-pluggable FRUs—You can remove and replace these components without powering
off the router, but the routing functions of the system are interrupted when the
component is removed.

Table 24 on page 162 lists the FRUs for the MX480 router. Before you replace an SCB or
a Routing Engine, you must take the host subsystem offline.
Table 24: Field-Replaceable Units

Hot-Removable and Hot-Insertable FRUs Hot-Pluggable FRUs
• Air filter • Master Switch Control Board (SCB) (if

• Craft interface nonstop active routing is not configured)
• Master Routing Engine (if nonstop active
• Backup Switch Control Board (SCB) (if
redundant) routing is not configured)
• Switch Control Board (SCB) (nonredundant)
• Master Switch Control Board (SCB) (if
nonstop active routing is configured) • Routing Engine (nonredundant)
• Backup Routing Engine (if redundant)
• Master Routing Engine (if nonstop active
routing is configured)
• Dense Port Concentrators (DPCs)
• Flexible PIC Concentrators (FPCs)
• Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs)
• Modular Interface Cards (MICs)
• PICs
• AC and DC power supplies (if redundant)
• Fan tray

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Tools and Parts Required to Replace MX480 Hardware Components
To replace hardware components, you need the tools and parts listed in Table 25 on
page 162.
Table 25: Tools and Parts Required

Tool or Part Components
2.5-mm flat-blade (–) screwdriver • Alarm relay terminal block
7/16-in. (11 mm) nut driver or socket • DC power supply

wrench • Cables and connectors
Blank panels (if component is not • DPC

reinstalled) • FPC
• PIC
• MPC
• MIC
• Power supply
• Routing Engine
• SCB

Chapter 14: Replacing MX480 Hardware Components
Table 25: Tools and Parts Required (continued)

Tool or Part Components
Electrostatic bag or antistatic mat • Craft Interface

• DPC
• FPC
• PIC
• MPC
• MIC
• Routing Engine
• SCB
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) • All

grounding wrist strap
Flat-blade (–) screwdriver • DPC

• Cables and connectors
Phillips (+) screwdrivers, numbers 1 • Air filter

and 2 • Craft interface
• Fan tray
• SCB
• Routing Engine
• Cables and connectors
Rubber safety cap • DPC

• MPC
• MIC
• PIC
Wire cutters • Cables and connectors

• DC power supply

Documentation
Replacing the MX480 Air Filter
1. Removing the MX480 Air Filter on page 163

2. Installing the MX480 Air Filter on page 164
Removing the MX480 Air Filter
CAUTION: Do not run the router for more than a few minutes without the air
filter in place.

CAUTION: Always keep the air filter in place while the router is operating,
except during replacement. Because the fans are very powerful, they could
pull small bits of wire or other materials into the router through the unfiltered
air intake. This could damage the router components.
To remove the air filter (see Figure 79 on page 164):
2. Loosen the captive screws on the air filter cover.
3. Remove the air filter cover.
4. Slide the air filter out of the chassis.
Figure 79: Removing the Air Filter
Installing the MX480 Air Filter

To install the air filter (see Figure 80 on page 165):
2. Locate the up arrow and ensure that the air filter is right side up.
3. Slide the air filter straight into the chassis until it stops.
4. Align the captive screws of the air filter cover with the mounting holes on the chassis.
5. Tighten the captive screws on the air filter cover.

Figure 80: Installing the Air Filter
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Replacing the MX480 Craft Interface
1. Disconnecting the Alarm Relay Wires from the MX480 Craft Interface on page 165
2. Removing the MX480 Craft Interface on page 166
3. Installing the MX480 Craft Interface on page 166
4. Connecting the Alarm Relay Wires to the MX480 Craft Interface on page 167
Disconnecting the Alarm Relay Wires from the MX480 Craft Interface
To disconnect the alarm relay wires from the router and an alarm-reporting device (see
1. Disconnect the existing wire at the external device.
3. Using a 2.5-mm flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the small screws on the face of the
terminal block and remove the block from the relay contact.
4. Using the 2.5-mm flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the small screws on the side of the
terminal block. Remove existing wires from the slots in the front of the block.

Removing the MX480 Craft Interface

To remove the craft interface (see Figure 82 on page 166):
2. Detach any external devices connected to the craft interface.
3. Loosen the captive screws at the left and right corners of the craft interface faceplate.
4. Grasp the craft interface faceplate and carefully tilt it toward you until it is horizontal.
5. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the back of the faceplate by gently pressing on both
sides of the latch with your thumb and forefinger. Remove the craft interface from
the chassis.
Figure 82: Removing the Craft Interface
Installing the MX480 Craft Interface

To install the craft interface (see Figure 83 on page 167):
2. Grasp the craft interface with one hand, and hold the bottom edge of the craft interface
with the other hand to support its weight.
3. Orient the ribbon cable so that it plugs into the connector socket. The connector is
keyed and can be inserted only one way.

4. Align the bottom of the craft interface with the sheet metal above the card cage and
press it into place.
5. Tighten the screws on the left and right corners of the craft interface faceplate.
6. Reattach any external devices connected to the craft interface.
Figure 83: Installing the Craft Interface
Connecting the Alarm Relay Wires to the MX480 Craft Interface

To connect the alarm relay wires between a router and an alarm-reporting device (see
1. Prepare the required length of replacement wire with gauge between 28-AWG and
2
14-AWG (0.08 and 2.08 mm ).
2. Insert the replacement wires into the slots in the front of the block. Use a 2.5-mm
flat-blade screwdriver to tighten the screws and secure the wire.
4. Plug the terminal block into the relay contact, and use a 2.5-mm flat-blade screwdriver
to tighten the screws on the face of the block.
5. Attach the other end of the wires to the external device.

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Replacing the MX480 Fan Tray
1. Removing the MX480 Fan Tray on page 168

2. Installing the MX480 Fan Tray on page 169
Removing the MX480 Fan Tray
NOTE: To prevent overheating, install the replacement fan tray immediately

after removing the existing fan tray.
To remove the fan tray (see Figure 85 on page 169):
WARNING: To avoid injury, keep tools and your fingers away from the fans
as you slide the fan tray out of the chassis. The fans might still be spinning.
of the chassis.

Installing the MX480 Fan Tray

To install the fan tray (see Figure 86 on page 170):
2. Grasp the fan tray handle, and insert it straight into the chassis. Note the correct
orientation by the this side up label on the top surface of the fan tray.

Figure 86: Installing the Fan Tray

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Replacing MX480 Host Subsystem Components
• Effect of Taking the MX480 Host Subsystem Offline on page 170

• Operating and Positioning the MX480 SCB Ejectors on page 173
• Replacing an SSD Drive on an RE-A-1800 or RE-S-1800 on page 186
• Replacing Connections to MX480 Routing Engine Interface Ports on page 188
Effect of Taking the MX480 Host Subsystem Offline

The host subsystem is taken offline and brought online as a unit. Before you replace an
SCB or a Routing Engine, you must take the host subsystem offline. The host subsystem
is hot-pluggable.
Normally, if two host subsystems are installed in the router, Routing Engine 0 (RE0)
functions as the master and Routing Engine 1 (RE1) functions as the backup. You can
remove the backup host subsystem (or either of its components) without interrupting
the functioning of the router. If you take the master host subsystem offline, the backup
host subsystem becomes the master (the router might reboot, depending on your
configuration). If the router has only one host subsystem, taking the host subsystem

offline causes the router to shut down. The effect of taking the master host subsystem
offline varies depending on your configuration of high availability features.
Table 26 on page 171 explains the effect of taking the host subsystem offline.
Table 26: Effect of Taking the Host Subsystem Offline

Type of Host Subsystem Effect of Taking the Host Subsystem Offline
Nonredundant host The router shuts down.

subsystem
Backup host subsystem The functioning of the router is not interrupted. The backup host subsystem is hot-removable
and hot-insertable.
Master host subsystem The backup host subsystem becomes the master. The backup Routing Engine assumes Routing
Engine functions. The master host subsystem is hot-pluggable. Removal or failure of the master
Routing Engine affects forwarding and routing based on the high availability configuration:
• Dual Routing Engines without any high availability features enabled—Traffic is interrupted
while the Packet Forwarding Engine is reinitialized. All kernel and forwarding processes are
restarted. When the switchover to the new master Routing Engine is complete, routing
convergence takes place and traffic is resumed.
• Graceful Routing Engine switchover (GRES) is enabled—Graceful Routing Engine switchover
preserves interface and kernel information. Traffic is not interrupted. However, graceful Routing
Engine switchover does not preserve the control plane. Neighboring routers detect that the
router has restarted and react to the event in a manner prescribed by individual routing protocol
specifications. To preserve routing without interruption during a switchover, graceful Routing
Engine switchover must be combined with nonstop active routing.
• Nonstop active routing is enabled (graceful Routing Engine switchover must be configured for
nonstop active routing to be enabled)—Nonstop active routing supports Routing Engine
switchover without alerting peer nodes that a change has occurred. Nonstop active routing
uses the same infrastructure as graceful Routing Engine switchover to preserve interface and
kernel information. However, nonstop active routing also preserves routing information and
protocol sessions by running the routing protocol process (rpd) on both Routing Engines. In
addition, nonstop active routing preserves TCP connections maintained in the kernel.
• Graceful restart is configured—Graceful restart provides extensions to routing protocols so
that neighboring helper routers restore routing information to a restarting router. These
extensions signal neighboring routers about the graceful restart and prevent the neighbors
from reacting to the router restart and from propagating the change in state to the network
during the graceful restart period. Neighbors provide the routing information that enables the
restarting router to stop and restart routing protocols without causing network reconvergence.
Neighbors are required to support graceful restart. The routing protocol process (rpd) restarts.
A graceful restart interval is required. For certain protocols, a significant change in the network
can cause graceful restart to stop.

NOTE: Router performance might change if the backup Routing Engine's

configuration differs from the former master's configuration. For the most
predictable performance, configure the two Routing Engines identically,
except for parameters unique to each Routing Engine.
To configure Routing Engine-specific parameters and still use the same

configuration on both Routing Engines, include the appropriate configuration
statements under the re0 and re1 statements at the [edit groups] hierarchy
level and use the apply-groups staement. For instructions, see the Junos OS
System Basics Configuration Guide.
To configure Routing Engine-specific parameters and still use the same configuration
on both Routing Engines, include the appropriate configuration statements under the
re0 and re1 statements at the [edit groups] hierarchy level and use the apply-groups
staement. For instructions, see the Junos OS System Basics Configuration Guide.
NOTE: For information about configuring graceful Routing Engine switchover,

graceful restart, and nonstop active routing, see the Junos OS High Availability
Configuration Guide.
NOTE: The first supported release for both graceful Routing Engine switchover
and nonstop active routing on the router is Junos OS Release 9.0. Graceful
restart software requirements depend on the routing protocols configured
on the router. For the minimum software requirements for graceful restart,
see the Junos OS High Availability Configuration Guide.
Related • Taking an MX480 Host Subsystem Offline on page 172

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Taking an MX480 Host Subsystem Offline

Before you take a host subsystem offline, see “Effect of Taking the MX480 Host
Subsystem Offline” on page 170.
To take a host subsystem offline:
1. Determine whether the host subsystem is functioning as the master or as the backup,
using one of the two following methods:
• Check the Routing Engine LEDs on the craft interface. If the green RE MASTER LED
is lit, the corresponding host subsystem is functioning as the master.

• Issue the following command. The master Routing Engine is designated Master in
the Current state field:

Routing Engine status: Slot 0: Current state Master
...
2. If the host subsystem is functioning as the master, switch it to backup using the
command:
user@host> request chassis routing-engine master switch

3. On the console or other management device connected to the Routing Engine that is
paired with the SCB you are removing, enter CLI operational mode and issue the
following command. The command shuts down the Routing Engine cleanly, so its
state information is preserved:
user@host> request system halt

Wait until a message appears on the console confirming that the operating system
has halted.
For more information about the command, see the Junos OS Operational Mode
Commands.
NOTE: The SCB might continue forwarding traffic for approximately 5

minutes after the request system halt command has been issued.
Related • Effect of Taking the MX480 Host Subsystem Offline on page 170
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Operating and Positioning the MX480 SCB Ejectors

• When removing or inserting an SCB, ensure that the SCBs or blank panels in adjacent
slots are fully inserted to avoid hitting them with the ejector handles. The ejector
handles require that all adjacent components be completely inserted so the ejector
handles do not hit them, which could result in damage.
• The ejector handles rotate. After you install an SCB, ensure that the ejectors are
positioned horizontally and do not block any other components or the LEDs. To avoid
blocking the visibility of the LEDs, position the ejectors over the PARK icon.
• To insert or remove the SCB, slide the ejector across the SCB horizontally, rotate it,
and slide it again another quarter of a turn. Turn the ejector again and repeat as
necessary. Utilize the indexing feature to maximize leverage and to avoid hitting any
adjacent components.
• Operate both ejector handles simultaneously. The insertion force on an SCB is too
great for one ejector.


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Replacing an MX480 SCB

Before replacing an SCB, read the guidelines in “Operating and Positioning the MX480
SCB Ejectors” on page 173.
1. Removing an MX480 SCB on page 174

2. Installing an MX480 SCB on page 175
3. Upgrading an MX480 SCB on page 177
Removing an MX480 SCB
To remove an SCB (see Figure 87 on page 175):
NOTE: You can remove the SCB and Routing Engine as a unit, or remove the
Routing Engine separately.
CAUTION: Before removing an SCB, ensure that you know how to operate
the ejector handles properly to avoid damage to the equipment.
CAUTION: Before you replace an SCB, you must take the host subsystem
offline. If there is only one host subsystem, taking the host subsystem offline
shuts down the router.
1. Take the host subsystem offline.
chassis.
7. Place the SCB on the antistatic mat.
8. If you are not replacing the SCB now, install a blank panel over the empty slot.

Installing an MX480 SCB
To install an SCB (see Figure 88 on page 176):
correctly aligned.
is fully seated.
5. Place the ejector handles in the proper position, horizontally and toward the center
of the board.
6. Check the LEDs on the SCB faceplate to verify that it is functioning normally.
• The green OK/FAIL LED should light steadily a few minutes after the SCB is installed.
• If the OK/FAIL LED is red, remove and install the SCB again. If the OK/FAIL LED still
lights steadily, the SCB is not functioning properly. Contact your customer support
representative.
7. Check the status of the SCB using the show chassis environment cb command:
user@host> show chassis environment cb

CB 0 status:
State Online Master
Power 1
1.2 V 1198 mV
1.5 V 1508 mV
1.8 V 1830 mV
2.5 V 5059 mV

3.3 V 6593 mV
5.0 V 5111 mV
12.0 V 12181 mV
1.25 V 1250 mV
3.3 V SM3 6587 mV
5 V RE 5078 mV
12 V RE 12026 mV
Power 2
11.3 V bias POE 0 11446 mV
11.3 V bias POE 1 11408 mV
Bus Revision 6
FPGA Revision 0
CB 1 status:
State Online Standby
Power 1
1.2 V 1211 mV
1.5 V 1517 mV
1.8 V 1817 mV
2.5 V 2507 mV
3.3 V 3312 mV
5.0 V 5136 mV
12.0 V 12142 mV
1.25 V 1260 mV
3.3 V SM3 3306 mV
5 V RE 5085 mV
12 V RE 11968 mV
Power 2
11.3 V bias POE 0 11350 mV
11.3 V bias POE 1 11330 mV
Bus Revision 39
FPGA Revision 1
Figure 88: Installing an SCB

Upgrading an MX480 SCB
1. Preparing for the Upgrade on page 177

2. Upgrading the SCB in the Backup Routing Engine on page 178
3. Upgrading the SCB in the Master Routing Engine on page 180
4. Completing the SCB Upgrade on page 182
Preparing for the Upgrade
NOTE: Do not make other changes to the CLI during the entire upgrade
process. You can ensure that you will not make such changes by opening a
telnet session to the master RE CLI operational mode and issuing the configure
exclusive command. This command locks the configuration procedure.
TIP: To prevent traffic loss during the upgrade process, we recommend that
you operate the line cards at 50% line rate. This 50% limit must be
maintained per PFE on each line card.
To prepare the MX480 router for the Enhanced MX Switch Control Board (MX SCBE)
upgrade:
1. Verify that the system runs Junos OS Release 11.4 or later by issuing the show version
command on the master router.
user@host> show version

Model: mx480
Junos Base OS Software Suite [11.4-20110530];
NOTE: The Enhanced MX SCB is supported only in Junos OS Release 11.4

or later.
The latest software ensures a healthy system—that is, Routing Engines, control boards,
and FPCs—before the upgrade.
2. Verify that MX SCB boards are installed by issuing the show chassis hardware
command.
user@host> show chassis hardware

Item Version Part Number Serial Number Description
CB0 REV 07 710-021523 ABBC8281 MX SCB
CB1 REV 07 710-021523 ABBC8323 MX SCB
SCB details are displayed as above, along with other hardware components. The
MX480 router has only two SCBs and each SCB has four fabric planes.
3. Establish console connections to both Routing Engines. You can use a telnet session
to connect to the router console by issuing the <router name>-con command. For

example, if the router name is juniper, you can connect to RE0 and RE1 consoles by
issuing the telnet juniper-con and telnet juniper1-con commands.
4. Ensure that graceful switchover (GRES), commit synchronize (required for nonstop
routing), and nonstop routing (NSR) are enabled or configured by running the set
chassis redundancy graceful-switchover, set system commit synchronize, set
routing-options nonstop-routing commands.
NOTE: These commands are mandatory for this upgrade and may be
removed, if desired, after the upgrade.
5. Set the upgrade flag on, and start the SCB upgrade by issuing the set chassis state
cb-upgrade on command.
user@host# configure
user@host# set chassis state cb-upgrade on
user@host# commit
6. Determine the order to replace the existing SCBs with upgraded ones. SCB0 is
associated with RE0 and SCB1 is associated with RE1.
NOTE: Do not add or remove any router hardware during the upgrade
procedure.
Upgrading the SCB in the Backup Routing Engine
TIP: MX480 has two slots for SCB—that is, SCB0 and SCB1—and these
correspond to RE0 and RE1 respectively, where SCB1 is the first SCB.
To upgrade the SCB in the backup Routing Engine:
1. Power down the backup Routing Engine from the master Routing Engine by issuing
the request system power-off other-routing-engine command.
2. Verify that the Routing Engine is powered down by issuing the show chassis
routing-engine 1 command. The slot of the Routing Engine may be 0 or 1, and is shown
as 1 in this example:
user@host> show chassis routing-engine 1

Routing Engine Status:
Slot 1:
Current State Present
Ensure that the Current State is Present, which indicates that the Routing Engine is
offline.
3. Take the fabric plane offline by issuing the request chassis fabric plane 4 offline
command. SCB1 has four fabric planes numbered, 4, 5, 6, and 7.
4. Verify that the fabric plane is offline by issuing the show chassis fabric summary
command.

user@host> show chassis fabric summary
Plane State Uptime

4 Offline
5 Online 1 hour, 15 minutes, 35 seconds
Verify that the State of Plane 4 is Offline.
5. Take the remaining fabric planes offline by issuing the request chassis fabric plane
5/6/7 offline command—that is, by changing the fabric plane number each time. Verify
that the fabric planes are offline by issuing the command given in Step 2.
6. Take the SCB in slot 1 offline by issuing the request chassis cb offline slot 1 command.
7. Verify that the control board is offline by issuing the show chassis environment cb 1
command:

CB 1 status:
State Offline
Power 1 Disabled
Power 2 Disabled
9. Remove and replace SCB1 on the router with the enhanced SCB. Use the replacement
procedure described in “Removing an MX480 SCB” on page 174
10. Verify that the installation is successful and the SCB is online by issuing the show
chassis environment cb 1 command:

CB 1 status
State Online
Other details, such as power, are also displayed along with the state.
11. Verify that the fabric planes come online correctly by issuing the show chassis fabric
summary command:

Plane State Uptime
4 Online 2 minutes, 25 seconds
7 Online 1 minute, 49 seconds
12. Verify that the backup Routing Engine is back online by issuing the show chassis
routing-engine 0 command:

Slot 0:
Current State Backup
13. Verify the alarms by issuing the show chassis alarms command:

Alarm Time Class Description
2011-06-01 13:26:56 EDT Major CB fabrics are of mixed types

As only one SCB has been upgraded, the alarm indicates that the SCBs are of mixed
type. This alarm is cleared after all the control boards are upgraded.
Upgrading the SCB in the Master Routing Engine
To upgrade the SCB in the master Routing Engine:
1. Ensure a Graceful RE Switchover (GRES) to gracefully switch between the master

and backup Routing Engines, so that the backup RE becomes the master RE, by issuing
the request chassis routing-engine master switch command.
2. Log in to the new master Routing Engine after the switchover.
3. Switch the configuration mode to ensure that you are still in configure exclusive mode
by issuing the exit command and then the configure exclusive command, from the old
master Routing Engine.
4. Log in to the current master Routing Engine again and issue the configure exclusive
command.
5. Power down the backup Routing Engine from the master Routing Engine by issuing
the request system power-off other-routing-engine command.
6. Ensure that the Routing Engine is powered down by issuing the show chassis
routing-engine 0 command.

Slot 0:
Current State Present
Verify that the Current State is Present, which indicates that the Routing Engine is
offline.
7. Take the first fabric plane of the backup Routing Engine offline by issuing the request
chassis fabric plane 0 offline command. SCB0 has four fabric planes numbered, 0, 1,
2, and 3.
8. Verify that the fabric plane is offline by issuing the show chassis fabric summary
command.

Plane State Uptime
0 Offline
Verify that the State of Plane 0 is Offline.
9. Take the remaining fabric planes offline by issuing the request chassis fabric plane
1/2/3 offline command—that is, by changing the fabric plane number each time. Verify
that the fabric planes are offline by issuing the command given in Step 4.
10. Take the SCB in slot 0 offline by issuing the request chassis cb offline slot 0 command.
11. Verify that the control board is offline by issuing the show chassis environment cb 0
command:

CB 0 status:
State Offline
Power 1 Disabled
Power 2 Disabled
13. Remove and replace the offline SCB on the router with the enhanced SCB. Use the
replacement procedure described in “Removing an MX480 SCB” on page 174.
14. Verify that the installation is successful and SCB0 is online by issuing the show chassis
environment cb 0 command:

CB 0 status
State Online
Other details, such as power, are also displayed along with the state.
15. Verify that the fabric planes come online correctly by issuing the show chassis fabric
summary command:

Plane State Uptime
16. Verify that the backup Routing Engine is back online by issuing the show chassis
routing-engine 0 command:

Slot 0:
Current State Backup
17. Verify the alarms by issuing the show chassis alarms command:

2011-06-01 13:26:56 EDT Major CB fabric links require upgrade/training
2011-06-01 12:10:41 EDT Major Require a fan tray upgrade
The major alarm has changed from CB fabrics are of mixed types to CB fabric links
require upgrade/training, as a switch control board requires training to change links
from 3G speed to 6G speed of the enhanced SCB. This alarm is displayed until the 3G
to 6G link transition is completed.

Completing the SCB Upgrade
To complete the procedure after upgrading the SCBs:
1. Verify that any Modular Port Concentrator (MPC) is running at 3G instead of 6G by

issuing the request chassis fabric upgrade-bandwidth info command:
user@host> request chassis fabric upgrade-bandwidth info

Slot State
0 Upgrade not supported
1 Needs upgrade
2 Empty
3 Empty
4 Empty
5 Empty
The results indicate that slot 0 does not support the upgrade and slot 1 needs to be
upgraded.
2. Upgrade the bandwidth of all MPCs by issuing the request chassis fabric
upgrade-bandwidth fpc all command. If you want to control the MPC line card upgrade,
go to Step 3.
CAUTION: Use this command only if you are not concerned with the slot
upgrade order or if only one old MPC is present in the chassis. Running this
command may result in a loss of traffic across that MPC. Using this method
may increase that loss, because it does not consider any redundancy or
graceful switchover strategies that you may have configured on the system.
3. Upgrade the MPC in slot 1 by running the request chassis fabric upgrade-bandwidth
fpc slot 1 command.
4. Verify that the MPC is upgraded by issuing the request chassis fabric upgrade-bandwidth
info command:
user@host> request chassis fabric upgrade-bandwidth info

Slot State
0 Upgrade not supported
1 Upgraded
2 Empty
5. Verify the state of the fabric planes for all MPCs by issuing the show chassis fabric
summary command.

Plane State Uptime
0 Spare 21 seconds
1 Spare 12 seconds
2 Online 12 minutes
3 Online 12 minutes
4 Online 30 minutes
5 Online 30 minutes
6. Verify the state of the MPCs by issuing the show chassis fabric fpcs command.
user@host> show chassis fabric fpcs

FPC 1
PFE #0
Plane 0: Links ok
Plane 1: Links ok
Plane 2: Plane enabled
PFE #1
Plane 0: Links ok
Plane 1: Links ok
PFE #2
Plane 0: Links ok
Plane 1: Links ok
PFE #3
Plane 0: Links ok
Plane 1: Links ok
Fabric plane details of all MPCs are similarly displayed.
7. Verify if any output of the show chassis fabric summary command shows fabric
planes in 'check' state, as it indicates that the fabric plane has an error. You can try
to recover the fabric plane to normal operation by issuing the request chassis fabric
plane <#> offline command, followed by the request chassis fabric plane <#> online
command, where <#> equals the fabric plane in error.
NOTE: After you issue the request chassis fabric plane <#> offline and
request chassis fabric plane <#> online commands, issue the show
chassis fabric summary command to verify that the fabric plane errors
are rectified and to verify the current state of the fabric planes.
8. Verify that the major alarms are displayed by issuing the show chassis alarms
command:

2011-06-01 13:37:43 EDT Minor Require a fan tray upgrade
2011-06-01 13:37:26 EDT Minor Backup RE Active
The major alarms are not displayed anymore, and the upgrade is successfully
completed.
9. Disable the upgrade configuration by issuing the set chassis state cb-upgrade off
command and then the commit command.

10. You can delete that command by issuing the delete chassis state cb-upgrade command
and then the commit command.
11. Verify the SCBs before you finish by issuing the show chassis hardware command:

Item Version Part Number Serial Number Description
CB0 REV 02 750-031391 YE8505 Enhanced MX SCB
CB1 REV 07 710-031391 YL6769 Enhanced MX SCB
You can see that the MX480 now has enhanced SCBs.
Related • Operating and Positioning the MX480 SCB Ejectors on page 173
Documentation
Replacing an MX480 Routing Engine

1. Removing an MX480 Routing Engine on page 184
2. Installing an MX480 Routing Engine on page 185
Removing an MX480 Routing Engine
Before you remove a Routing Engine, remove the cables that connect to it.
CAUTION: Before you replace a Routing Engine, you must take the host
subsystem offline. If there is only one host subsystem, taking the host
subsystem offline shuts down the router.
CAUTION: If the Routing Engine to be replaced is currently functioning as

the master Routing engine, switch it to be the backup before removing it.
To remove a Routing Engine from an SCB (see Figure 89 on page 185):
1. Take the Routing Engine offline gracefully.
4. Verify that the Routing Engine LEDs are off.
5. Loosen the captive screws on the left and right of the Routing Engine.
6. Flip the ejector handles outward to unseat the Routing Engine.

7. Grasp the Routing Engine by the ejector handles, and slide it about halfway out of the
chassis.
8. Place one hand underneath the Routing Engine to support it, and slide it completely
out of the chassis.
9. Place the Routing Engine on the antistatic mat.
NOTE: To maintain proper airflow through the chassis, do not leave an

SCB installed in the chassis without a Routing Engine for extended periods
of time. If a Routing Engine is removed, a replacement Routing Engine
should be installed as soon as possible.
Figure 89: Removing a Routing Engine
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Installing an MX480 Routing Engine
To install a Routing Engine into an SCB (see Figure 90 on page 186):
2. Ensure that the ejector handles are not in the locked position. If necessary, flip the
ejector handles outward.
3. Place one hand underneath the Routing Engine to support it.
4. Carefully align the sides of the Routing Engine with the guides inside the opening on
the SCB.
5. Slide the Routing Engine into the SCB until you feel resistance, and then press the
Routing Engine's faceplate until it engages the connectors.
6. Press both of the ejector handles inward to seat the Routing Engine.
7. Tighten the captive screws on the left and right of the Routing Engine.
8. Connect the management device cables to the Routing Engine.

The Routing Engine might require several minutes to boot.
After the Routing Engine boots, verify that it is installed correctly by checking the RE0
and RE1 LEDs on the craft interface. If the router is operational and the Routing Engine is
functioning properly, the green ONLINE LED lights steadily. If the red FAIL LED lights
steadily instead, remove and install the Routing Engine again. If the red FAIL LED still
lights steadily, the Routing Engine is not functioning properly. Contact your customer
support representative.
To check the status of the Routing Engine, use the CLI command:

Routing Engine status: Slot 0: Current state Master ...
For more information about using the CLI, see the Junos OS documentation.
Figure 90: Installing a Routing Engine
Related • Replacing Connections to MX480 Routing Engine Interface Ports on page 188
Documentation
• Synchronizing Routing Engines
Replacing an SSD Drive on an RE-A-1800 or RE-S-1800

Each RE-1800 Routing Engine supports two solid-state drives (SSD) specified by Juniper
Networks. The RE-1800 ships with one SSD installed. The spare SSD is Juniper part
number RE-SSD-32G-UPG.Figure 91 on page 187 and Figure 92 on page 187show the
arrangement of storage drive slots on a RE-1800 Routing Engine.

Figure 91: RE-A-1800 Storage Drive Slots

Online/Offline SSD SSD
button slot 1 slot 2
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Extractor USB Reset Online Storage Extractor
clip port button LED LED clip
Figure 92: RE-S-1800 Storage Drive Slots

Auxiliary Ethernet Online/Offline SSD SSD
port port button slot 1 slot 2
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Extractor Console USB Status LEDs Extractor
clip port port clip

The following drive has been verified to work in the RE-1800 Routing Engines:
• SSD SLC 32 GB
To replace a storage drive:
1. Disable and deactivate the storage drive.
2. Remove the storage drive.
a. Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist, and
connect the strap to an ESD point on the appliance.
For more information about ESD, see Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge Damage
on VXA Series Content Engines.
b. Unfasten the thumbscrew that secures the access door in front of the storage drive
slots, and open the door.
c. Slide the lock on the ejector to the unlocked position.
d. Carefully slide the drive out of the slot.
3. Reinstall a storage drive.
a. Carefully align the sides of the drive with the guides in the slot.
b. Slide the drive into the slot until you feel resistance, carefully ensuring that it is
correctly aligned.
c. Close the access door and tighten the thumbscrew to secure the door.
4. Mount the new storage drive.
Related • Returning a Hardware Component to Juniper Networks, Inc. on page 327

Documentation
Replacing Connections to MX480 Routing Engine Interface Ports

• Replacing the Management Ethernet Cable on an MX Series Router on page 188
• Replacing the Console or Auxiliary Cable on an MX480 Router on page 189
Replacing the Management Ethernet Cable on an MX Series Router
One Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors is provided with the router. To replace the
cable connected to the ETHERNET port:
2. Press the tab on the connector, and pull the connector straight out of the port. Figure
93 on page 189 shows the connector.
3. Disconnect the cable from the network device.

4. Plug one end of the replacement cable into the ETHERNET port. Figure 94 on page 189
shows the port.
5. Plug the other end of the cable into the network device.
Figure 93: Cable Connector
Figure 94: Ethernet Port
Replacing the Console or Auxiliary Cable on an MX480 Router
To use a system console to configure and manage the Routing Engine, connect it to the
CONSOLE port on the Routing Engine. To use a laptop, modem, or other auxiliary device,
connect it to the AUX port on the Routing Engine. Both ports accept a cable with an RJ-45
connector. One RJ-45/DB-9 cable is provided with the router. If you want to connect a
device to both ports, you must supply another cable.
To replace a cable connected to a management console or auxiliary device:
2. Press the tab on the connector, and pull the connector straight out of the port.
3. Disconnect the cable from the console or auxiliary device.
4. Plug the RJ-45 end of the replacement serial cable into the CONSOLE or AUX port.
Figure 95 on page 189 shows the external device ports on the Routing Engine.
5. Plug the female DB-9 end into the console or auxiliary device's serial port.
Figure 95: Auxiliary and Console Ports

Related • Routing Engine Interface Cable and Wire Specifications for MX Series Routers on
Replacing an MX480 DPC
1. Removing an MX480 DPC on page 190

2. Installing an MX480 DPC on page 192
Removing an MX480 DPC

A DPC weighs up to 13.1 lb (5.9 kg). Be prepared to accept its full weight.
1. Have ready a replacement DPC or DPC blank panel and an antistatic mat for the DPC.
Also have ready rubber safety caps for each DPC you are removing that uses an optical
interface.
3. Label the cables connected to each port on the DPC so that you can later reconnect
the cables to the correct ports.
4. Use one of the following methods to take the DPC offline:
• Press and hold the corresponding DPC online button on the craft interface. The
green OK LED next to the button begins to blink. Hold the button down until the LED
goes off.
• Issue the following CLI command:
user@host>request chassis fpc slot slot-number offline

Commands.
5. Disconnect the cables from the DPC.


you are inserting or removing cable. The safety cap keeps the port clean
and prevents accidental exposure to laser light.


6. Immediately cover each optical transceiver and the end of each fiber-optic cable with
a rubber safety cap.
7. Arrange the disconnected cables in the cable management brackets to prevent the
cables from developing stress points.
8. Simultaneously turn both of the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the DPC.

Do not stack DPCs on top of one another after removal. Place each one
stable surface.
11. If you are not reinstalling a DPC into the emptied DPC slot within a short time, install
a blank DPC panel over the slot to maintain proper airflow in the DPC card cage.
CAUTION: After removing a DPC from the chassis, wait at least 30 seconds
before reinserting it, removing a DPC from a different slot, or inserting a
DPC into a different slot.

Installing an MX480 DPC

A DPC weighs up to 14.5 lb (6.6 kg). Be prepared to accept its full weight.
To install a DPC (see Figure 97 on page 193):
4. Verify that each fiber-optic transceiver is covered with a rubber safety cap. If it does
not, cover the transceiver with a safety cap.
the card cage.
is fully seated.
9. Remove the rubber safety cap from each fiber-optic transceiver and cable.

10. Insert the cables into the cable connector ports on each DPC (see Figure 98 on
page 194).


12. Use one of the following methods to bring the DPC online:
• Press and hold the corresponding DPC online button on the craft interface until the
green OK LED next to the button lights steadily, in about 5 seconds.
user@host>request chassis fpc slot slot-number online

Commands.
CAUTION: After the OK LED turns green, wait at least 30 seconds before
removing the DPC again, removing a DPC from a different slot, or inserting
a DPC in a different slot.
You can also verify that the DPC is functioning correctly by issuing the show chassis fpc
and show chassis fpc pic-status commands.
Figure 97: Installing a DPC

Figure 98: Attaching a Cable to a DPC

Documentation
• MX480 Dense Port Concentrator (DPC) LEDs on page 12
Replacing an MX480 FPC
1. Removing an MX480 FPC on page 194

2. Installing an MX480 FPC on page 197
Removing an MX480 FPC

When you remove an FPC, the router continues to function, although the PIC interfaces
installed on the FPC being removed no longer function.
An FPC takes up two DPC slots on the MX480 router. Up to three FPCs can be installed
horizontally in the front of the MX480 router. The FPCs are hot-insertable and
hot-removable. An empty FPC3 weighs 14 lb (6.5 kg). A fully configured FPC can weigh
up to 18 lb (8.2 kg). Be prepared to accept its full weight.
1. Have ready a replacement FPC or FPC blank panel and an antistatic mat for the FPC.
Also have ready rubber safety caps for each PIC using an optical interface on the FPC
that you are removing.
3. Label the cables connected to each PIC on the FPC so that you can later reconnect
the cables to the correct PICs.

4. Use one of the following methods to take the FPC offline:
• Press and hold the FPC online/offline button. The green OK LED next to the button
begins to blink. Hold the button down until the LED goes off. The LEDs and
online/offline button for each FPC are located directly above it on the craft interface.

Commands.
NOTE: The slot number corresponds to the lowest numbered slot for
which the FPC is installed.
5. Disconnect the cables from the PICs installed in the FPC.
6. Immediately cover each fiber-optic transceiver and the end of each fiber-optic cable
with a rubber safety cap.


10. Place one hand around the front of the FPC (the PIC housing) and the other hand
under it to support it. Slide the FPC completely out of the chassis, and place it on the
antistatic mat or in the electrostatic bag.


Do not stack FPCs on top of one another after removal. Place each one
stable surface.
11. If necessary, remove each installed PIC from the FPC.
12. After you remove each PIC, immediately place it on an antistatic mat or in an
electrostatic bag.
13. If you are not reinstalling an FPC into the emptied DPC slots within a short time, install
a blank DPC panel over each slot to maintain proper airflow in the card cage.
CAUTION: After removing an FPC from the chassis, wait at least 30

seconds before reinserting it or inserting an FPC into a different slot.
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
M
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
REDALAR
M
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
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Installing an MX480 FPC

An FPC takes up two DPC slots on the MX480 router. Up to three FPCs can be installed
horizontally in the front of the router. The FPCs are hot-insertable and hot-removable.
An empty FPC3 weighs 14 lb (6.5 kg). A fully configured FPC can weigh up to 18 lb (8.2 kg).
Be prepared to accept its full weight.
To install an FPC (see Figure 100 on page 199):
2. Place the FPC on an antistatic mat.
3. Take each PIC to be installed in the replacement FPC out of its electrostatic bag, and
identify the slot on the FPC where it will be connected.
4. Verify that each fiber-optic PIC has a rubber safety cap covering the PIC transceiver.
5. Install each PIC into the appropriate slot on the FPC.
6. Locate the slots in the card cage in which you plan to install the FPC.
the card cage.
CAUTION: When the FPC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector
handles, bus bars, or edge connectors. They cannot support its weight.
is fully seated.
11. If any of the PICs on the FPC connect to fiber-optic cable, remove the rubber safety
cap from each transceiver and cable.

12. Insert the appropriate cable into the cable connector ports on each PIC on the FPC.


14. Use one of the following methods to bring the FPC online:
• Press and hold the FPC online/offline button until the green OK LED next to the
button lights steadily, in about 5 seconds. The LEDs and online/offline button for
each FPC are located directly above it on the craft interface.

Commands.
CAUTION: After the OK LED lights steadily, wait at least 30 seconds before
removing the FPC again, removing an FPC from a different slot, or inserting
an FPC in a different slot.
You can also verify correct FPC and PIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc and
show chassis fpc pic-status commands described in “Maintaining MX480 FPCs” on page 132
and “Maintaining MX480 PICs” on page 134.

Figure 100: Installing an FPC
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
M
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
REDALAR
M
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
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Documentation
Replacing an MX480 PIC
1. Removing an MX480 PIC on page 199

2. Installing an MX480 PIC on page 201
Removing an MX480 PIC

PICs are hot-insertable and hot-removable. When you remove a PIC, the router continues
to function, although the PIC interfaces being removed no longer function.
The PICs are located in the FPCs installed in the front of the router. A PIC weighs less
than 2 lb (0.9 kg).
To remove a PIC (see Figure 101 on page 201):
1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface to receive the
PIC. If the PIC connects to fiber-optic cable, have ready a rubber safety cap for each
transceiver and cable.
3. Use one of the following methods to take the PIC offline:

• Press its online/offline button. For a PIC installed in FPC3, use a narrow-ended tool
that fits inside the opening that leads to the button. Press and hold the button until
the PIC LED goes off (about 5 seconds).
user@host> request chassis pic fpc-slot fpc-slot pic-slot pic-slot offline

Commands.
4. Label the cables connected to the PIC so that you can later reconnect each cable to
the correct PIC.
5. Disconnect the cables from the PIC. If the PIC uses fiber-optic cable, immediately
cover each transceiver and the end of each cable with a rubber safety cap.



7. For an FPC3 PIC, loosen the captive screw at the bottom of the PIC faceplate, then
twist the ejector handle at the top of the faceplate counterclockwise to unseat the
PIC.
8. Slide the PIC out of the FPC card carrier and place it in the electrostatic bag or on the
antistatic mat.
9. If you are not reinstalling a PIC into the emptied PIC slot within a short time, install a
blank PIC panel over the slot to maintain proper airflow in the FPC card cage.

Figure 101: Removing a PIC
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Installing an MX480 PIC
To install a PIC (see Figure 102 on page 203):
2. If the PIC uses fiber-optic cable, verify that a rubber safety cap is over each transceiver
on the faceplate. Install a cap if necessary.
3. Align the notches in the connector at the rear of the PIC with the notches in the PIC
slot in the FPC and then slide the PIC in until it lodges firmly in the FPC.
CAUTION: Slide the PIC straight into the slot to avoid damaging the
components on the bottom of the PIC.
4. For an FPC3 PIC, turn the ejector handle at the top of the PIC faceplate clockwise,
then tighten the captive screw at the bottom of the faceplate to secure the PIC in the
FPC.
5. If the PIC uses fiber-optic cable, remove the rubber safety cap from each transceiver
and the end of each cable.



6. Insert the appropriate cables into the cable connectors on the PIC.

8. Use one of the following methods to bring the PIC online:
• Press the PIC offline/online button until the PIC LED lights green. For a PIC installed
in an FPC2 or FPC3, use a narrow-ended tool that fits inside the opening that leads
to the button.
user@host> request chassis pic fpc-slot fpc-slot pic-slot pic-slot online

Commands.
The normal functioning status LED confirms that the PIC is online. You can also verify
correct PIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status command described
in “Maintaining MX480 PICs” on page 134.

Figure 102: Installing a PIC
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Documentation
Replacing an MX480 MPC
1. Removing an MX480 MPC on page 204

2. Installing an MX480 MPC on page 206

Removing an MX480 MPC

When you remove an MPC, the router continues to function, although the MIC interfaces
installed on the MPC being removed no longer function.
An MPC installs horizontally in the front of the router. The MPCs are hot-insertable and
hot-removable. A fully configured MPC can weigh up to 18.35 lb (8.3 kg). Be prepared to
accept its full weight.
To remove an MPC (see Figure 103 on page 205):
1. Have ready a replacement MPC or DPC blank panel and an antistatic mat for the MPC.
Also have ready rubber safety caps for each MIC using an optical interface on the MPC
that you are removing.
3. Label the cables connected to each MIC on the MPC so that you can later reconnect
the cables to the correct MICs.
4. Use one of the following methods to take the MPC offline:
• Press and hold the corresponding online button on the craft interface. The green
OK/FAIL LED next to the button begins to blink. Hold the button down until the LED
goes off.

Commands.
5. Disconnect the cables from the MICs installed in the MPC.


inserting or removing cable. The safety cap keeps the port clean and
prevents accidental exposure to laser light.

6. If a MIC uses fiber-optic cable, immediately cover each transceiver and the end of
each cable with a rubber safety cap.

7. Arrange the disconnected cables in the cable management brackets to prevent the
cables from developing stress points.
8. Simultaneously turn both the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the MPC.
9. Grasp the handles, and slide the MPC straight out of the card cage halfway.
10. Place one hand around the front of the MPC (the MIC housing) and the other hand
under it to support it. Slide the MPC completely out of the chassis, and place it on the
antistatic mat or in the electrostatic bag.
CAUTION: The weight of the MPC is concentrated in the back end. Be

prepared to accept the full weight—up to 18.35 lb (8.3 kg)—as you slide
the MPC out of the chassis.
When the MPC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector handles,
Do not stack MPCs on top of one another after removal. Place each one
stable surface.
11. If necessary, remove each installed MIC from the MPC.
12. After you remove each MIC, immediately place it on an antistatic mat or in an
electrostatic bag.
13. If you are not reinstalling an MPC into the emptied line card slots within a short time,
install a blank DPC panel over each slot to maintain proper airflow in the card cage.
CAUTION: After removing an MPC from the chassis, wait at least 30

seconds before reinserting it or inserting an MPC into a different slot.
Figure 103: Removing an MPC
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
RED ALARM
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
MX480
SCB
SCB
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Installing an MX480 MPC

An MPC installs horizontally in the front of the router. The MPCs are hot-insertable and
hot-removable. A fully configured MPC can weigh up to 18.35 lb (8.3 kg). Be prepared to
To install an MPC (see Figure 104 on page 207):
2. Place the MPC on an antistatic mat.
3. Take each MIC to be installed in the replacement MPC out of its electrostatic bag,
and identify the slot on the MPC where it will be connected.
4. Verify that each fiber-optic MIC has a rubber safety cap covering the MIC transceiver.
5. Install each MIC into the appropriate slot on the MPC.
6. Locate the slot in the card cage in which you plan to install the MPC.
7. Orient the MPC so that the faceplate faces you.
8. Lift the MPC into place, and carefully align the sides of the MPC with the guides inside
the card cage.
CAUTION: When the MPC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector
handles, bus bars, or edge connectors. They cannot support its weight.
9. Slide the MPC all the way into the card cage until you feel resistance.
10. Grasp both ejector handles, and rotate them clockwise simultaneously until the MPC
is fully seated.
11. If any of the MICs on the MPC connect to fiber-optic cable, remove the rubber safety
cap from each transceiver and cable.

12. Insert the appropriate cable into the cable connector ports on each MIC on the MPC.
Secure the cables so that they are not supporting their own weight. Place excess cable
out of the way in a neatly coiled loop, using the cable management system. Placing
fasteners on a loop helps to maintain its shape.


13. Use one of the following methods to bring the MPC online:
• Press and hold the corresponding MPC online button on the craft interface until the
green OK/FAIL LED next to the button lights steadily, in about 5 seconds.

Commands.
CAUTION: After the OK/FAIL LED lights steadily, wait at least 30 seconds
before removing the MPC again, removing an MPC from a different slot,
or inserting an MPC in a different slot.
You can also verify correct MPC and MIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc and
show chassis fpc pic-status commands described in“Maintaining MX480 MPCs” on
page 135 and “Maintaining MX480 MICs” on page 137.
Figure 104: Installing an MPC
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
RED ALARM
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
MX480
SCB
SCB
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Documentation
• MX480 MPC Serial Number Label on page 322

Replacing an MX480 MIC
1. Removing an MX480 MIC on page 208

2. Installing an MX480 MIC on page 210
3. Installing an MX480 Dual-Wide MIC on page 212
Removing an MX480 MIC

MICs are hot-insertable and hot-removable. When you remove a MIC, the router continues
to function, although the MIC interfaces being removed no longer function.
The MICs are located in the MPCs installed in the front of the router. A MIC weighs less
than 2 lb (0.9 kg).
To remove a MIC (see Figure 105 on page 209 and Figure 106 on page 209):
1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface to receive the
MIC. If the MIC connects to fiber-optic cable, have ready a rubber safety cap for each
transceiver and cable.
3. Use one of the following methods to take the MIC offline:
• Press its online/offline button. Use a narrow-ended tool that fits inside the opening
that leads to the button. Press and hold the button until the MIC OK/FAIL LED goes
off (about 5 seconds).
user@host> request chassis mic fpc-slot mpc-slot mic-slot mic-slot offline

Commands.
4. Label the cables connected to the MIC so that you can later reconnect each cable to
the correct MIC.
5. Disconnect the cables from the MIC. If the MIC uses fiber-optic cable, immediately
cover each transceiver and the end of each cable with a rubber safety cap.



6. Arrange the cable to prevent it from dislodging or developing stress points. Secure
the cable so that it is not supporting its own weight as it hangs to the floor. Place
excess cable out of the way in a neatly coiled loop.

7. On the MPC, pull the ejector lever that is adjacent to the MIC you are removing away
from the MPC faceplate. Pulling the ejector lever disconnects the MIC from the MPC.
NOTE: To remove a dual-wide MIC that takes up both MIC slots, you must
pull both ejector levers away from the MPC faceplate.
8. Grasp the handles on the MIC faceplate, and slide the MIC out of the MPC card carrier.
Place it in the electrostatic bag or on the antistatic mat.
9. If you are not reinstalling a MIC into the emptied MIC slot within a short time, install
a blank MIC panel over the slot to maintain proper airflow in the MPC card cage.
Figure 105: Removing a MIC
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Figure 106: Removing a Dual-Wide MIC
Ejectors
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MIC handles

Installing an MX480 MIC

To install a MIC (see Figure 108 on page 211):
2. If you have used a dual-wide MIC and are now replacing it with two “single” MICs,
install the septum (see Figure 107 on page 210):
a. Place the MPC on a flat surface (If necessary, remove the MPC from the router as
described in “Removing an MX480 MPC” on page 204).
b. Position the septum in the center of the MPC so that it lines up with holes labeled
S on the top of the MPC.
c. Insert a screw into each of the two holes labeled S, and then tighten completely.
d. On the bottom of the MPC, insert a screw into each of the four holes labeled S, and
then tighten completely.
e. Install the MPC as described in “Installing an MX480 MPC” on page 206.
Figure 107: Installing the Septum
Slide septum Install four screws

into MPC. on bottom.
Install two
screws.
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3. If the MIC uses fiber-optic cable, verify that a rubber safety cap is over each transceiver
4. On the MPC, pull the ejector lever that is adjacent to the MIC you are installing away
from the MPC faceplate.
5. Align the rear of the MIC with the guides located at the corners of the MIC slot.
6. Slide the MIC into the MPC until it is firmly seated in the MPC.
CAUTION: Slide the MIC straight into the slot to avoid damaging the
components on the MIC.
7. Verify that the ejector lever is engaged by pushing it toward the MPC faceplate.
8. If the MIC uses fiber-optic cable, remove the rubber safety cap from each transceiver



9. Insert the appropriate cables into the cable connectors on the MIC.
10. Arrange each cable to prevent the cable from dislodging or developing stress points.
Secure the cable so that it is not supporting its own weight as it hangs to the floor.
Place excess cable out of the way in a neatly coiled loop.

11. Use one of the following methods to bring the MIC online:
• Press the MIC offline/online button until the MIC OK/FAIL LED lights green.
user@host> request chassis mic fpc-slot mpc-slot mic-slot mic-slot online

Commands.
The normal functioning status LED confirms that the MIC is online. You can also verify
correct MIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status command described
in “Maintaining MX480 MICs” on page 137.
Figure 108: Installing a MIC

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Installing an MX480 Dual-Wide MIC

To install a dual-wide MIC (see Figure 110 on page 213):
2. Remove the septum, if necessary (see Figure 109 on page 212):
a. Place the MPC on a flat surface (if necessary, remove the MPC from the router as
described in “Removing an MX480 MPC” on page 204).
b. Remove the four screws labeled S on the bottom of the MPC.
c. Remove the two screws labeled S on the top of the MPC.
d. Slide the septum towards you and out of the MPC.
e. Store the septum and screws for later use.
f. Install the MPC as described in “Installing an MX480 MPC” on page 206.
Figure 109: Removing the Septum
Remove four screws Remove two

on bottom. screws on top.
Slide septum
forward.
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MPC
3. If the MIC uses fiber-optic cable, verify that a rubber safety cap is over each transceiver
4. Pull the ejector lever above both MIC slots away from the router.
5. Align the rear of the MIC with the guides located at the corners of the MIC slot.
6. Slide the MIC into the MIC slot until it is firmly seated in the chassis.
CAUTION: Slide the MIC straight into the slot to avoid damaging the
components on the MIC.
7. Verify that the ejector levers are engaged by pushing them toward the router.
8. If the MIC uses fiber-optic cable, remove the rubber safety cap from each transceiver



9. Insert the appropriate cables into the cable connectors on the MIC.
10. Arrange each cable to prevent the cable from dislodging or developing stress points.
Secure the cable so that it is not supporting its own weight as it hangs to the floor.
Place excess cable out of the way in a neatly coiled loop.

11. Use one of the following methods to bring the MIC online:
• Press the MIC offline/online button until the MIC OK/FAIL LED lights green.
user@host> request chassis mic fpc-slot mpc-slot mic-slot mic-slot online
The normal functioning status LED confirms that the MIC is online. You can also verify
correct MIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status command described
in “Maintaining MX480 MICs” on page 137.
Figure 110: Installing a Dual-Wide MIC

MPC
Dual-wide MIC
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Documentation

• MX480 MIC Serial Number Label on page 323
Replacing an MX480 AS MLC
1. Removing an MX480 AS MLC on page 214

2. Installing an MX480 AS MLC on page 216
Removing an MX480 AS MLC

When you remove an Application Services Modular Line Card (AS MLC), the router
continues to function, although the modular cards (AS MXC and AS MSC) installed on
the AS MLC being removed no longer function.
Up to five AS MLCs can be installed horizontally in the front of the MX480 router. The
AS MLCs are hot-insertable and hot-removable. An empty AS MLC weighs 10.5 lb
(4.76 kg). A fully configured AS MLC can weigh up to 15.27 lb (6.93 kg). Be prepared to
To remove an AS MLC (see Figure 111 on page 215):
1. Have ready a replacement AS MLC or an AS MLC blank panel and an antistatic mat
for the AS MLC.
3. Use one of the following methods to take the AS MLC offline:
• Press and hold the AS MLC online/offline button. The green OK LED next to the
button begins to blink. Hold the button down until the LED goes out. The
online/offline button for each AS MLC is located directly above it on the craft
interface.

Commands.
NOTE: The slot number corresponds to the lowest numbered slot for
which the AS MLC is installed.
4. Simultaneously turn both the ejector handles counterclockwise to unseat the AS MLC.
5. Grasp the handles, and slide the AS MLC straight out of the card cage halfway.

6. Place one hand around the front of the AS MLC (the modular card housing) and the
other hand under it to support it. Slide the AS MLC completely out of the chassis, and
place it on the antistatic mat or in the electrostatic bag.
CAUTION: The weight of the AS MLC is concentrated in the back end. Be

prepared to accept the full weight—up to 15.27 lb (6.93 kg)—as you slide
the AS MLC out of the chassis.
When the AS MLC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the ejector handles,
Do not stack AS MLCs on top of one another after removal. Place each
one individually in an electrostatic bag or on its own antistatic mat on a
flat, stable surface.
7. If necessary, remove each installed AS MSC and AS MXC from the AS MLC.
8. After you remove each modular card, immediately place it on an antistatic mat or in
an electrostatic bag.
9. If you are not reinstalling an AS MLC into the emptied slots within a short time, install
a blank AS MLC panel over each slot to maintain proper airflow in the card cage.
CAUTION: After removing an AS MLC from the chassis, wait at least 30

seconds before reinserting it or inserting an AS MLC into a different slot.
Figure 111: Removing an AS MLC
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
RED ALARM
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
MX480
SCB
SCB
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Installing an MX480 AS MLC

You can install up to five Application Services Modular Line Cards (AS MLCs) horizontally
in the front of the MX480 router. The AS MLCs are hot-insertable and hot-removable.
An empty AS MLC weighs 10.5 lb (4.76 kg). A fully configured AS MLC can weigh up to
15.27 lb (6.93 kg). Be prepared to accept its full weight.
To install an AS MLC (see Figure 112 on page 217):
2. Place the AS MLC on an antistatic mat.
3. Take the AS MSC and AS MXC (the modular cards) to be installed in the AS MLC out
of its electrostatic bag. The AS MSC must be inserted in the left slot and the AS MXC
in the right slot.
4. Install the AS MSC and AS MXC into the appropriate slot on the AS MLC.
5. Locate the slots in the card cage in which you plan to install the AS MLC.
6. Orient the AS MLC so that the faceplate faces you.
7. Lift the AS MLC into place, and carefully align the sides of the AS MLC with the guides
inside the card cage.
CAUTION: When the AS MLC is out of the chassis, do not hold it by the
ejector handles, bus bars, or edge connectors. They cannot support its
weight.
8. Slide the AS MLC all the way into the card cage until you feel resistance.
9. Grasp both ejector handles, and rotate them clockwise simultaneously until the AS
MLC is fully seated.
10. Use one of the following methods to bring the AS MLC online:
• Press and hold the AS MLC online/offline button until the green OK LED next to the
button lights steadily, in about 5 seconds. The LEDs and online/offline button for
each AS MLC are located above it on the craft interface.

Commands.
CAUTION: After the OK LED lights steadily, wait at least 30 seconds before
removing the AS MLC again, removing an AS MLC from a different slot, or
inserting an AS MLC in a different slot.

You can also verify correct AS MLC and AS MSC or AS MXC functioning by issuing the
show chassis fpc and show chassis fpc pic-status.
Figure 112: Installing an AS MLC
ESD
MASTER
ONLINE
OFFLINE
REO
RE1
OK FAN
FAIL OK PEM 0 1
0 FAIL OK ACO/LT
RED ALARM
1 FAIL OK
0 FAIL OK
1 FAIL OK NC C NO
2 FAIL OK NC C NO
3 FAIL
4
5
MX480
SCB
SCB
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Documentation
Replacing an MX480 AS MSC
1. Removing an MX480 AS MSC on page 217

2. Installing an MX480 AS MSC on page 218
Removing an MX480 AS MSC

AS MSCs are hot-insertable and hot-removable. When you remove an AS MSC, the router
continues to function.
The AS MSCs are located in the AS MLCs installed in the front of the router. An AS MSC
weighs 1.4 lb (0.6 kg).
To remove an AS MSC (see Figure 113 on page 218):
1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface to receive the AS
MSC.
3. Use one of the following methods to take the AS MSC offline:
that leads to the button. Press and hold the button until the AS MSC LED goes out
(about 5 seconds).


Commands.
4. Slide the AS MSC out of the AS MLC card carrier by pulling the handles, and place it
in the electrostatic bag or on the antistatic mat.
5. If you are not reinstalling an AS MSC into the emptied AS MSC slot within a short time,
install a blank AS MSC panel over the slot to maintain proper airflow in the AS MLC
card cage.
Figure 113: Removing an AS MSC
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Installing an MX480 AS MSC

To install an AS MSC (see Figure 114 on page 219):
2. Align the notches in the connector at the rear of the AS MSC with the notches in the
AS MSC slot (slot 0—the top slot in the AS MLC ), and then slide the AS MSC in until
it lodges firmly in the AS MLC.

CAUTION: Slide the AS MSC straight into the slot to avoid damaging the
components on the bottom of the AS MSC.
3. Use one of the following methods to bring the AS MSC online:
• Press the AS MSC offline/online button until the LED light turns green.

Commands.
The normal functioning status LED confirms that the AS MSC is online. You can also
verify correct AS MSC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status.
Figure 114: Installing an AS MSC
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Documentation
• MX480 Application Services Modular Storage Card Description on page 23

Replacing an MX480 AS MXC
1. Removing an MX480 AS MXC on page 220

2. Installing an MX480 AS MXC on page 221
Removing an MX480 AS MXC

AS MXCs are hot-insertable and hot-removable. When you remove an AS MXC, the router
continues to function.
The AS MXCs are located in the AS MLCs installed in the front of the router. An AS MXC
weighs 1.4 lb (0.6 kg).
To remove an AS MXC (see Figure 115 on page 221):
1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface to receive the AS
MXC.
3. Use one of the following methods to take the AS MXC offline:
that leads to the button. Press and hold the button until the AS MXC LED goes out
(about 5 seconds).

Commands.
5. Slide the AS MXC out of the AS MLC card carrier by pulling the handles, and place it
in the electrostatic bag or on the antistatic mat.
6. If you are not reinstalling an AS MXC into the emptied AS MXC slot within a short time,
install a blank AS MXC panel over the slot to maintain proper airflow in the AS MLC
card cage.

Figure 115: Removing an AS MXC
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Installing an MX480 AS MXC

To install an AS MXC (see Figure 116 on page 222):
2. Align the notches in the connector at the rear of the AS MXC with the notches in the
AS MXC slot (slot 1—the bottom slot in the AS MLC), and then slide the AS MXC in
until it lodges firmly in the AS MLC.
CAUTION: Slide the AS MXC straight into the slot to avoid damaging the
components on the bottom of the AS MXC.
3. Use one of the following methods to bring the AS MXC online:
• Press the AS MXC offline/online button until the LED light turns green.

Commands.

The normal functioning status LED confirms that the AS MXC is online. You can also
verify correct AS MXC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status command.
Figure 116: Installing an AS MXC
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Documentation
• MX480 Application Services Modular Processing Card Description on page 24
Replacing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC
1. Removing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 222

2. Installing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 224
Removing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC

Removing and installing cables on a DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC does not affect router function.
To remove a cable:
1. Have ready a rubber safety cap for each fiber-optic cable and transceiver.
2. If removing all cables connected to the component, use one of the following methods
to take the component offline:

• To take a DPC or an MPC offline:
• Press and hold the corresponding online button on the craft interface. The green
OK LED next to the button begins to blink. Hold the button down until the LED
goes off.

Commands.
• To take a PIC offline:
• Press the online/offline button on the PIC. For a PIC installed in an FPC3, use a
narrow-ended tool that fits inside the opening that leads to the button. Press and
hold the button until the PIC LED goes off (about 5 seconds).

Commands.
• To take a MIC offline:
• Press the online/offline button on the MIC. Use a narrow-ended tool that fits
inside the opening that leads to the button. Press and hold the button until the
MIC LED goes off (about 5 seconds).
user@host> request chassis mic fpc-slot mpc-slot pic-slot mic-slot offline

Commands.
3. Disconnect the cable from the cable connector port. If the component uses fiber-optic
cable, immediately cover each transceiver and the end of each cable with a rubber
safety cap.


4. Remove the cable from the cable management brackets.
5. Disconnect the cable from the destination port.

Installing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC

To install a cable:
1. Have ready a length of the type of cable used by the DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC. For cable
specifications, see the MX Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.
2. If the cable connector port is covered by a rubber safety plug, remove the plug.


3. Insert the cable connector into the cable connector port on the component faceplate.

5. Insert the other end of the cable into the destination port.
6. Repeat the previous steps for any additional cables.
7. If the component is offline (its failure indicator LED is lit), use one of the following
methods to bring the it online:
• To bring a DPC or an MPC online:
• Press and hold the corresponding online button on the craft interface until the
green OK LED next to the button lights steadily, in about 5 seconds.

Commands.
• To bring a PIC online:
• Press the PIC offline/online button until the PIC LED lights green. For a PIC installed
in an FPC2 or FPC3, use a narrow-ended tool that fits inside the opening that
leads to the button.
user@host>request chassis pic fpc-slot fpc-slot pic-slot pic-slot online

Commands.
• To bring a MIC online:
• Press the MIC offline/online button until the MIC LED lights green.
user@host>request chassis mic fpc-slot mpc-slot pic-slot mic-slot online

Commands.
The normal functioning indicator LED confirms that the component is online. You can
also verify correct DPC or MPC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc command
or correct MIC or the PIC functioning by issuing the show chassis fpc pic-status
command.

Documentation
• Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX480 DPCs, MPCs, MICs, or PICs on page 138
Replacing an SFP or XFP Transceiver on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC
1. Removing an SFP or XFP Transceiver from an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 225
2. Installing an SFP or XFP Transceiver into an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 227
Removing an SFP or XFP Transceiver from an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC
Removing an SFP or XFP does not interrupt DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC functioning, but the
removed SFP or XFP no longer receives or transmits data.
To remove an SFP or XFP transceiver (see Figure 117 on page 226):
1. Have ready a replacement transceiver or a transceiver slot plug, an antistatic mat,

and a rubber safety cap for the transceiver.
3. Label the cables connected to the transceiver so that you can reconnect them correctly
later.


4. Remove the cable connector from the transceiver.
5. Carefully arrange the disconnected cable in the cable management brackets to prevent
the cable from developing stress points.

6. Pull the ejector handle out from the transceiver to unlock the transceiver.
CAUTION: Make sure that you open the ejector handle completely until
you hear it click. This prevents damage to the transceiver.
Use needlenose pliers to pull the ejector handle out from the transceiver.
7. Grasp the transceiver ejector handle, and pull the transceiver approximately 0.5 in. (1.3
cm) out of the DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC.
8. Using your fingers, grasp the body of the transceiver, and pull it the rest of the way
out of the DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC.
Figure 117: Removing SFPs or XFPs
9. Place a rubber safety cap over the transceiver.
10. Place the removed transceiver on an antistatic mat or in an electrostatic bag.

CAUTION: After removing a transceiver from the chassis, wait at least 30

seconds before reinserting it or inserting a transceiver into a different slot.
Installing an SFP or XFP Transceiver into an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC
To install an SFP or XFP:
2. Take each transceiver to be installed out of its electrostatic bag, and identify the slot
on the component where it will be installed.
3. Verify that each transceiver is covered by a rubber safety cap. If it is not, cover the
transceiver with a safety cap.
4. Carefully align the transceiver with the slots in the component. The connectors should
face the component.
5. Slide the transceiver until the connector is seated in the component slot. If you are
unable to fully insert the transceiver, make sure the connector is facing the right way.
6. Close the ejector handle of the transceiver.
7. Remove the rubber safety cap from the transceiver and the end of the cable. Insert
the cable into the transceiver.

8. Verify that the status LEDs on the component faceplate indicate that the SFP or XFP
is functioning correctly. For more information about the component LEDs, see the MX
Series 3D Universal Edge Routers Line Card Guide.

Documentation
• Replacing a Cable on an MX480 DPC, MPC, MIC, or PIC on page 222
Replacing MX480 Power System Components

• Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply on page 230
• Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord on page 235
• Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable on page 236

Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply

1. Removing an MX480 AC Power Supply on page 228
2. Installing an MX480 AC Power Supply on page 229
Removing an MX480 AC Power Supply
Before you remove a power supply, be aware of the following:
NOTE: The minimum number of power supplies must be present in the router
at all times.
CAUTION: To maintain proper cooling and prevent thermal shutdown of the

operating power supply unit, each power supply slot must contain either a
power supply or a blank panel. If you remove a power supply, you must install
a replacement power supply or a blank panel shortly after the removal.
turning it back on.
To remove an AC power supply (see Figure 118 on page 229):
1. Switch off the dedicated customer site circuit breaker for the power supply, and
remove the power cord from the AC power source. Follow the instructions for your
site.
(O) position.
4. Remove the power cord from the power supply.
5. Unscrew the captive screws on the bottom edge of the power supply.

Figure 118: Removing an AC Power Supply
Installing an MX480 AC Power Supply
To install an AC power supply (see Figure 119 on page 230):
(O) position.
4. Tighten both captive screws at the bottom of the power supply.
5. Attach the power cord to the power supply.
site circuit breaker for the power supply. Follow the ESD and connection instructions
for your site.
8. Move the AC input switch next to the appliance inlet on the power supply to the on (
| ) position and observe the status LEDs on the power supply faceplate. If the power
supply is correctly installed and functioning normally, the AC OK and DC OK LEDs light
steadily, and the PS FAIL LED is not lit.

Figure 119: Installing an AC Power Supply in an MX480 Router

Documentation
Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply

1. Removing an MX480 DC Power Supply on page 230
2. Installing an MX480 DC Power Supply on page 232
Removing an MX480 DC Power Supply
Before you remove a power supply, be aware of the following:
NOTE: The minimum number of power supplies must be present in the router
at all times.

CAUTION: To maintain proper cooling and prevent thermal shutdown of the

operating power supply unit, each power supply slot must contain either a

power supply or a blank panel. If you remove a power supply, you must install
a replacement power supply or a blank panel shortly after the removal.
turning it back on.
To remove a DC power supply (see Figure 120 on page 232):
1. Switch off the dedicated customer site circuit breaker for the power supply being
removed. Follow your site's procedures for ESD.
2. Make sure that the voltage across the DC power source cable leads is 0 V and that
there is no chance that the cables might become active during the removal process.
4. Move the DC circuit breaker on the DC power supply faceplate to the off (O) position.
6. Remove the nut and washer from each of the terminal studs. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm]
nut driver or socket wrench.)
7. Remove the cable lugs from the terminal studs.
9. Carefully move the power cables out of the way.

Figure 120: Removing a DC Power Supply from the Router
Installing an MX480 DC Power Supply

To install a DC power supply (see Figure 121 on page 234):
1. Ensure that the voltage across the DC power source cable leads is 0 V and that there
is no chance that the cable leads might become active during installation.
3. Move the DC circuit breaker on the power supply faceplate to the off (O) position.
5. Tighten the captive screws on the lower edge of the power supply faceplate.
7. Remove the nut and washer from each of the terminal studs.
with the split washer, and then with the nut (see Figure 122 on page 235). Apply between

23 lb-in. (2.6 Nm) and 25 lb-in. (2.8 Nm) of torque to each nut. Do not overtighten the
nut. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm] torque-controlled driver or socket wrench.)
a. Secure the positive (+) DC source power cable lug to the RTN (return) terminal.
b. Secure the negative (–) DC source power cable lug to the –48V (input) terminal.

the color coding for the leads on the power cables that attach to the
terminal studs on each power supply.
NOTE: The DC power supplies in PEM0 and PEM1 must be powered by

dedicated power feeds derived from feed A, and the DC power supplies
in PEM2 and PEM3 must be powered by dedicated power feeds derived
from feed B. This configuration provides the commonly deployed A/B feed
redundancy for the system.
NOTE: For information about connecting to DC power sources, see “DC

Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router” on page 301.
chassis. If needed to hold the power cables in place, thread plastic cable ties, which
you must provide, through the openings on the cable restraint.

11. Verify that the power cabling is correct, that the cables are not touching or blocking
access to router components, and that they do not drape where people could trip on
them.
12. Switch on the dedicated customer site circuit breakers. Follow your site's procedures
for safety and ESD.
Verify that the INPUT OK LED on the power supply is lit green.
green steadily.
NOTE: If more than one power supply is being installed, turn on all power
supplies at the same time.
NOTE: An SCB must be present for the PWR OK LED to go on.
Figure 121: Installing a DC Power Supply in the Router


Documentation
Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord

1. Disconnecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord on page 235
2. Connecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord on page 236
Disconnecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord
To disconnect the AC power cord:
1. Switch off the dedicated customer site circuit breaker for the power supply, and
remove the power cord from the AC power source. Follow the instructions for your
site.
3. Move the AC input switch next to the appliance inlet on the power supply to the off (O)
position.
4. Remove the power cord from the power supply.

Connecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord
To connect the AC power cord:
1. Locate a replacement power cord with the type of plug appropriate for your
geographical location (see “AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480 Router” on
page 298).
2. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
4. Verify that the power cord does not block the air exhaust and access to router
components, or drape where people could trip on it.
site circuit breaker for the power supply. Follow the ESD and connection instructions
for your site.
6. Switch the AC input switch on the each power supply to the on (—) position and
observe the status LEDs on the power supply faceplate. If the power supply is correctly
installed and functioning normally, the AC OK and DC OK LEDs light steadily, and the
PS FAIL LED is not lit.

Documentation
• AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 297
Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable

1. Disconnecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable on page 236
2. Connecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable on page 237
Disconnecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable

To disconnect a power cable for a DC power supply:
1. Switch off the dedicated customer site circuit breaker for the power supply being
removed. Follow your site's procedures for ESD.
2. Make sure that the voltage across the DC power source cable leads is 0 V and that
there is no chance that the cables might become active during the removal process.

3. Verify that the INPUT OK LED on the power supply is not lit.
4. Remove the power cable from the external DC power source.
6. Move the DC circuit breaker on the power supply faceplate to the off (O)position.
8. Remove the nut and washer from each of the terminal studs. (Use a 7/16-in.
[11 mm] nut driver or socket wrench.)
9. Remove the cable lug from the terminal studs.
10. Remove the power cable from the cable restraint, and then carefully move the cable
out of the way.
Connecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable

To connect a power cable for a DC power supply:
1. Locate a replacement power cable that meets the specifications defined in “DC Power
Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router” on page 304.
2. Verify that a licensed electrician has attached a cable lug to the replacement power
cable.
3. Verify that the INPUT OK LED is off.
4. Secure the power cable lug to the terminal studs, first with the flat washer, then with
the nut. Apply between 23 lb-in. (2.6 Nm) and 25 lb-in. (2.8 Nm) of torque to each
nut (see Figure 123 on page 238). Do not overtighten the nut. (Use a 7/16-in. [11 mm]
torque-controlled driver or socket wrench.)


Figure 123: Connecting Power Cables to the DC Power Supply
5. Route the power cable along the cable restraint toward the left or right corner of the
chassis. If needed, thread plastic cable ties, which you must provide, through the
openings on the cable restraint to hold the power cable in place.
6. Verify that the DC power cable is connected correctly, that it does not touch or block
access to router components, and that it does not drape where people could trip on
it.
8. Attach the power cable to the DC power source.
9. Turn on the dedicated customer site circuit breaker to the power supply.
green steadily.


Documentation
Replacing the MX480 Cable Management Brackets
To remove the (see Figure 124 on page 239):
2. Loosen the captive screws on either side of the chassis.
3. Remove the cable management brackets.
To install the (see Figure 124 on page 239):
2. Position the on the front sides of the chassis.
3. Insert the tabs into the slots.
4. Tighten the screws completely.
Figure 124: Removing the Cable Management Brackets

Documentation
• MX480 Cable Management Brackets on page 49


PART 4
Appendixes
• Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information for the MX480 Router on page 243
• MX480 Router Environmental Specifications on page 283
• Power Guidelines, Requirements, and Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 285
• Cable and Wire Guidelines and Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 307
• MX480 Cable Connector Pinouts on page 313
• Contacting Customer Support and Returning MX480 Hardware on page 315


APPENDIX A
Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Information for the MX480 Router
• Definition of Safety Warning Levels on page 243

• General Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices on page 245
• Fire Safety Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices on page 249
• MX480 Chassis Lifting Guidelines on page 255
• General Laser Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices on page 256
• Laser Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 257
• Maintenance and Operational Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 259
• Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings for the MX480 Router on page 264
• Agency Approvals and Compliance Statements for the MX480 Router on page 275
Definition of Safety Warning Levels
The documentation uses the following levels of safety warnings:
NOTE: You might find this information helpful in a particular situation, or

might otherwise overlook it.
CAUTION: You must observe the specified guidelines to avoid minor injury
or discomfort to you, or severe damage to the hardware device.
WARNING: This symbol alerts you to the risk of personal injury from a laser.

WARNING: This symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause
bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards
involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for
preventing accidents.
Waarschuwing Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in

een situatie die lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige
apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust te zijn van de bij elektrische
schakelingen betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van standaard
maatregelen om ongelukken te voorkomen.
Varoitus Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Olet tilanteessa, joka voi

johtaa ruumiinvammaan. Ennen kuin työskentelet minkään laitteiston parissa,
ota selvää sähkökytkentöihin liittyvistä vaaroista ja tavanomaisista
onnettomuuksien ehkäisykeinoista.
Attention Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez

dans une situation pouvant causer des blessures ou des dommages corporels.
Avant de travailler sur un équipement, soyez conscient des dangers posés
par les circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures
couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents.
Warnung Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer

Situation, die zu einer Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der
Arbeit an irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien Sie sich der mit elektrischen
Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur
Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt.
Avvertenza Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione

potrebbe causare infortuni alle persone. Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi
apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed
essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti.
Advarsel Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som

kan føre til personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du vare
oppmerksom på de faremomentene som elektriske kretser innebærer, samt
gjøre deg kjent med vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker.
Aviso Este símbolo de aviso indica perigo. Encontra-se numa situação que
lhe poderá causar danos físicos. Antes de começar a trabalhar com qualquer
equipamento, familiarize-se com os perigos relacionados com circuitos
eléctricos, e com quaisquer práticas comuns que possam prevenir possíveis
acidentes.
¡Atención! Este símbolo de aviso significa peligro. Existe riesgo para su

integridad física. Antes de manipular cualquier equipo, considerar los riesgos
que entraña la corriente eléctrica y familiarizarse con los procedimientos
estándar de prevención de accidentes.

Appendix A: Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information for the MX480 Router
Varning! Denna varningssymbol signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation

som kan leda till personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning
måste du vara medveten om farorna med elkretsar och känna till vanligt
förfarande för att förebygga skador.
Related • General Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 246
Documentation
• General Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 264
• DC Power Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 272
General Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices
The following guidelines help ensure your safety and protect the hardware equipment
from damage. The list of guidelines might not address all potentially hazardous situations
in your working environment, so be alert and exercise good judgment at all times.
• Perform only the procedures explicitly described in this documentation. Make sure that
only authorized service personnel perform other system services.
• Keep the area around the chassis clear and free from dust before, during, and after
installation.
• Keep tools away from areas where people could trip over them while walking.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, such as rings, bracelets, or chains, which could
become caught in the chassis.
• Wear safety glasses if you are working under any conditions that could be hazardous
to your eyes.
• Do not perform any actions that create a potential hazard to people or make the
equipment unsafe.
• Never attempt to lift an object that is too heavy for one person to handle.
• Never install or manipulate wiring during electrical storms.
• Never install electrical jacks in wet locations unless the jacks are specifically designed
for wet environments.
• Operate the hardware equipment only when the chassis is properly grounded.
• Do not open or remove chassis covers or sheet metal parts unless instructions are
provided in this documentation. Such an action could cause severe electrical shock.
• Do not push or force any objects through any opening in the chassis frame. Such an
action could result in electrical shock or fire.

• Avoid spilling liquid onto the chassis or onto any hardware component. Such an action
could cause electrical shock or damage the hardware equipment.
• Avoid touching uninsulated electrical wires or terminals that have not been
disconnected from their power source. Such an action could cause electrical shock.
Documentation
General Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices
• Qualified Personnel Warning on page 246

• Restricted Access Area Warning on page 247
Qualified Personnel Warning
WARNING: Only trained and qualified personnel should install or replace the
hardware equipment.
Waarschuwing Installatie en reparaties mogen uitsluitend door getraind en

bevoegd personeel uitgevoerd worden.
Varoitus Ainoastaan koulutettu ja pätevä henkilökunta saa asentaa tai vaihtaa

tämän laitteen.
Attention Tout installation ou remplacement de l'appareil doit être réalisé

par du personnel qualifié et compétent.
Warnung Gerät nur von geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal installieren oder

auswechseln lassen.
Avvertenza Solo personale addestrato e qualificato deve essere autorizzato

ad installare o sostituire questo apparecchio.
Advarsel Kun kvalifisert personell med riktig opplæring bør montere eller
bytte ut dette utstyret.
Aviso Este equipamento deverá ser instalado ou substituído apenas por

pessoal devidamente treinado e qualificado.
¡Atención! Estos equipos deben ser instalados y reemplazados

exclusivamente por personal técnico adecuadamente preparado y capacitado.
Varning! Denna utrustning ska endast installeras och bytas ut av utbildad

och kvalificerad personal.

Restricted Access Area Warning
WARNING: The hardware equipment is intended for installation in restricted

access areas. A restricted access area is an area to which access can be
gained only by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and
key, or other means of security, and which is controlled by the authority
responsible for the location.
Waarschuwing Dit toestel is bedoeld voor installatie op plaatsen met beperkte

toegang. Een plaats met beperkte toegang is een plaats waar toegang slechts
door servicepersoneel verkregen kan worden door middel van een speciaal
instrument, een slot en sleutel, of een ander veiligheidsmiddel, en welke
beheerd wordt door de overheidsinstantie die verantwoordelijk is voor de
locatie.
Varoitus Tämä laite on tarkoitettu asennettavaksi paikkaan, johon pääsy on

rajoitettua. Paikka, johon pääsy on rajoitettua, tarkoittaa paikkaa, johon vain
huoltohenkilöstö pääsee jonkin erikoistyökalun, lukkoon sopivan avaimen
tai jonkin muun turvalaitteen avulla ja joka on paikasta vastuussa olevien
toimivaltaisten henkilöiden valvoma.
Attention Cet appareil est à installer dans des zones d'accès réservé. Ces
dernières sont des zones auxquelles seul le personnel de service peut accéder
en utilisant un outil spécial, un mécanisme de verrouillage et une clé, ou tout
autre moyen de sécurité. L'accès aux zones de sécurité est sous le contrôle
de l'autorité responsable de l'emplacement.
Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem

Zutritt vorgesehen. Ein Bereich mit beschränktem Zutritt ist ein Bereich, zu
dem nur Wartungspersonal mit einem Spezialwerkzeugs, Schloß und
Schlüssel oder anderer Sicherheitsvorkehrungen Zugang hat, und der von
dem für die Anlage zuständigen Gremium kontrolliert wird.
Avvertenza Questa unità deve essere installata in un'area ad accesso limitato.

Un'area ad accesso limitato è un'area accessibile solo a personale di
assistenza tramite un'attrezzo speciale, lucchetto, o altri dispositivi di
sicurezza, ed è controllata dall'autorità responsabile della zona.
Advarsel Denne enheten er laget for installasjon i områder med begrenset

adgang. Et område med begrenset adgang gir kun adgang til servicepersonale
som bruker et spesielt verktøy, lås og nøkkel, eller en annen
sikkerhetsanordning, og det kontrolleres av den autoriteten som er ansvarlig
for området.
Aviso Esta unidade foi concebida para instalação em áreas de acesso restrito.
Uma área de acesso restrito é uma área à qual apenas tem acesso o pessoal
de serviço autorizado, que possua uma ferramenta, chave e fechadura
especial, ou qualquer outra forma de segurança. Esta área é controlada pela
autoridade responsável pelo local.

¡Atención! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalarse en áreas de acceso

restringido. Área de acceso restringido significa un área a la que solamente
tiene acceso el personal de servicio mediante la utilización de una herramienta
especial, cerradura con llave, o algún otro medio de seguridad, y que está
bajo el control de la autoridad responsable del local.
Varning! Denna enhet är avsedd för installation i områden med begränsat

tillträde. Ett område med begränsat tillträde får endast tillträdas av
servicepersonal med ett speciellt verktyg, lås och nyckel, eller annan
säkerhetsanordning, och kontrolleras av den auktoritet som ansvarar för
området.
Related • Installation Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 250
Documentation
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage to an MX480 Router
Many router hardware components are sensitive to damage from static electricity. Some
components can be impaired by voltages as low as 30 V. You can easily generate
potentially damaging static voltages whenever you handle plastic or foam packing
material or if you move components across plastic or carpets. Observe the following
guidelines to minimize the potential for electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which
can cause intermittent or complete component failures:
• Always use an ESD wrist strap or ankle strap, and make sure that it is in direct contact
with your skin.
CAUTION: For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the ESD
strap. The measurement should be in the range of 1 to 10 Mohms.
• When handling any component that is removed from the chassis, make sure the
equipment end of your ESD strap is attached to one of the electrostatic discharge
points on the chassis.
• Avoid contact between the component and your clothing. ESD voltages emitted from
clothing can still damage components.
• When removing or installing a component, always place it component-side up on an

antistatic surface, in an antistatic card rack, or in an electrostatic bagFigure 125 on
page 249 . If you are returning a component, place it in an electrostatic bag before packing
it.

Figure 125: Placing a Component into an Electrostatic Bag
Related • General Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices on page 245
Documentation
• Fire Safety Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices on page 249
• General Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings Electrical Codes for M Series, MX
Series, and T Series Routers on page 268
Fire Safety Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices
• General Fire Safety Requirements on page 249

• Fire Suppression on page 249
• Fire Suppression Equipment on page 250
General Fire Safety Requirements

In the event of a fire emergency involving network devices, the safety of people is the
primary concern. Establish procedures for protecting people in a fire emergency, provide
safety training, and properly provision fire-control equipment and fire extinguishers.
In addition, establish procedures to protect your equipment in a fire emergency. Juniper

Networks products should be installed in an environment suitable for electronic
equipment. We recommend that fire suppression equipment be available in the event
of a fire in the vicinity of the equipment, and that you observe all local fire, safety, and
electrical codes and ordinances when installing and operating your equipment.
Fire Suppression
In the event of an electrical hazard or an electrical fire, first turn power off to the equipment
at the source. Then use a Type C fire extinguisher, which uses noncorrosive fire retardants,
to extinguish the fire.

Fire Suppression Equipment

Type C fire extinguishers, which use noncorrosive fire retardants such as carbon dioxide
(CO ) and Halotron, are most effective for suppressing electrical fires. Type C fire
2
extinguishers displace the oxygen from the point of combustion to eliminate the fire. For
extinguishing fire on or around equipment that draws air from the environment for cooling,
use this type of inert oxygen displacement extinguisher instead of an extinguisher that
leave residues on equipment.
Do not use multipurpose Type ABC chemical fire extinguishers (dry chemical fire
extinguishers) near Juniper Networks devices. The primary ingredient in these fire
extinguishers is monoammonium phosphate, which is very sticky and difficult to clean.
In addition, in minute amounts of moisture, monoammonium phosphate can become
highly corrosive and corrodes most metals.
Any equipment in a room in which a chemical fire extinguisher has been discharged is
subject to premature failure and unreliable operation. The equipment is considered to
be irreparably damaged.
NOTE: To keep warranties effective, do not use a dry chemical fire extinguisher
to control a fire at or near a Juniper Networks device. If a dry chemical fire
extinguisher is used, the unit is no longer eligible for coverage under a service
agreement.
We recommend that you dispose of any irreparably damaged equipment in an

environmentally responsible manner.
Documentation
Installation Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices
Observe the following warnings before and during hardware equipment installation:
• Installation Instructions Warning on page 250

• Rack-Mounting Requirements and Warnings on page 251
• Ramp Warning on page 255
Installation Instructions Warning
WARNING: Read the installation instructions before you connect the hardware
equipment to a power source.

Waarschuwing Raadpleeg de installatie-aanwijzingen voordat u het systeem

met de voeding verbindt.
Varoitus Lue asennusohjeet ennen järjestelmän yhdistämistä virtalähteeseen.
Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter

les directives d'installation.
Warnung Lesen Sie die Installationsanweisungen, bevor Sie das System an

die Stromquelle anschließen.
Avvertenza Consultare le istruzioni di installazione prima di collegare il sistema

all'alimentatore.
Advarsel Les installasjonsinstruksjonene før systemet kobles til strømkilden.
Aviso Leia as instruções de instalação antes de ligar o sistema à sua fonte

de energia.
¡Atención! Ver las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema

a la red de alimentación.
Varning! Läs installationsanvisningarna innan du kopplar systemet till dess

strömförsörjningsenhet.
Rack-Mounting Requirements and Warnings

Ensure that the equipment rack into which the chassis is installed is evenly and securely
supported, to avoid the hazardous condition that could result from uneven mechanical
loading.
WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing the chassis

in a rack, take the following precautions to ensure that the system remains
stable. The following directives help maintain your safety:
• The chassis must be installed into a rack that is secured to the building
structure.
• The chassis should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only
unit in the rack.
• When mounting the chassis in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the
bottom to the top, with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before
mounting the chassis in the rack or servicing the hardware equipment.

Waarschuwing Om lichamelijk letsel te voorkomen wanneer u dit toestel in

een rek monteert of het daar een servicebeurt geeft, moet u speciale
voorzorgsmaatregelen nemen om ervoor te zorgen dat het toestel stabiel
blijft. De onderstaande richtlijnen worden verstrekt om uw veiligheid te
verzekeren:
• De router moet in een stellage worden geïnstalleerd die aan een bouwsel
is verankerd.
• Dit toestel dient onderaan in het rek gemonteerd te worden als het toestel
het enige in het rek is.
• Wanneer u dit toestel in een gedeeltelijk gevuld rek monteert, dient u het
rek van onderen naar boven te laden met het zwaarste onderdeel onderaan
in het rek.
• Als het rek voorzien is van stabiliseringshulpmiddelen, dient u de

stabilisatoren te monteren voordat u het toestel in het rek monteert of het
daar een servicebeurt geeft.
Varoitus Kun laite asetetaan telineeseen tai huolletaan sen ollessa telineessä,
on noudatettava erityisiä varotoimia järjestelmän vakavuuden säilyttämiseksi,
jotta vältytään loukkaantumiselta. Noudata seuraavia turvallisuusohjeita:
• Router on asennettava telineeseen, joka on kiinnitetty rakennukseen.
• Jos telineessä ei ole muita laitteita, aseta laite telineen alaosaan.
• Jos laite asetetaan osaksi täytettyyn telineeseen, aloita kuormittaminen

sen alaosasta kaikkein raskaimmalla esineellä ja siirry sitten sen yläosaan.
• Jos telinettä varten on vakaimet, asenna ne ennen laitteen asettamista

telineeseen tai sen huoltamista siinä.
Attention Pour éviter toute blessure corporelle pendant les opérations de

montage ou de réparation de cette unité en casier, il convient de prendre des
précautions spéciales afin de maintenir la stabilité du système. Les directives
ci-dessous sont destinées à assurer la protection du personnel:
• Le rack sur lequel est monté le router doit être fixé à la structure du
bâtiment.
• Si cette unité constitue la seule unité montée en casier, elle doit être placée
dans le bas.
• Si cette unité est montée dans un casier partiellement rempli, charger le

casier de bas en haut en plaçant l'élément le plus lourd dans le bas.
• Si le casier est équipé de dispositifs stabilisateurs, installer les stabilisateurs

avant de monter ou de réparer l'unité en casier.
Warnung Zur Vermeidung von Körperverletzung beim Anbringen oder Warten

dieser Einheit in einem Gestell müssen Sie besondere Vorkehrungen treffen,

um sicherzustellen, daß das System stabil bleibt. Die folgenden Richtlinien

sollen zur Gewährleistung Ihrer Sicherheit dienen:
• Der router muß in einem Gestell installiert werden, das in der

Gebäudestruktur verankert ist.
• Wenn diese Einheit die einzige im Gestell ist, sollte sie unten im Gestell
angebracht werden.
• Bei Anbringung dieser Einheit in einem zum Teil gefüllten Gestell ist das
Gestell von unten nach oben zu laden, wobei das schwerste Bauteil unten
im Gestell anzubringen ist.
• Wird das Gestell mit Stabilisierungszubehör geliefert, sind zuerst die

Stabilisatoren zu installieren, bevor Sie die Einheit im Gestell anbringen
oder sie warten.
Avvertenza Per evitare infortuni fisici durante il montaggio o la manutenzione

di questa unità in un supporto, occorre osservare speciali precauzioni per
garantire che il sistema rimanga stabile. Le seguenti direttive vengono fornite
per garantire la sicurezza personale:
• Il router deve essere installato in un telaio, il quale deve essere fissato alla
struttura dell'edificio.
• Questa unità deve venire montata sul fondo del supporto, se si tratta
dell'unica unità da montare nel supporto.
• Quando questa unità viene montata in un supporto parzialmente pieno,

caricare il supporto dal basso all'alto, con il componente più pesante
sistemato sul fondo del supporto.
• Se il supporto è dotato di dispositivi stabilizzanti, installare tali dispositivi

prima di montare o di procedere alla manutenzione dell'unità nel supporto.
Advarsel Unngå fysiske skader under montering eller reparasjonsarbeid på

denne enheten når den befinner seg i et kabinett. Vær nøye med at systemet
er stabilt. Følgende retningslinjer er gitt for å verne om sikkerheten:
• Router må installeres i et stativ som er forankret til bygningsstrukturen.
• Denne enheten bør monteres nederst i kabinettet hvis dette er den eneste
enheten i kabinettet.
• Ved montering av denne enheten i et kabinett som er delvis fylt, skal

kabinettet lastes fra bunnen og opp med den tyngste komponenten nederst
i kabinettet.
• Hvis kabinettet er utstyrt med stabiliseringsutstyr, skal stabilisatorene

installeres før montering eller utføring av reparasjonsarbeid på enheten i
kabinettet.
Aviso Para se prevenir contra danos corporais ao montar ou reparar esta

unidade numa estante, deverá tomar precauções especiais para se certificar

de que o sistema possui um suporte estável. As seguintes directrizes

ajudá-lo-ão a efectuar o seu trabalho com segurança:
• O router deverá ser instalado numa prateleira fixa à estrutura do edificio.
• Esta unidade deverá ser montada na parte inferior da estante, caso seja
esta a única unidade a ser montada.
• Ao montar esta unidade numa estante parcialmente ocupada, coloque os

itens mais pesados na parte inferior da estante, arrumando-os de baixo
para cima.
• Se a estante possuir um dispositivo de estabilização, instale-o antes de

montar ou reparar a unidade.
¡Atención! Para evitar lesiones durante el montaje de este equipo sobre un

bastidor, o posteriormente durante su mantenimiento, se debe poner mucho
cuidado en que el sistema quede bien estable. Para garantizar su seguridad,
proceda según las siguientes instrucciones:
• El router debe instalarse en un bastidor fijado a la estructura del edificio.
• Colocar el equipo en la parte inferior del bastidor, cuando sea la única

unidad en el mismo.
• Cuando este equipo se vaya a instalar en un bastidor parcialmente ocupado,

comenzar la instalación desde la parte inferior hacia la superior colocando
el equipo más pesado en la parte inferior.
• Si el bastidor dispone de dispositivos estabilizadores, instalar éstos antes

de montar o proceder al mantenimiento del equipo instalado en el bastidor.
Varning! För att undvika kroppsskada när du installerar eller utför

underhållsarbete på denna enhet på en ställning måste du vidta särskilda
försiktighetsåtgärder för att försäkra dig om att systemet står stadigt. Följande
riktlinjer ges för att trygga din säkerhet:
• Router måste installeras i en ställning som är förankrad i byggnadens

struktur.
• Om denna enhet är den enda enheten på ställningen skall den installeras

längst ned på ställningen.
• Om denna enhet installeras på en delvis fylld ställning skall ställningen

fyllas nedifrån och upp, med de tyngsta enheterna längst ned på ställningen.
• Om ställningen är försedd med stabiliseringsdon skall dessa monteras fast

innan enheten installeras eller underhålls på ställningen.

Ramp Warning
WARNING: When installing the hardware equipment, do not use a ramp

inclined at more than 10 degrees.
Waarschuwing Gebruik een oprijplaat niet onder een hoek van meer dan 10
graden.
Varoitus Älä käytä sellaista kaltevaa pintaa, jonka kaltevuus ylittää 10 astetta.
Attention Ne pas utiliser une rampe dont l'inclinaison est supérieure à 10

degrés.
Warnung Keine Rampen mit einer Neigung von mehr als 10 Grad verwenden.
Avvertenza Non usare una rampa con pendenza superiore a 10 gradi.
Advarsel Bruk aldri en rampe som heller mer enn 10 grader.
Aviso Não utilize uma rampa com uma inclinação superior a 10 graus.
¡Atención! No usar una rampa inclinada más de 10 grados
Varning! Använd inte ramp med en lutning på mer än 10 grader.
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MX480 Chassis Lifting Guidelines
The weight of a fully configured chassis is about 163.5 lb (74.2 kg). Observe the following
guidelines for lifting and moving the router:
• Before moving the router, verify that the intended site meets the specified power,
environmental, and clearance requirements.
• Do not attempt to lift a fully configured router by yourself. Using a mechanical lift to
maneuver the router into a rack is recommended. If a lift cannot be used, a minimum
of two people must lift the router, and you must remove components from the chassis
before lifting.

To lift routing devices and components, use the following lifting guidelines:
• Up to 39.7 lbs (18 kg) 1 person lift.
• 39.7 lbs (18 kg) to 70.5 lbs (32 kg) 2 or more person lift.
• 70.5 lbs (32 kg) to 121.2 lbs (55 kg) 3 or more person lift.
• Above 121.2 lbs (55 kg) material handling systems (such as levers, slings, lifts and
so on) must be used. When this is not practical, specially-trained persons or systems
must be used (riggers or movers).
• Before lifting or moving the router, disconnect all external cables.
• As when lifting any heavy object, lift most of the weight with your legs rather than your
back. Keep your knees bent and your back relatively straight and avoid twisting your
body as you lift. Balance the load evenly and be sure that your footing is solid.

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General Laser Safety Guidelines for Juniper Networks Devices
Devices with single-mode optical interfaces are equipped with laser transmitters, which
are considered a Class 1 Laser Product by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and
are evaluated as a Class 1 Laser Product according to EN 60825–1 +A11 +A2 requirements.
When working around devices with optical interfaces, observe the following safety
guidelines to prevent eye injury:
• Do not look into unterminated ports or at fibers that connect to unknown sources.
• Do not examine unterminated optical ports with optical instruments.
• Avoid direct exposure to the beam.
WARNING: Unterminated optical connectors can emit invisible laser

radiation. The lens in the human eye focuses all the laser power on the
retina, so focusing the eye directly on a laser source—even a low-power
laser—could permanently damage the eye.
Related • Laser Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 257
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Laser Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices
• Class 1 Laser Product Warning on page 257

• Class 1 LED Product Warning on page 257
• Laser Beam Warning on page 258
• Radiation from Open Port Apertures Warning on page 258
Class 1 Laser Product Warning
WARNING: Class 1 laser product.
Waarschuwing Klasse-1 laser produkt.
Varoitus Luokan 1 lasertuote.
Attention Produit laser de classe I.
Warnung Laserprodukt der Klasse 1.
Avvertenza Prodotto laser di Classe 1.
Advarsel Laserprodukt av klasse 1.
Aviso Produto laser de classe 1.
¡Atención! Producto láser Clase I.
Varning! Laserprodukt av klass 1.
Class 1 LED Product Warning
WARNING: Class 1 LED product.
Waarschuwing Klasse 1 LED-product.
Varoitus Luokan 1 valodiodituote.
Attention Alarme de produit LED Class I.
Warnung Class 1 LED-Produktwarnung.
Avvertenza Avvertenza prodotto LED di Classe 1.
Advarsel LED-produkt i klasse 1.
Aviso Produto de classe 1 com LED.
¡Atención! Aviso sobre producto LED de Clase 1.
Varning! Lysdiodprodukt av klass 1.

Laser Beam Warning
WARNING: Do not stare into the laser beam or view it directly with optical
instruments.
Waarschuwing Niet in de straal staren of hem rechtstreeks bekijken met

optische instrumenten.
Varoitus Älä katso säteeseen äläkä tarkastele sitä suoraan optisen laitteen
avulla.
Attention Ne pas fixer le faisceau des yeux, ni l'observer directement à l'aide

d'instruments optiques.
Warnung Nicht direkt in den Strahl blicken und ihn nicht direkt mit optischen
Geräten prüfen.
Avvertenza Non fissare il raggio con gli occhi né usare strumenti ottici per
osservarlo direttamente.
Advarsel Stirr eller se ikke direkte p strlen med optiske instrumenter.
Aviso Não olhe fixamente para o raio, nem olhe para ele directamente com
instrumentos ópticos.
¡Atención! No mirar fijamente el haz ni observarlo directamente con

instrumentos ópticos.
Varning! Rikta inte blicken in mot strålen och titta inte direkt på den genom
optiska instrument.
Radiation from Open Port Apertures Warning
WARNING: Because invisible radiation may be emitted from the aperture of

the port when no fiber cable is connected, avoid exposure to radiation and
do not stare into open apertures.
Waarschuwing Aangezien onzichtbare straling vanuit de opening van de

poort kan komen als er geen fiberkabel aangesloten is, dient blootstelling
aan straling en het kijken in open openingen vermeden te worden.
Varoitus Koska portin aukosta voi emittoitua näkymätöntä säteilyä, kun

kuitukaapelia ei ole kytkettynä, vältä säteilylle altistumista äläkä katso
avoimiin aukkoihin.
Attention Des radiations invisibles à l'il nu pouvant traverser l'ouverture du

port lorsqu'aucun câble en fibre optique n'y est connecté, il est recommandé
de ne pas regarder fixement l'intérieur de ces ouvertures.

Warnung Aus der Port-Öffnung können unsichtbare Strahlen emittieren,

wenn kein Glasfaserkabel angeschlossen ist. Vermeiden Sie es, sich den
Strahlungen auszusetzen, und starren Sie nicht in die Öffnungen!
Avvertenza Quando i cavi in fibra non sono inseriti, radiazioni invisibili possono
essere emesse attraverso l'apertura della porta. Evitate di esporvi alle
radiazioni e non guardate direttamente nelle aperture.
Advarsel Unngå utsettelse for stråling, og stirr ikke inn i åpninger som er åpne,
fordi usynlig stråling kan emiteres fra portens åpning når det ikke er tilkoblet
en fiberkabel.
Aviso Dada a possibilidade de emissão de radiação invisível através do orifício

da via de acesso, quando esta não tiver nenhum cabo de fibra conectado,
deverá evitar a exposição à radiação e não deverá olhar fixamente para
orifícios que se encontrarem a descoberto.
¡Atención! Debido a que la apertura del puerto puede emitir radiación invisible
cuando no existe un cable de fibra conectado, evite mirar directamente a las
aperturas para no exponerse a la radiación.
Varning! Osynlig strålning kan avges från en portöppning utan ansluten

fiberkabel och du bör därför undvika att bli utsatt för strålning genom att inte
stirra in i oskyddade öppningar.
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Maintenance and Operational Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices
As you maintain the hardware equipment, observe the following warnings:
• Battery Handling Warning on page 259

• Jewelry Removal Warning on page 260
• Lightning Activity Warning on page 262
• Operating Temperature Warning on page 262
• Product Disposal Warning on page 263
Battery Handling Warning
WARNING: Replacing the battery incorrectly might result in an explosion.

Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.

Waarschuwing Er is ontploffingsgevaar als de batterij verkeerd vervangen

wordt. Vervang de batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type dat
door de fabrikant aanbevolen is. Gebruikte batterijen dienen overeenkomstig
fabrieksvoorschriften weggeworpen te worden.
Varoitus Räjähdyksen vaara, jos akku on vaihdettu väärään akkuun. Käytä

vaihtamiseen ainoastaan saman- tai vastaavantyyppistä akkua, joka on
valmistajan suosittelema. Hävitä käytetyt akut valmistajan ohjeiden mukaan.
Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement.

Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent,
recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux
instructions du fabricant.
Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr.

Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller
empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den
Anweisungen des Herstellers.
Avvertenza Pericolo di esplosione se la batteria non è installata

correttamente. Sostituire solo con una di tipo uguale o equivalente, consigliata
dal produttore. Eliminare le batterie usate secondo le istruzioni del produttore.
Advarsel Det kan være fare for eksplosjon hvis batteriet skiftes på feil måte.
Skift kun med samme eller tilsvarende type som er anbefalt av produsenten.
Kasser brukte batterier i henhold til produsentens instruksjoner.
Aviso Existe perigo de explosão se a bateria for substituída incorrectamente.

Substitua a bateria por uma bateria igual ou de um tipo equivalente
recomendado pelo fabricante. Destrua as baterias usadas conforme as
instruções do fabricante.
¡Atención! Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se reemplaza de manera

incorrecta. Reemplazar la batería exclusivamente con el mismo tipo o el
equivalente recomendado por el fabricante. Desechar las baterías gastadas
según las instrucciones del fabricante.
Varning! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Ersätt endast batteriet med

samma batterityp som rekommenderas av tillverkaren eller motsvarande.
Följ tillverkarens anvisningar vid kassering av använda batterier.
Jewelry Removal Warning
WARNING: Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines,

remove jewelry, including rings, necklaces, and watches. Metal objects heat
up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or
weld the metal object to the terminals.

Waarschuwing Alvorens aan apparatuur te werken die met elektrische

leidingen is verbonden, sieraden (inclusief ringen, kettingen en horloges)
verwijderen. Metalen voorwerpen worden warm wanneer ze met stroom en
aarde zijn verbonden, en kunnen ernstige brandwonden veroorzaken of het
metalen voorwerp aan de aansluitklemmen lassen.
Varoitus Ennen kuin työskentelet voimavirtajohtoihin kytkettyjen laitteiden

parissa, ota pois kaikki korut (sormukset, kaulakorut ja kellot mukaan lukien).
Metalliesineet kuumenevat, kun ne ovat yhteydessä sähkövirran ja maan
kanssa, ja ne voivat aiheuttaa vakavia palovammoja tai hitsata metalliesineet
kiinni liitäntänapoihin.
Attention Avant d'accéder à cet équipement connecté aux lignes électriques,

ôter tout bijou (anneaux, colliers et montres compris). Lorsqu'ils sont branchés
à l'alimentation et reliés à la terre, les objets métalliques chauffent, ce qui
peut provoquer des blessures graves ou souder l'objet métallique aux bornes.
Warnung Vor der Arbeit an Geräten, die an das Netz angeschlossen sind,
jeglichen Schmuck (einschließlich Ringe, Ketten und Uhren) abnehmen.
Metallgegenstände erhitzen sich, wenn sie an das Netz und die Erde
angeschlossen werden, und können schwere Verbrennungen verursachen
oder an die Anschlußklemmen angeschweißt werden.
Avvertenza Prima di intervenire su apparecchiature collegate alle linee di

alimentazione, togliersi qualsiasi monile (inclusi anelli, collane, braccialetti
ed orologi). Gli oggetti metallici si riscaldano quando sono collegati tra punti
di alimentazione e massa: possono causare ustioni gravi oppure il metallo
può saldarsi ai terminali.
Advarsel Fjern alle smykker (inkludert ringer, halskjeder og klokker) før du

skal arbeide på utstyr som er koblet til kraftledninger. Metallgjenstander som
er koblet til kraftledninger og jord blir svært varme og kan forårsake alvorlige
brannskader eller smelte fast til polene.
Aviso Antes de trabalhar em equipamento que esteja ligado a linhas de

corrente, retire todas as jóias que estiver a usar (incluindo anéis, fios e
relógios). Os objectos metálicos aquecerão em contacto com a corrente e
em contacto com a ligação à terra, podendo causar queimaduras graves ou
ficarem soldados aos terminais.
¡Atención! Antes de operar sobre equipos conectados a líneas de

alimentación, quitarse las joyas (incluidos anillos, collares y relojes). Los
objetos de metal se calientan cuando se conectan a la alimentación y a tierra,
lo que puede ocasionar quemaduras graves o que los objetos metálicos
queden soldados a los bornes.
Varning! Tag av alla smycken (inklusive ringar, halsband och armbandsur)

innan du arbetar på utrustning som är kopplad till kraftledningar. Metallobjekt
hettas upp när de kopplas ihop med ström och jord och kan förorsaka

allvarliga brännskador; metallobjekt kan också sammansvetsas med

kontakterna.
Lightning Activity Warning
WARNING: Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during

periods of lightning activity.
Waarschuwing Tijdens onweer dat gepaard gaat met bliksem, dient u niet
aan het systeem te werken of kabels aan te sluiten of te ontkoppelen.
Varoitus Älä työskentele järjestelmän parissa äläkä yhdistä tai irrota

kaapeleita ukkosilmalla.
Attention Ne pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ou débrancher les

câbles pendant un orage.
Warnung Arbeiten Sie nicht am System und schließen Sie keine Kabel an
bzw. trennen Sie keine ab, wenn es gewittert.
Avvertenza Non lavorare sul sistema o collegare oppure scollegare i cavi

durante un temporale con fulmini.
Advarsel Utfør aldri arbeid på systemet, eller koble kabler til eller fra systemet
når det tordner eller lyner.
Aviso Não trabalhe no sistema ou ligue e desligue cabos durante períodos

de mau tempo (trovoada).
¡Atención! No operar el sistema ni conectar o desconectar cables durante el

transcurso de descargas eléctricas en la atmósfera.
Varning! Vid åska skall du aldrig utföra arbete på systemet eller ansluta eller
koppla loss kablar.
Operating Temperature Warning
WARNING: To prevent the hardware equipment from overheating, do not

operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient
ο ο
temperature of 104 F (40 C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least
6 inches (15.2 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings.
Waarschuwing Om te voorkomen dat welke router van de router dan ook

oververhit raakt, dient u deze niet te bedienen op een plaats waar de maximale
ο
aanbevolen omgevingstemperatuur van 40 C wordt overschreden. Om te
voorkomen dat de luchtstroom wordt beperkt, dient er minstens 15,2 cm
speling rond de ventilatie-openingen te zijn.

Varoitus Ettei router-sarjan reititin ylikuumentuisi, sitä ei saa käyttää tilassa,

ο
jonka lämpötila ylittää korkeimman suositellun ympäristölämpötilan 40 C.
Ettei ilmanvaihto estyisi, tuuletusaukkojen ympärille on jätettävä ainakin 15,2
cm tilaa.
Attention Pour éviter toute surchauffe des routeurs de la gamme router, ne

l'utilisez pas dans une zone où la température ambiante est supérieure à 40
ο
C. Pour permettre un flot d'air constant, dégagez un espace d'au moins 15,2
cm autour des ouvertures de ventilations.
Warnung Um einen router der router vor Überhitzung zu schützen, darf dieser
nicht in einer Gegend betrieben werden, in der die Umgebungstemperatur
ο
das empfohlene Maximum von 40 C überschreitet. Um Lüftungsverschluß
zu verhindern, achten Sie darauf, daß mindestens 15,2 cm lichter Raum um
die Lüftungsöffnungen herum frei bleibt.
Avvertenza Per evitare il surriscaldamento dei router, non adoperateli in un

ο
locale che ecceda la temperatura ambientale massima di 40 C. Per evitare
che la circolazione dell'aria sia impedita, lasciate uno spazio di almeno 15.2
cm di fronte alle aperture delle ventole.
Advarsel Unngå overoppheting av eventuelle rutere i router Disse skal ikke

brukes på steder der den anbefalte maksimale omgivelsestemperaturen
ο ο
overstiger 40 C (104 F). Sørg for at klaringen rundt lufteåpningene er minst
15,2 cm (6 tommer) for å forhindre nedsatt luftsirkulasjon.
Aviso Para evitar o sobreaquecimento do encaminhador router, não utilize

este equipamento numa área que exceda a temperatura máxima
ο
recomendada de 40 C. Para evitar a restrição à circulação de ar, deixe pelo
menos um espaço de 15,2 cm à volta das aberturas de ventilação.
¡Atención! Para impedir que un encaminador de la serie router se recaliente,

no lo haga funcionar en un área en la que se supere la temperatura ambiente
ο
máxima recomendada de 40 C. Para impedir la restricción de la entrada de
aire, deje un espacio mínimo de 15,2 cm alrededor de las aperturas para
ventilación.
Varning! Förhindra att en router överhettas genom att inte använda den i ett
område där den maximalt rekommenderade omgivningstemperaturen på
ο
40 C överskrids. Förhindra att luftcirkulationen inskränks genom att se till
att det finns fritt utrymme på minst 15,2 cm omkring ventilationsöppningarna.
Product Disposal Warning
WARNING: Disposal of this product must be handled according to all national

laws and regulations.

Waarschuwing Dit produkt dient volgens alle landelijke wetten en

voorschriften te worden afgedankt.
Varoitus Tämän tuotteen lopullisesta hävittämisestä tulee huolehtia kaikkia

valtakunnallisia lakeja ja säännöksiä noudattaen.
Attention La mise au rebut définitive de ce produit doit être effectuée

conformément à toutes les lois et réglementations en vigueur.
Warnung Dieses Produkt muß den geltenden Gesetzen und Vorschriften

entsprechend entsorgt werden.
Avvertenza L'eliminazione finale di questo prodotto deve essere eseguita

osservando le normative italiane vigenti in materia
Advarsel Endelig disponering av dette produktet må skje i henhold til nasjonale

lover og forskrifter.
Aviso A descartagem final deste produto deverá ser efectuada de acordo

com os regulamentos e a legislação nacional.
¡Atención! El desecho final de este producto debe realizarse según todas las
leyes y regulaciones nacionales
Varning! Slutlig kassering av denna produkt bör skötas i enlighet med landets
alla lagar och föreskrifter.
Documentation
Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings for the MX480 Router
• In Case of an Electrical Accident on page 268
• General Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings Electrical Codes for M Series, MX
Series, and T Series Routers on page 268
• TN Power Warning for M Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers on page 269
• MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings on page 270
• MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings on page 271
General Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices

• Grounded Equipment Warning on page 265
• Grounding Requirements and Warning on page 265
• Midplane Energy Hazard Warning on page 266

• Multiple Power Supplies Disconnection Warning on page 266

• Power Disconnection Warning on page 267
Grounded Equipment Warning
WARNING: The network device is intended to be grounded. Ensure that the

network device is connected to earth ground during normal use.
Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur hoort geaard te worden Zorg dat de

host-computer tijdens normaal gebruik met aarde is verbonden.
Varoitus Tämä laitteisto on tarkoitettu maadoitettavaksi. Varmista, että

isäntälaite on yhdistetty maahan normaalikäytön aikana.
Attention Cet équipement doit être relié à la terre. S'assurer que l'appareil
hôte est relié à la terre lors de l'utilisation normale.
Warnung Dieses Gerät muß geerdet werden. Stellen Sie sicher, daß das
Host-Gerät während des normalen Betriebs an Erde gelegt ist.
Avvertenza Questa apparecchiatura deve essere collegata a massa. Accertarsi

che il dispositivo host sia collegato alla massa di terra durante il normale
utilizzo.
Advarsel Dette utstyret skal jordes. Forviss deg om vertsterminalen er jordet

ved normalt bruk.
Aviso Este equipamento deverá estar ligado à terra. Certifique-se que o host
se encontra ligado à terra durante a sua utilização normal.
¡Atención! Este equipo debe conectarse a tierra. Asegurarse de que el equipo

principal esté conectado a tierra durante el uso normal.
Varning! Denna utrustning är avsedd att jordas. Se till att värdenheten är

jordad vid normal användning.
Grounding Requirements and Warning
An insulated grounding conductor that is identical in size to the grounded and ungrounded
branch circuit supply conductors, but is identifiable by green and yellow stripes, is installed
as part of the branch circuit that supplies the unit. The grounding conductor is a separately
derived system at the supply transformer or motor generator set.
WARNING: When installing the network device, you must always make the
ground connection first and disconnect it last.
Waarschuwing Bij de installatie van het toestel moet de aardverbinding altijd

het eerste worden gemaakt en het laatste worden losgemaakt.

Varoitus Laitetta asennettaessa on maahan yhdistäminen aina tehtävä

ensiksi ja maadoituksen irti kytkeminen viimeiseksi.
Attention Lors de l'installation de l'appareil, la mise à la terre doit toujours

être connectée en premier et déconnectée en dernier.
Warnung Der Erdanschluß muß bei der Installation der Einheit immer zuerst
hergestellt und zuletzt abgetrennt werden.
Avvertenza In fase di installazione dell'unità, eseguire sempre per primo il

collegamento a massa e disconnetterlo per ultimo.
Advarsel Når enheten installeres, må jordledningen alltid tilkobles først og

frakobles sist.
Aviso Ao instalar a unidade, a ligação à terra deverá ser sempre a primeira a

ser ligada, e a última a ser desligada.
¡Atención! Al instalar el equipo, conectar la tierra la primera y desconectarla

la última.
Varning! Vid installation av enheten måste jordledningen alltid anslutas först

och kopplas bort sist.
Midplane Energy Hazard Warning
WARNING: High levels of electrical energy are distributed across the midplane.
Be careful not to contact the midplane connectors, or any component
connected to the midplane, with any metallic object while servicing
components.
Multiple Power Supplies Disconnection Warning
WARNING: The network device has more than one power supply connection.
All connections must be removed completely to remove power from the unit
completely.
Waarschuwing Deze eenheid heeft meer dan één stroomtoevoerverbinding;

alle verbindingen moeten volledig worden verwijderd om de stroom van deze
eenheid volledig te verwijderen.
Varoitus Tässä laitteessa on useampia virtalähdekytkentöjä. Kaikki kytkennät

on irrotettava kokonaan, jotta virta poistettaisiin täysin laitteesta.
Attention Cette unité est équipée de plusieurs raccordements d'alimentation.

Pour supprimer tout courant électrique de l'unité, tous les cordons
d'alimentation doivent être débranchés.

Warnung Diese Einheit verfügt über mehr als einen Stromanschluß; um Strom
gänzlich von der Einheit fernzuhalten, müssen alle Stromzufuhren abgetrennt
sein.
Avvertenza Questa unità ha più di una connessione per alimentatore elettrico;

tutte le connessioni devono essere completamente rimosse per togliere
l'elettricità dall'unità.
Advarsel Denne enheten har mer enn én strømtilkobling. Alle tilkoblinger må

kobles helt fra for å eliminere strøm fra enheten.
Aviso Este dispositivo possui mais do que uma conexão de fonte de

alimentação de energia; para poder remover a fonte de alimentação de
energia, deverão ser desconectadas todas as conexões existentes.
¡Atención! Esta unidad tiene más de una conexión de suministros de

alimentación; para eliminar la alimentación por completo, deben
desconectarse completamente todas las conexiones.
Varning! Denna enhet har mer än en strömförsörjningsanslutning; alla

anslutningar måste vara helt avlägsnade innan strömtillförseln till enheten
är fullständigt bruten.
Power Disconnection Warning
WARNING: Before working on the chassis or near power supplies, switch off
the power at the DC circuit breaker.
Waarschuwing Voordat u aan een frame of in de nabijheid van voedingen

werkt, dient u bij wisselstroom toestellen de stekker van het netsnoer uit het
stopcontact te halen; voor gelijkstroom toestellen dient u de stroom uit te
schakelen bij de stroomverbreker.
Varoitus Kytke irti vaihtovirtalaitteiden virtajohto ja katkaise

tasavirtalaitteiden virta suojakytkimellä, ennen kuin teet mitään
asennuspohjalle tai työskentelet virtalähteiden läheisyydessä.
Attention Avant de travailler sur un châssis ou à proximité d'une alimentation

électrique, débrancher le cordon d'alimentation des unités en courant
alternatif; couper l'alimentation des unités en courant continu au niveau du
disjoncteur.
Warnung Bevor Sie an einem Chassis oder in der Nähe von Netzgeräten
arbeiten, ziehen Sie bei Wechselstromeinheiten das Netzkabel ab bzw.
schalten Sie bei Gleichstromeinheiten den Strom am Unterbrecher ab.
Avvertenza Prima di lavorare su un telaio o intorno ad alimentatori, scollegare

il cavo di alimentazione sulle unità CA; scollegare l'alimentazione
all'interruttore automatico sulle unità CC.

Advarsel Før det utføres arbeid på kabinettet eller det arbeides i nærheten
av strømforsyningsenheter, skal strømledningen trekkes ut p
vekselstrømsenheter og strømmen kobles fra ved strømbryteren på
likestrømsenheter.
Aviso Antes de trabalhar num chassis, ou antes de trabalhar perto de unidades

de fornecimento de energia, desligue o cabo de alimentação nas unidades
de corrente alternada; desligue a corrente no disjuntor nas unidades de
corrente contínua.
¡Atención! Antes de manipular el chasis de un equipo o trabajar cerca de una

fuente de alimentación, desenchufar el cable de alimentación en los equipos
de corriente alterna (CA); cortar la alimentación desde el interruptor
automático en los equipos de corriente continua (CC).
Varning! Innan du arbetar med ett chassi eller nära strömförsörjningsenheter

skall du för växelströmsenheter dra ur nätsladden och för likströmsenheter
bryta strömmen vid överspänningsskyddet.
Related • DC Power Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices on page 272
Documentation
In Case of an Electrical Accident

If an electrical accident results in an injury, take the following actions in this order:
1. Use caution. Be aware of potentially hazardous conditions that could cause further
injury.
2. Disconnect power from the router.
3. If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition
of the victim, then call for help.
Documentation
General Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings Electrical Codes for M Series, MX Series,
and T Series Routers
• Install the router in compliance with the following local, national, or international
electrical codes:
• United States—National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 70), United States

National Electrical Code.
• Canada—Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.

• Other countries—International Electromechanical Commission (IEC) 60364, Part 1

through Part 7.
• Locate the emergency power-off switch for the room in which you are working so that
if an electrical accident occurs, you can quickly turn off the power.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist anywhere in your workspace.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check the circuit before
starting to work.
• Carefully look for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded
power extension cords, and missing safety grounds.
• Operate the router within marked electrical ratings and product usage instructions.
• For the router and peripheral equipment to function safely and correctly, use the cables
and connectors specified for the attached peripheral equipment, and make certain
they are in good condition.
Many router components can be removed and replaced without powering off or
disconnecting power to the router. Never install equipment if it appears damaged.
Related • MX480 Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) on page 161

Documentation
• TN Power Warning for M Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers on page 269
TN Power Warning for M Series, MX Series, and T Series Routers
WARNING: The router is designed to work with TN power systems.
Waarschuwing Het apparaat is ontworpen om te functioneren met TN

energiesystemen.
Varoitus Koje on suunniteltu toimimaan TN-sähkövoimajärjestelmien

yhteydessä.
Attention Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec des systèmes

d'alimentation TN.
Warnung Das Gerät ist für die Verwendung mit TN-Stromsystemen ausgelegt.
Avvertenza Il dispositivo è stato progettato per l'uso con sistemi di

alimentazione TN.
Advarsel Utstyret er utfomet til bruk med TN-strømsystemer.
Aviso O dispositivo foi criado para operar com sistemas de corrente TN.
¡Atención! El equipo está diseñado para trabajar con sistemas de

alimentación tipo TN.

Varning! Enheten är konstruerad för användning tillsammans med

elkraftssystem av TN-typ.
Related • General Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings Electrical Codes for M Series, MX
Documentation Series, and T Series Routers on page 268
MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings

• MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings on page 270
MX480 AC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings
The following electrical safety guidelines apply to an AC-powered router:
• You can order three-wire electrical cords with a grounding-type plug that fits only a
grounding-type power outlet. Do not circumvent this safety feature. Equipment
grounding should comply with local and national electrical codes.
• Each AC power supply has one AC appliance inlet. Each inlet requires a dedicated AC
power feed and a dedicated customer site circuit breaker. We recommend that you
use a dedicated circuit breaker rated at 15 A (250 VAC) minimum, or as required by
local code.

(sized for UNC 1/4-20 ground lugs) provided on the chassis in addition to
the grounding pin of the power supply cord. This separate protective
earthing terminal must be permanently connected to earth.
• The cores in the main lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
• Green and yellow—Earth
• Blue—Neutral
• Brown—Live
Related • AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 297

Documentation
• Calculating Power Requirements for MX480 Routers on page 285
• AC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router on page 298
• AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 298


MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines and Warnings

• MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines on page 271
MX480 DC Power Electrical Safety Guidelines
The following electrical safety guidelines apply to a DC-powered router:
• A DC-powered router is equipped with a DC terminal block that is rated for the power
requirements of a maximally configured router. To supply sufficient power, terminate
the DC input wiring on a facility DC source capable of supplying at least 58 A (32 A per
feed) @ –48 VDC for the system. The 48 VDC facility DC source should be equipped
with a circuit breaker rated at 40 A (–48 VDC) minimum. Incorporate an easily
accessible disconnect device into the facility wiring. In the United States and Canada,
the 48 VDC facility should be equipped with a circuit breaker rated 40 A (–48 VDC)
or a minimum of 125% of the power provisioned for the input in accordance with the
National Electrical Code in the US and the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada. Be sure
to connect the ground wire or conduit to a solid office (earth) ground. A closed loop
ring is recommended for terminating the ground conductor at the ground stud.
• Run two wires from the circuit breaker box to a source of 48 VDC. Use appropriate
gauge wire to handle up to 50 A.
• A DC-powered router that is equipped with a DC terminal block is intended for

installation only in a restricted access location. In the United States, a restricted access
area is one in accordance with Articles 110-16, 110-17, and 110-18 of the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
NOTE: Primary overcurrent protection is provided by the building circuit

breaker. This breaker should protect against excess currents, short circuits,
and earth faults in accordance with NEC ANSI/NFPA70.
• Ensure that the polarity of the DC input wiring is correct. Under certain conditions,
connections with reversed polarity might trip the primary circuit breaker or damage
the equipment.
• For personal safety, connect the green and yellow wire to safety (earth) ground at both
the router and the supply side of the DC wiring.
• The marked input voltage of –48 VDC for a DC-powered router is the nominal voltage
associated with the battery circuit, and any higher voltages are only to be associated
with float voltages for the charging function.
• Because the router is a positive ground system, you must connect the positive lead to
the terminal labeled RETURN, the negative lead to the terminal labeled –48V, and the
earth ground to the chassis grounding points.
Related • DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 301
Documentation

• DC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router on page 302
• DC Power Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 304
DC Power Electrical Safety Warnings for Juniper Networks Devices
When working with DC-powered equipment, observe the following warnings:
• DC Power Copper Conductors Warning on page 272

• DC Power Disconnection Warning on page 272
• DC Power Wiring Terminations Warning on page 274
DC Power Copper Conductors Warning
WARNING: Use copper conductors only.
Waarschuwing Gebruik alleen koperen geleiders.
Varoitus Käytä vain kuparijohtimia.
Attention Utilisez uniquement des conducteurs en cuivre.
Warnung Verwenden Sie ausschließlich Kupferleiter.
Avvertenza Usate unicamente dei conduttori di rame.
Advarsel Bruk bare kobberledninger.
Aviso Utilize apenas fios condutores de cobre.
¡Atención! Emplee sólo conductores de cobre.
Varning! Använd endast ledare av koppar.
DC Power Disconnection Warning
WARNING: Before performing any procedures on power supplies, ensure that

power is removed from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is off, locate
the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the
circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit
breaker in the OFF position.
Waarschuwing Voordat u een van de onderstaande procedures uitvoert,

dient u te controleren of de stroom naar het gelijkstroom circuit uitgeschakeld
is. Om u ervan te verzekeren dat alle stroom UIT is geschakeld, kiest u op het
schakelbord de stroomverbreker die het gelijkstroom circuit bedient, draait
de stroomverbreker naar de UIT positie en plakt de schakelaarhendel van de
stroomverbreker met plakband in de UIT positie vast.

Varoitus Varmista, että tasavirtapiirissä ei ole virtaa ennen seuraavien

toimenpiteiden suorittamista. Varmistaaksesi, että virta on KATKAISTU
täysin, paikanna tasavirrasta huolehtivassa kojetaulussa sijaitseva suojakytkin,
käännä suojakytkin KATKAISTU-asentoon ja teippaa suojakytkimen varsi
niin, että se pysyy KATKAISTU-asennossa.
Attention Avant de pratiquer l'une quelconque des procédures ci-dessous,

vérifier que le circuit en courant continu n'est plus sous tension. Pour en être
sûr, localiser le disjoncteur situé sur le panneau de service du circuit en courant
continu, placer le disjoncteur en position fermée (OFF) et, à l'aide d'un ruban
adhésif, bloquer la poignée du disjoncteur en position OFF.
Warnung Vor Ausführung der folgenden Vorgänge ist sicherzustellen, daß

die Gleichstromschaltung keinen Strom erhält. Um sicherzustellen, daß
sämtlicher Strom abgestellt ist, machen Sie auf der Schalttafel den
Unterbrecher für die Gleichstromschaltung ausfindig, stellen Sie den
Unterbrecher auf AUS, und kleben Sie den Schaltergriff des Unterbrechers
mit Klebeband in der AUS-Stellung fest.
Avvertenza Prima di svolgere una qualsiasi delle procedure seguenti, verificare

che il circuito CC non sia alimentato. Per verificare che tutta l'alimentazione
sia scollegata (OFF), individuare l'interruttore automatico sul quadro
strumenti che alimenta il circuito CC, mettere l'interruttore in posizione OFF
e fissarlo con nastro adesivo in tale posizione.
Advarsel Før noen av disse prosedyrene utføres, kontroller at strømmen er

frakoblet likestrømkretsen. Sørg for at all strøm er slått AV. Dette gjøres ved
å lokalisere strømbryteren på brytertavlen som betjener likestrømkretsen,
slå strømbryteren AV og teipe bryterhåndtaket på strømbryteren i AV-stilling.
Aviso Antes de executar um dos seguintes procedimentos, certifique-se que

desligou a fonte de alimentação de energia do circuito de corrente contínua.
Para se assegurar que toda a corrente foi DESLIGADA, localize o disjuntor no
painel que serve o circuito de corrente contínua e coloque-o na posição OFF
(Desligado), segurando nessa posição a manivela do interruptor do disjuntor
com fita isoladora.
¡Atención! Antes de proceder con los siguientes pasos, comprobar que la

alimentación del circuito de corriente continua (CC) esté cortada (OFF). Para
asegurarse de que toda la alimentación esté cortada (OFF), localizar el
interruptor automático en el panel que alimenta al circuito de corriente
continua, cambiar el interruptor automático a la posición de Apagado (OFF),
y sujetar con cinta la palanca del interruptor automático en posición de
Apagado (OFF).
Varning! Innan du utför någon av följande procedurer måste du kontrollera

att strömförsörjningen till likströmskretsen är bruten. Kontrollera att all
strömförsörjning är BRUTEN genom att slå AV det överspänningsskydd som
skyddar likströmskretsen och tejpa fast överspänningsskyddets omkopplare
i FRÅN-läget.

DC Power Wiring Terminations Warning
WARNING: When stranded wiring is required, use approved wiring

terminations, such as closed-loop or spade-type with upturned lugs. These
terminations should be the appropriate size for the wires and should clamp
both the insulation and conductor.
Waarschuwing Wanneer geslagen bedrading vereist is, dient u bedrading te

gebruiken die voorzien is van goedgekeurde aansluitingspunten, zoals het
gesloten-lus type of het grijperschop type waarbij de aansluitpunten omhoog
wijzen. Deze aansluitpunten dienen de juiste maat voor de draden te hebben
en dienen zowel de isolatie als de geleider vast te klemmen.
Varoitus Jos säikeellinen johdin on tarpeen, käytä hyväksyttyä johdinliitäntää,

esimerkiksi suljettua silmukkaa tai kourumaista liitäntää, jossa on ylöspäin
käännetyt kiinnityskorvat. Tällaisten liitäntöjen tulee olla kooltaan johtimiin
sopivia ja niiden tulee puristaa yhteen sekä eristeen että johdinosan.
Attention Quand des fils torsadés sont nécessaires, utiliser des douilles
terminales homologuées telles que celles à circuit fermé ou du type à plage
ouverte avec cosses rebroussées. Ces douilles terminales doivent être de la
taille qui convient aux fils et doivent être refermées sur la gaine isolante et
sur le conducteur.
Warnung Wenn Litzenverdrahtung erforderlich ist, sind zugelassene

Verdrahtungsabschlüsse, z.B. Ringoesen oder gabelförmige Kabelschuhe
mit nach oben gerichteten Enden zu verwenden. Diese Abschlüsse sollten
die angemessene Größe für die Drähte haben und sowohl die Isolierung als
auch den Leiter festklemmen.
Avvertenza Quando occorre usare trecce, usare connettori omologati, come

quelli a occhiello o a forcella con linguette rivolte verso l'alto. I connettori
devono avere la misura adatta per il cablaggio e devono serrare sia l'isolante
che il conduttore.
Advarsel Hvis det er nødvendig med flertrådede ledninger, brukes godkjente

ledningsavslutninger, som for eksempel lukket sløyfe eller spadetype med
oppoverbøyde kabelsko. Disse avslutningene skal ha riktig størrelse i forhold
til ledningene, og skal klemme sammen både isolasjonen og lederen.
Aviso Quando forem requeridas montagens de instalação eléctrica de cabo

torcido, use terminações de cabo aprovadas, tais como, terminações de cabo
em circuito fechado e planas com terminais de orelha voltados para cima.
Estas terminações de cabo deverão ser do tamanho apropriado para os
respectivos cabos, e deverão prender simultaneamente o isolamento e o fio
condutor.
¡Atención! Cuando se necesite hilo trenzado, utilizar terminales para cables

homologados, tales como las de tipo "bucle cerrado" o "espada", con las
lengüetas de conexión vueltas hacia arriba. Estos terminales deberán ser del

tamaño apropiado para los cables que se utilicen, y tendrán que sujetar tanto
el aislante como el conductor.
Varning! När flertrådiga ledningar krävs måste godkända ledningskontakter

användas, t.ex. kabelsko av sluten eller öppen typ med uppåtvänd tapp.
Storleken på dessa kontakter måste vara avpassad till ledningarna och måste
kunna hålla både isoleringen och ledaren fastklämda.
Documentation
Agency Approvals and Compliance Statements for the MX480 Router
• Agency Approvals for MX480 Routers on page 275

• Compliance Statements for NEBS for MX480 Routers on page 276
• Compliance Statements for EMC Requirements for the MX480 Router on page 277
• Compliance Statements for Environmental Requirements for Juniper Networks
Devices on page 279
• Compliance Statements for Acoustic Noise for the MX480 Router on page 279
Agency Approvals for MX480 Routers

The routers comply with the following standards:
• Safety
• CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 60950-00/UL 1950 Third Edition, Safety of Information

Technology Equipment
• EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products - Part 1: Equipment Classification, Requirements

and User's Guide
• EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EMC
• AS/NZS CISPR22:2009 (Australia/New Zealand)
• EN55022 Class A (Europe)
• FCC Part 15 Class A (USA)
• VCCI Class A (Japan)
• Immunity
• EN-61000-3-2 Power Line Harmonics
• EN-61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker
• EN-61000-4-2 ESD

• EN-61000-4-3 Radiated Immunity
• EN-61000-4-4 EFT
• EN-61000-4-5 Surge
• EN-61000-4-6 Low Frequency Common Immunity
• EN-61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Sags
• ETSI
• ETSI EN-300386-2 Telecommunication Network Equipment. Electromagnetic

Compatibility Requirements
The router is designed to comply with the following standards:
• NEBS
• GR-1089-Core: EMC and Electrical Safety for Network Telecommunications

Equipment
• SR-3580 NEBS Criteria Levels (Level 3 Compliance)
• GR-63-Core: NEBS, Physical Protection
Related • Compliance Statements for NEBS for MX480 Routers on page 276
Documentation
• Compliance Statements for Environmental Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices

on page 279
Compliance Statements for NEBS for MX480 Routers

• The equipment is suitable for installation as part of the Common Bonding Network
(CBN).
• The equipment is suitable for installation in locations where the National Electrical
Code (NEC) applies.
• The battery return connection is to be treated as an isolated DC return (i.e. DC-I), as

defined in GR-1089-CORE.
Related • Agency Approvals for MX480 Routers on page 275

Documentation

on page 279

Compliance Statements for EMC Requirements for the MX480 Router

• Canada on page 277
• European Community on page 277
• Declaration of Conformity on page 277
• Japan on page 278
• United States on page 279
Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
European Community
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Declaration of Conformity
This topic shows the Declaration of Conformity for the router.

Figure 126: MX480 Declaration of Conformity
Japan
Translation from Japanese—This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this

product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures. VCCI-A

United States
The router has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

Documentation

on page 279
Compliance Statements for Environmental Requirements for Juniper Networks Devices

Batteries in this product are not based on mercury, lead, or cadmium substances. The
batteries used in this product are in compliance with EU Directives 91/157/EEC, 93/86/EEC,
and 98/101/EEC. The product documentation includes instructional information about
the proper method of reclamation and recycling.
Documentation
Compliance Statements for Acoustic Noise for the MX480 Router

• The emitted sound pressure is 70 dB(A) or less as per EN ISO 7779.
• Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel

beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäss EN ISO 7779

Documentation

on page 279


APPENDIX B
MX480 Router Physical Specifications
MX480 Router Physical Specifications
Table 27 on page 281 summarizes the physical specifications for the router chassis.
Table 27: Physical Specifications

Description Weight Width Depth Height
Chassis dimensions Chassis with 17.45 in. (44.3 cm) 24.5 in. (62.2 cm) 14.0 in. (35.6 cm)
midplane, fan tray, air (from front to chassis
filter, and cable rear)
management
brackets: 65.5 lb Total depth (including
(29.7 kg) cable management
brackets) 27.75 in.
Maximum (70.5 cm)
configuration: 163.5 lb
(74.2 kg)
Routing Engine 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) 11 in (27.9 cm) 7.75 in (19.7 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)
SCB 9.6 lb (4.4 kg) (with 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)
Routing Engine
installed)
DPC Maximum up to 14.5 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)
lb (6.6 kg)
Blank panel in DPC

slot: 9 lb
FPC FPC2: 13 lb (5.9 kg) 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 2.5 in (6.4 cm)
FPC3: 14 lb (6.5 kg)
PIC 2 lb (0.9 kg) 7.75 in (28.3 cm) 11.125 in (19.7 cm) 4.125 in (10.5 cm)
MPC (fixed configuration) 18.35 lb (8.3 kg) 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)
MPC (without MICs) 14 lb (6.4 kg) 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)

Table 27: Physical Specifications (continued)

Description Weight Width Depth Height
MIC Maximum up to 1.2 lb 6.25 in (15.9 cm) 6.8 in (17.3 cm) 1.25 in (3.2 cm)
(0.54 kg)
Application Services Modular Line 10.5 lb (4.76 kg) each 15.5 in (39.3 cm) 1.2 in (3.04 cm) 10 in (25.4 cm)
Card (AS MLC).
NOTE: The information provided here

is of the carrier card for AS MLC,
which is called AS MLC Modular
Carrier Card (AS MCC)
AS MXC 3.4 lb (1.54 kg) each 6.5 in (16.5 cm) 1.2 in (3.04 cm) 11.25 in (28.5 cm)
AS MSC 1.4 lb (0.63 kg) each 6.5 in (16.5 cm) 1.2 in (3.04 cm) 11.25 in (28.5 cm)
Craft interface 1.1 lb (0.5 kg) 21.25 in (54 cm) 8.5 in (21.6 cm) 6.25 in (15.9 cm)
Fan tray 6.8 lb (3.08 kg) 17 in (43.2 cm) 22 in (55.9 cm) 1.5 in (3.8 cm)
Air filter 1.0 lb (0.5 kg) 0.31 in (0.8 cm) 22.23 in (56.5 cm) 10.1 in (25.6 cm)
Cable management brackets 0.3 lb (0.14 kg) 0.25 in (0.6 cm) 4.5 in (11.4 cm) 9.9 in (25.0 cm)
DC power supply 3.8 lb (1.7 kg) 14.5 in (36.8 cm) 4 in (10.2 cm) 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
High-capacity DC power supply 6.2 lb (2.81 kg) 14.5 in (36.8 cm) 4 in (10.2 cm) 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
AC power supply 5.0 lb (2.3 kg) 14.5 in (36.8 cm) 4 in (10.2 cm) 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
High-capacity AC power supply 6.6 lb (2.99 kg) 14.5 in (36.8 cm) 4 in (10.2 cm) 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
Related • MX480 Chassis Lifting Guidelines on page 255

Documentation
• MX480 Router Description on page 3

APPENDIX C
MX480 Router Environmental

Specifications
• MX480 Router Environmental Specifications on page 283
MX480 Router Environmental Specifications
Table 28 on page 283 specifies the environmental specifications required for normal router
operation. In addition, the site should be as dust-free as possible.
Table 28: Router Environmental Specifications

Description Value
Altitude No performance degradation to 10,000 ft (3048 m)
Relative humidity Normal operation ensured in relative humidity range of 5% to 90%,

noncondensing
Temperature Normal operation ensured in temperature range of 32°F (0°C) to

104°F (40°C)
Nonoperating storage temperature in shipping container:

–40°F (–40°C) to 158°F (70°C)
Seismic Designed to meet Telcordia Technologies Zone 4 earthquake

requirements
Maximum thermal output AC power: 11,322 BTU/hour (3,318 W)
DC power: 9,632 BTU/hour (2,823 W)
NOTE: These specifications are estimates and subject to change.
NOTE: Install the router only in restricted areas, such as dedicated equipment
rooms and equipment closets, in accordance with Articles 110-16, 110-17, and
110-18 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

Related • Tools and Parts Required to Maintain the MX480 Router on page 123
Documentation
• In Case of an Electrical Accident on page 268

APPENDIX D
Power Guidelines, Requirements, and

Specifications for the MX480 Router

• Power Requirements for an MX480 Router on page 289
• MX480 AC Power Specifications and Requirements on page 297
• MX480 DC Power Specifications and Requirements on page 301
• Site Electrical Wiring Guidelines for MX Series Routers on page 305
Calculating Power Requirements for MX480 Routers
The information in this topic helps you determine which power supplies are suitable for
various configurations, as well as which power supplies are not suitable because output
power is exceeded. You determine suitability by subtracting the total power draw from
the maximum output of the power supplies. Afterward, the required input power is
calculated. Finally, you calculate the thermal output. A sample configuration is provided
in Table 30 on page 287.
We recommend that you provision power according to the maximum input current listed
in the power supply electrical specifications (see “AC Electrical Specifications for the
MX480 Router” on page 297and “DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480
Router” on page 301).
Use the following procedures to calculate the power requirement:
1. Calculate the power requirement.
2. Evaluate the power budget.
3. Calculate input power.
4. Calculate thermal output (BTUs) for cooling requirements.

Both normal-capacity and high-capacity MX480 chassis with DC power supplies are
zoned, meaning that certain components are powered by specific power supplies (see
Table 29 on page 286 for information on zoning). When calculating power requirements,
be sure that there is adequate power for each zone.
For an AC-powered chassis, there is one overall zone. Two AC power supplies are
mandatory for high-line, and three AC power supplies are mandatory for low-line power.
Table 29: MX480 DC Zoning

Zone Power Supply (PEM) Components Receiving Power
Zone 0 PEM 0 or 2 • Fan Tray

• DPC/MPC slots 0 and 1
• SCB slots 0 and 1
Zone 1 PEM 1 or 3 • Fan Tray

• DPC slots 2 through 5
The following sample configuration shows a DC-powered MX480 with:
• Two 16-port 10-Gigabit Ethernet MPCs with SFP+(slots 0 and 1)
• Two SCBs with two (redundant) RE-1800x2 routing engines (SCB slot 0 and SCB slot
1)
• One DPCE-R-4XGE-XFP (slot 3)
• High-capacity cooling system
NOTE: The high-capacity cooling system satisfies cooling requirements

of MPCs, and must be used for proper cooling.

Appendix D: Power Guidelines, Requirements, and Specifications for the MX480 Router
1. Calculate the power requirements (usage) using the values in “Power Requirements
for an MX480 Router” on page 289 as shown in Table 30 on page 287.
Table 30: Sample Power Requirements for an MX480 Router

Chassis Component Part Number Power Requirement Zone
Base system MX480BASE-DC-HIGH 40 W —
High-capacity cooling system FFANTRAY-MX480-HC 160 W Zone 0 and Zone 1
MPC - Slot 2 MPC-3D-16XGE-SFPP-R-B 440 W Zone 0
MPC - Slot 1 MPC-3D-16XGE-SFPP-R-B 440 W Zone 0
SCB 1 SCB-MX960 with 150 W Zone 0
RE-S-1800X2-8G 90 W
SCB 0 SCB-MX960 with 150 W Zone 0
RE-S-1800X2-8G 90 W
DPC - Slot 3 DPCE-R-4XGE-XFP 310 W Zone 1
Zone 0 total output power 1440 W
Zone 1 total output power 390 W
Zone 0 total output power (excluding cooling system) 1360 W
Zone 1 total output power (excluding cooling system) 310 W
2. Evaluate the power budget. In the case of a DC-powered chassis, evaluate the budget
for each zone. In this step, we check the required power against the maximum output
power of available power supply options.
NOTE: The power for the cooling system comes from a different tap on
the power supply, reserved for the cooling system only. The cooling system
power requirement does not need to be deducted from the output power
budget of the power supply.
Table 31 on page 288 lists the power supplies, their maximum output power, and unused
power (or a power deficit) for MX480 AC chassis.Table 32 on page 288 lists the power
supplies, their maximum output power, and unused power (or a power deficit) for
MX480 DC chassis. See “AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router” on page 297
and “DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router” on page 301
for more information about the MX480 power supply electrical specifications.

Table 31: Calculating Power Budget for a MX480 AC Chassis

1
Power Supply Maximum System Output Power Unused Power
MX480 AC Normal-capacity (low-line) 3081 W 1721 W
MX480 AC Normal-capacity (high-line) 3200 W 1840 W
MX480 AC High-capacity (low-line) 3501 W 2141 W
MX480 AC High-capacity (high-line) 4100 W 2740 W
1
For this configuration, output power excluding the cooling system is 1360 W.
Table 32: Calculating Power Budget for a MX480 DC Chassis
Maximum System Zone 0 Unused Zone 1 Unused

1 2
Power Supply Output Power Power Power
MX480 DC Normal-capacity 3200 W 240 W 1290 W
MX480 DC High-capacity (DIP=0) 4800 W 1040 W 2090 W
NOTE: The DIP switch position is expected input current;

the correct feeds must be present to obtain the desired
output power.
MX480 DC High-capacity (DIP=1) 5200 W 1240 W 2290 W
NOTE: The DIP switch position is expected input current;

the correct feeds must be present to obtain the desired
output power.
1
2
3. Calculate input power. In this step, the input power requirements for the example
configuration are calculated. To do this, divide the total output requirement by the
efficiency of the power supply as shown in Table 33 on page 288.
Table 33: Calculating Input Power Examples

1 2
Power Supply Power Supply Efficiency Input Power Requirement
MX480 AC Normal-capacity (high-line) 85 % 1694 W
MX480 AC High-capacity (high-line) 89 % 1618 W
3
MX480 DC Normal-capacity ~98 % 1469 W
3
MX480 DC High-capacity ~98 % 1469 W

1
These values are at full load and nominal voltage.
2
For this configuration, total power is 1440 W.
3
Zone 0 requirement.
4. Calculate thermal output (BTUs). To calculate this, multiply the input power
requirement (in watts) by 3.41.
Table 34: Calculating Thermal Output

Power Supply Thermal Output (BTUs per hour)
MX480 AC Normal-capacity (high-line) 1694 * 3.41 = 5777 BTU/hr
MX480 AC High-capacity (high-line) 1618 * 3.41 = 5517 BTU/hr
1
MX480 DC Normal-capacity 1469 * 3.41 = 4879 BTU/hr
1
MX480 DC High-capacity 1469 * 3.41 = 5009 BTU/hr
1
Zone 0 output.
Related • Power Requirements for an MX480 Router on page 289

Documentation
Power Requirements for an MX480 Router
The following tables list the MX480 component power requirements. Table 35 on page 289
lists the MX480 base system power requirement. Table 36 on page 290 lists the FRU
power requirements for Switch Control Boards (SCBs), Routing Engines, Modular Port
Concentrators (MPCs), Modular Interface Cards (MICs), and Dense Port Concentrators
(DPCs). In addition, Table 36 on page 290 lists the MPC power requirements with MICs
and optics at various operating temperatures.
Table 35: MX480 Router Common Component Power Requirements

Component Power Requirement (Watts)
Base system 40 W
Normal-capacity cooling system 220 W
High-capacity cooling system 320 W

NOTE: The power for the cooling system comes from a different tap on the
power supply, reserved for the cooling system only. The cooling system power
requirement does not need to be deducted from the output power budget
of the power supply.
Table 36: FRU Power Requirements

Component Part Number Maximum Power Requirement
Switch Control Boards (SCBs)

Switch Control Board SCB-MX960 (applies to 150 W
MX240, MX480, and
MX960)
Enhanced MX Switch SCBE-MX (applies to 150 W

Control Board MX240, MX480, and
MX960)
Routing Engines
Routing Engines RE-S-1300-2048 90 W
RE-S-1800X2-8G
RE-S-1800X4-8G
RE-S-1800X2-16G
RE-S-1800X4-16G
RE-S-2000-4096
MPCs
16x10GE MPC MPC-3D-16XGE-SFPP 440 W at 55 degrees C ambient
MPC-3D-16XGE-SFPP-R-B 423 W at 25 degrees C ambient
MPC1 MX-MPC1-3D 165 W
MX-MPC1E-3D With MICs and optics:

239 W at 55 degrees C
MPC1 Q MX-MPC1-3D-Q 175 W
MX-MPC1E-3D-Q With MICs and optics:


Table 36: FRU Power Requirements (continued)

MPC2 MX-MPC2-3D 274 W
MX-MPC2E-3D With MICs and optics:

MPC2 Q MX-MPC2-3D-Q 294 W
MPC2 EQ MX-MPC2-3D-EQ With MICs and optics:

MX-MPC2E-3D-Q
MX-MPC2E-3D-EQ
MPC2E P MX-MPC2E-3D-P 294 W
With MICs and optics:

MPC3E MX-MPC3E-3D 440 W
With MICs and optics:

408 W at 25 degrees C, two CFP MICs with LR4 optics
420 W at 40 degrees C, two CFP MICs with LR4 optics
520 W at 55 degrees C, two 40W MICs
MICs
ATM MIC with SFP MIC-3D-8OC3-2OC12-ATM 35 W
Gigabit Ethernet MIC MIC-3D-20-GE-SFP 37 W

with SFP
10-Gigabit Ethernet 2-Port: 2-Port: 29 W

MIC with XFP MIC-3D-2XGE-XFP
4-Port: 37 W
4-Port:
MIC-3D-4XGE-XFP
10-Gigabit Ethernet MIC3-3D-10XGE-SFPP 24.2 W at 55 degrees C with SR and LR optics

MIC with SFP+
29.8W at 55 degrees C with ER optics
29.8 W at 40 degrees C with ZR optics


40-Gigabit Ethernet MIC3-3D-2X40GE-QSFPP 18 W

MIC with QSFP+
100-Gigabit Ethernet MIC3-3D-1X100GE-CFP 40 W

MIC with CFP
100-Gigabit Ethernet MIC3-3D-1X100GE-CXP 20 W

MIC with CXP
SONET/SDH 4-Port: 4-Port:

OC3/STM1 MIC-3D-4OC3OC12-1OC48
Multi-Rate MIC 24 W at 55 degrees C
8-Port:
MIC-3D-8OC3OC12-4OC48 22.75 W at 40 degrees C
21.5 W at 25 degrees C
8-Port:
SONET/SDH MIC-3D-1OC192-XFP 41 W at 55 degrees C

OC192/STM64 MIC
with XFP 38.5 W at 40 degrees C
Channelized 4-Port: 4-Port:

SONET/SDH MIC-3D-4CHOC3-2CHOC12
OC3/STM1 41 W at 55 degrees C
Multi-Rate MIC 8-Port:
MIC-3D-8CHOC3-4CHOC12 40 W at 40 degrees C
8-Port:
Tri-Rate MIC MIC-3D-40GE-TX 41 W
DS3/E3 MIC MIC-3D-8DS3-E3 36 W at 55 degrees C
MIC-3D-8CHDS3-E3-B 35 W at 40 degrees C


Channelized E1/T1 MIC-3D-16CHE1-T1-CE 29.08 W at 55 degrees C

Circuit Emulation MIC
Channelized MIC-3D-4COC3-1COC12-CE 36.48 W at 55 degrees C

OC3/STM1
(Multi-Rate) Circuit 35.04 W at 40 degrees C
Emulation MIC with
SFP 33.96 W at 25 degrees C
DPCs
Gigabit Ethernet DPC DPC-R-40GE-SFP 335 W
with SFP
Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-40GE-SFP 335 W

Enhanced DPC with
SFP DPCE-X-40GE-SFP
Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-Q-40GE-SFP 365 W

Enhanced Queuing
Ethernet Services DPCE-X-Q-40GE-SFP
DPC with SFP
(40-Port)
Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-Q-20GE-SFP 200 W

Enhanced Queuing IP
Services DPCs with
SFP (20-Port)
10-Gigabit Ethernet DPC-R-4XGE-XFP 310 W

DPC with XFP
10-Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-2XGE-XFP 175 W

Enhanced DPC with
XFP (2-Port)
10-Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-4XGE-XFP 310 W

Enhanced DPC with
XFP (4-Port) DPCE-X-4XGE-XFP
10-Gigabit Ethernet DPCE-R-Q-4XGE-XFP 330 W

Enhanced Queuing
Ethernet Services DPCE-X-Q-4XGE-XFP
DPC with XFP or
Enhanced Queuing IP
Services DPC with
XFP


Multi-Rate Ethernet DPCE-R-20GE-2XGE 333 W

Enhanced DPC with
SFP and XFP or DPCE-X-20GE-2XGE
Multi-Rate Ethernet
Enhanced Ethernet
Services DPC with
SFP and XFP
Multi-Rate Ethernet DPCE-R-Q-20GE-2XGE 335 W

Enhanced Queuing IP
Services DPC with
SFP and XFP
Tri-Rate Enhanced DPCE-R-40GE-TX 320 W

DPC or Tri-Rate
Enhanced Ethernet DPCE-X-40GE-TX
Services DPC
Multiservices DPC MS-DPC 265 W
FPCs
FPC Type 2 MX-FPC2 190 W (with PICs and optics)
FPC Type 3 MX-FPC3 265 W (with PICs and optics)
Documentation
MX480 Chassis Grounding Specifications
• MX480 Chassis Grounding Points Specifications on page 294

• MX480 Router Grounding Cable Lug Specifications on page 296
• MX480 Router Grounding Cable Specifications on page 296
MX480 Chassis Grounding Points Specifications

To meet safety and electromagnetic interference (EMI) requirements and to ensure
proper operation, the router must be adequately grounded before power is connected.
To ground AC-powered and DC-powered routers, you must connect a grounding cable
to earth ground and then attach it to the chassis grounding points using the two screws
provided.
Two threaded inserts (PEM nuts) are provided on the upper rear of the chassis for
connecting the router to earth ground. The grounding points fit UNC 1/4–20 screws

(American). The grounding points are spaced at 0.625-in. (15.86-mm) centers (see
Figure 127 on page 295 or Figure 128 on page 295).
NOTE: Additional grounding is provided to an AC-powered router when you

plug its power supplies into grounded AC power receptacles.
Figure 127: Connecting AC Power to the Router

MX480 Router Grounding Cable Lug Specifications

The accessory box shipped with the router includes one cable lug that attaches to the
grounding cable (see Figure 129 on page 296) and two UNC 1/4–20 screws used to secure
the grounding cable to the grounding points.
Figure 129: Grounding Cable Lug
CAUTION: Before router installation begins, a licensed electrician must attach

a cable lug to the grounding and power cables that you supply. A cable with
an incorrectly attached lug can damage the router.
NOTE: The same cable lug is used for the DC power cables.
MX480 Router Grounding Cable Specifications

The grounding cable that you provide must meet the specifications in Table 37 on page 296.
Table 37: Grounding Cable Specifications

Cable Type Quantity and Specification
2
Grounding One 6-AWG (13.3 mm ), minimum 60°C wire, or as required by the local code

Related • Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Grounding and Power Connections on
• Grounding the MX480 Router on page 104

MX480 AC Power Specifications and Requirements

AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router
Table 38 on page 297 lists the AC power supply electrical specifications; Table 39 on
page 298 lists the AC power system specifications.
Table 38: AC Power Supply Electrical Specifications

Item Specification
Normal-Capacity Power Supplies

Maximum output power 1027 W (low line)
1590 W (high line)
AC input voltage Operating range: 100 – 240 VAC (nominal)
AC input line frequency 50 to 60 Hz (nominal)
AC input current rating 11.0 A @ 200 VAC or 14.5 A @ 110 VAC maximum
Efficiency 85% (low line and high line)
NOTE: This value is at full

load and nominal voltage.
High-Capacity Power Supplies

Maximum output power 1167 W (low line)
2050 W (high line)
AC input voltage Operating range: 100 – 240 VAC (nominal)
AC input line frequency 50 to 60 Hz (nominal)
AC input current rating 16 A @ 110 VAC maximum
15.1 A @ 200 VAC maximum
Efficiency 84% (low line)
NOTE: This value is at full 89% (high line)


Table 39: AC Power System Specifications

Normal Normal-Capacity–High High-Capacity–Low High-Capacity–High
Item Capacity–Low Line Line Line Line
Redundancy 3+1 2+2 3+1 2+2
Output power (maximum) 1027 W 3200 W 1167 W 2050 W

per power supply
Output power (maximum) 3081 W 3200 W 3501 W 4100 W

per system
Related • Calculating Power Requirements for MX480 Routers on page 285

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AC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router

Each AC power supply has a single AC appliance inlet located on the power supply that
requires a dedicated AC power feed. We recommend that you use a customer site circuit
breaker rated for 15 A (250 VAC) minimum for each AC power supply, or as required by
local code. Doing so enables you to operate the router in any configuration without
upgrading the power infrastructure.
Related • AC Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 297

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AC Power Cord Specifications for the MX480 Router

Each AC power supply has a single AC appliance inlet located on the power supply that
requires a dedicated AC power feed. Most sites distribute power through a main conduit
that leads to frame-mounted power distribution panels, one of which can be located at
the top of the rack that houses the router. An AC power cord connects each power supply
to the power distribution panel.
You can order detachable AC power cords, each approximately 8 ft (2.5 m) long that
supply AC power to the router. The C19 appliance coupler at the female end of the cord
inserts into the AC appliance inlet coupler, type C20 (right angle) as described by
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard 60320. The plug at the male
end of the power cord fits into the power source receptacle that is standard for your
geographical location.
Table 40 on page 299 provides specifications and Figure 130 on page 300 depicts the plug
on the AC power cord provided for each country or region.

Table 40: AC Power Cord Specifications

Electrical
Country Model Number Specification Plug Type
Australia CBL-M-PWR-RA-AU 240 VAC, 50 Hz AC SAA/3/15
China CBL-M-PWR-RA-CH 220 VAC, 50 Hz AC CH2-16P
Europe (except Denmark, Italy, Switzerland, CBL-M-PWR-RA-EU 220 or 230 VAC, 50 Hz CEE 7/7
and United Kingdom) AC
Italy CBL-M-PWR-RA-IT 230 VAC, 50 Hz AC CEI 23-16/VII
Japan CBL-PWR-RA-JP15 125 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz JIS 8303

AC
CBL-M-PWR-RA-JP 220 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz NEMA L6-20P

AC
North America CBL-PWR-RA-US15 125 VAC, 60 Hz AC NEMA 5-15P
CBL-PWR-RA-TWLK-US15 125 VAC, 60 Hz AC NEMA L5-15P
CBL-M-PWR-RA-US 250 VAC, 60 Hz AC NEMA 6-20
CBL-M-PWR-RA-TWLK-US 250 VAC, 60 Hz AC NEMA L6-20P
United Kingdom CBL-M-PWR-RA-UK 240 VAC, 50 Hz AC BS89/13

Figure 130: AC Plug Types
WARNING: The AC power cord for the router is intended for use with the
router only and not for any other use.
WARNING:
Translation from Japanese: The attached power cable is only for this product.
Do not use the cable for another product.
NOTE: In North America, AC power cords must not exceed 4.5 m

(approximately 14.75 ft) in length, to comply with National Electrical Code
(NEC) Sections 400-8 (NFPA 75, 5-2.2) and 210-52, and Canadian Electrical
Code (CEC) Section 4-010(3). You can order AC power cords that are in
compliance.


CAUTION: Power cords and cables must not block access to device
components or drape where people could trip on them.
Related • Connecting Power to an AC-Powered MX480 Router with Normal-Capacity Power

Documentation Supplies on page 105
• Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord on page 235
MX480 DC Power Specifications and Requirements
• DC Power Source Cabling and Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 303
DC Power Supply Electrical Specifications for the MX480 Router

Table 41 on page 301 lists the DC power supply electrical specifications. Table 42 on
page 302 lists the DC power system specifications.
Table 41: Power Supply Electrical Specifications

Item Specification
Normal-Capacity Power Supplies

Maximum output power 1600 W
DC input current rating 33.3 A @ –48 V nominal operating voltage
Maximum Input Current 40 A
DC input voltage Operating Range: –40.5 VDC to –72 VDC
Nominal: –48 VDC

Table 41: Power Supply Electrical Specifications (continued)

Item Specification
Efficiency ~98%

Internal Circuit Breaker 40 A
High-Capacity Power Supplies

Maximum Input Current 60 A (DIP=0) 70 A (DIP=1)
Maximum output power 2400 W 2600 W
DC input current rating 50 A @ -48 VDC normal operating 54.2 A @ -48 VDC normal operating
voltage voltage
DC input voltage Operating Range: –40.5 VDC to –72 VDC
Nominal: –48 VDC
Efficiency ~98%

Table 42: Power System Specifications

Item Normal-Capacity High-Capacity
Redundancy 2+2 2+2
Output power 1600 W 60 A (DIP=0) 70 A (DIP=1)

(maximum) per
supply
2400 W 2600 W
Output power 3200 W 4800 W 5200 W

(maximum) per
system
Related • Calculating Power Requirements for MX480 Routers on page 285

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DC Power Circuit Breaker Requirements for the MX480 Router

Each DC power supply has a single DC input (–48 VDC and return) that requires a
dedicated circuit breaker. If you plan to operate a maximally configured DC-powered
router with normal-capacity power supplies, we recommend that you use a dedicated

customer site circuit breaker rated for 40 A (–48 VDC) minimum, or as required by local
code. If you plan to operate a maximally configured DC-powered router with high-capacity
power supplies, we recommend that you use a circuit breaker rated for 70 A (–48 VDC),
or as required by local code.
If you plan to operate a DC-powered router at less than the maximum configuration, we
recommend that you provision a circuit breaker according to respective National Electrical
Code and customer site internal standards to maintain proper level of protection for the
current specified above or each DC power supply rated for at least 125% of the continuous
current that the system draws at –48 VDC.
Documentation
DC Power Source Cabling and Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router
• DC Power Source Cabling for the MX480 Router on page 303
• DC Power Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router on page 304
DC Power Source Cabling for the MX480 Router
Figure 131 on page 303 shows a typical DC source cabling arrangement.
Figure 131: Typical DC Source Cabling to the Router
The DC power supplies in PEM0 and PEM1 must be powered by dedicated power feeds
derived from feed A, and the DC power supplies in PEM2 and PEM3 must be powered by
dedicated power feeds derived from feed B. This configuration provides the commonly
deployed A/B feed redundancy for the system.
the color coding for the leads on the power cables that attach to the terminal
studs on each power supply.

WARNING: For field-wiring connections, use copper conductors only.
CAUTION: Power cords and cables must not block access to device
components or drape where people could trip on them.
Related • In Case of an Electrical Accident on page 268

Documentation

• Replacing an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable on page 236
DC Power Cable Specifications for the MX480 Router
DC Power Cable Lug Specifications—The accessory box shipped with the router includes
the cable lugs that attach to the terminal studs of each power supply (see Figure 132 on
page 304).
Figure 132: DC Power Cable Lug
CAUTION: Before router installation begins, a licensed electrician must attach

a cable lug to the grounding and power cables that you supply. A cable with
an incorrectly attached lug can damage the router.
NOTE: The same cable lug is used for the grounding cable.
DC Power Cable Specifications—Table 43 on page 304 summarizes the specifications for

the power cables, which you must supply.
Table 43: DC Power Cable Specifications

Cable Type Quantity and Specification
2
Power Eight 6-AWG (13.3 mm ), minimum 60°C wire, or as required by the local
code

Related • DC Power Source Cabling for the MX480 Router on page 303
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Site Electrical Wiring Guidelines for MX Series Routers
• Distance Limitations for Signaling on page 305

• Radio Frequency Interference on page 305
• Electromagnetic Compatibility on page 305
Distance Limitations for Signaling

Improperly installed wires can emit radio interference. In addition, the potential for damage
from lightning strikes increases if wires exceed recommended distances or if wires pass
between buildings. The electromagnetic pulse (EMP) caused by lightning can damage
unshielded conductors and destroy electronic devices. If your site has previously
experienced such problems, you might want to consult experts in electrical surge
suppression and shielding.
Radio Frequency Interference

You can reduce or eliminate the emission of radio frequency interference (RFI) from your
site wiring by using twisted-pair cable with a good distribution of grounding conductors.
If you must exceed the recommended distances, use a high-quality twisted-pair cable
with one ground conductor for each data signal when applicable.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
If your site is susceptible to problems with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC),
particularly from lightning or radio transmitters, you might want to seek expert advice.
Strong sources of electromagnetic interference (EMI) can destroy the signal drivers and
receivers in the router and conduct power surges over the lines into the equipment,
resulting in an electrical hazard. It is particularly important to provide a properly grounded
and shielded environment and to use electrical surge-suppression devices.
WARNING: The intrabuilding port(s) of the equipment or subassembly is

suitable for connection to intrabuilding or unexposed wiring or cabling only.
The intrabuilding port(s) of the equipment or subassembly MUST NOT be
metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the OSP or its wiring.
These interfaces are designed for use as intrabuilding interfaces only (Type
2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE, Issue 4) and require isolation
from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of primary protectors is not
sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP
wiring.


APPENDIX E
Cable and Wire Guidelines and

Specifications for the MX480 Router
• Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion on page 307
• Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables on page 308
• Routing Engine Interface Cable and Wire Specifications for MX Series Routers on page 310
Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion
• Signal Loss in Multimode and Single-Mode Fiber-Optic Cable on page 307

• Attenuation and Dispersion in Fiber-Optic Cable on page 307
Signal Loss in Multimode and Single-Mode Fiber-Optic Cable

Multimode fiber is large enough in diameter to allow rays of light to reflect internally
(bounce off the walls of the fiber). Interfaces with multimode optics typically use LEDs
as light sources. LEDs are not coherent sources, however. They spray varying wavelengths
of light into the multimode fiber, which reflects the light at different angles. Light rays
travel in jagged lines through a multimode fiber, causing signal dispersion. When light
traveling in the fiber core radiates into the fiber cladding, higher-order mode loss (HOL)
results. Together these factors limit the transmission distance of multimode fiber
compared with single-mode fiber.
Single-mode fiber is so small in diameter that rays of light can reflect internally through
one layer only. Interfaces with single-mode optics use lasers as light sources. Lasers
generate a single wavelength of light, which travels in a straight line through the
single-mode fiber. Compared with multimode fiber, single-mode fiber has higher
bandwidth and can carry signals for longer distances. It is consequently more expensive.
Exceeding the maximum transmission distances can result in significant signal loss, which
causes unreliable transmission.
Attenuation and Dispersion in Fiber-Optic Cable

Correct functioning of an optical data link depends on modulated light reaching the
receiver with enough power to be demodulated correctly. Attenuation is the reduction in
power of the light signal as it is transmitted. Attenuation is caused by passive media
components, such as cables, cable splices, and connectors. While attenuation is

significantly lower for optical fiber than for other media, it still occurs in both multimode
and single-mode transmission. An efficient optical data link must have enough light
available to overcome attenuation.
Dispersion is the spreading of the signal in time. The following two types of dispersion
can affect an optical data link:
• Chromatic dispersion—Spreading of the signal in time resulting from the different

speeds of light rays.
• Modal dispersion—Spreading of the signal in time resulting from the different

propagation modes in the fiber.
For multimode transmission, modal dispersion, rather than chromatic dispersion or

attenuation, usually limits the maximum bit rate and link length. For single-mode
transmission, modal dispersion is not a factor. However, at higher bit rates and over longer
distances, chromatic dispersion rather than modal dispersion limits maximum link length.
An efficient optical data link must have enough light to exceed the minimum power that
the receiver requires to operate within its specifications. In addition, the total dispersion
must be less than the limits specified for the type of link in Telcordia Technologies
document GR-253-CORE (Section 4.3) and International Telecommunications Union
(ITU) document G.957.
When chromatic dispersion is at the maximum allowed, its effect can be considered as
a power penalty in the power budget. The optical power budget must allow for the sum
of component attenuation, power penalties (including those from dispersion), and a
safety margin for unexpected losses.
Related • Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables on page 308
Documentation
Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables
1. Calculating Power Budget for Fiber-Optic Cable on page 308

2. Calculating Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cable on page 309
Calculating Power Budget for Fiber-Optic Cable

To ensure that fiber-optic connections have sufficient power for correct operation, you
need to calculate the link's power budget, which is the maximum amount of power it
can transmit. When you calculate the power budget, you use a worst-case analysis to
provide a margin of error, even though all the parts of an actual system do not operate
at the worst-case levels. To calculate the worst-case estimate of power budget (P ),
B
you assume minimum transmitter power (P ) and minimum receiver sensitivity (P ):
T R
P =P –P
B T R
The following hypothetical power budget equation uses values measured in decibels
(dB) and decibels referred to one milliwatt (dBm):
P =P –P
B T R

Appendix E: Cable and Wire Guidelines and Specifications for the MX480 Router
P = –15 dBm – (–28 dBm)

B
P = 13 dB
B
Calculating Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cable

After calculating a link's power budget you can calculate the power margin (P ), which
M
represents the amount of power available after subtracting attenuation or link loss (LL)
from the power budget (P ). A worst-case estimate of P assumes maximum LL:
B M
P = P – LL
M B
A P greater than zero indicates that the power budget is sufficient to operate the receiver.
M
Factors that can cause link loss include higher-order mode losses (HOL), modal and
chromatic dispersion, connectors, splices, and fiber attenuation. Table 44 on page 309
lists an estimated amount of loss for the factors used in the following sample calculations.
For information about the actual amount of signal loss caused by equipment and other
factors, refer to vendor documentation.
Table 44: Estimated Values for Factors Causing Link Loss

Link-Loss Factor Estimated Link-Loss Value
Higher-order mode losses Single-mode—None
Multimode—0.5 dB
Modal and chromatic dispersion Single-mode—None
Multimode—None, if product of bandwidth and distance

is less than 500 MHz-km
Connector 0.5 dB
Splice 0.5 dB
Fiber attenuation Single-mode—0.5 dB/km
Multimode—1 dB/km
The following example uses the estimated values in Table 33 to calculate link loss (LL)
for a 2-km-long multimode link with a power budget (P ) of 13 dB:
B
• Fiber attenuation for 2 km @ 1.0 dB/km= 2 dB
• Loss for five connectors @ 0.5 dB per connector = 5(0.5 dB) = 2.5 dB
• Loss for two splices @ 0.5 dB per splice =2(0.5 dB) = 1 dB
• Higher-order mode loss = 0.5 dB
• Clock recovery module = 1 dB
The power margin (P ) is calculated as follows:

M

P = P – LL
M B
P = 13 dB – 2 km (1.0 dB/km) – 5 (0.5 dB) – 2 (0.5 dB) – 0.5 dB [HOL] – 1 dB [CRM]

M
P = 13 dB – 2 dB – 2.5 dB – 1 dB – 0.5 dB – 1 dB
M
P = 6 dB
M
The following sample calculation for an 8-km-long single-mode link with a power budget
(P ) of 13 dB uses the estimated values from Table 44 on page 309 to calculate link loss
B
(LL) as the sum of fiber attenuation (8 km @ 0.5 dB/km, or 4 dB) and loss for seven
connectors (0.5 dB per connector, or 3.5 dB). The power margin (P ) is calculated as
M
follows:
P = P – LL
M B
P = 13 dB – 8 km (0.5 dB/km) – 7(0.5 dB)

M
P = 13 dB – 4 dB – 3.5 dB
M
P = 5.5 dB
M
In both examples, the calculated power margin is greater than zero, indicating that the
link has sufficient power for transmission and does not exceed the maximum receiver
input power.
Related • Supported Network Interface Standards by Transceiver

Documentation
• Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion on page 307
Routing Engine Interface Cable and Wire Specifications for MX Series Routers
Table 45 on page 310 lists the specifications for the cables that connect to management
ports and the wires that connect to the alarm relay contacts.
Table 45: Cable and Wire Specifications for Routing Engine Management
and Alarm Interfaces
Cable Cable/Wire Maximum Router
Port Specification Supplied Length Receptacle
Routing Engine RS-232 One 6-ft 6 ft (1.83 m) RJ-45 female

console or (EIA-232) serial (1.83-m) length
auxiliary cable with RJ-45/DB-9
interface connectors
Routing Engine Category 5 cable One 15-ft 328 ft (100 m) RJ-45

Ethernet or equivalent (4.57-m) length autosensing
interface suitable for with
100Base-T RJ-45/RJ-45
operation connectors

Appendix E: Cable and Wire Guidelines and Specifications for the MX480 Router
Table 45: Cable and Wire Specifications for Routing Engine Management
and Alarm Interfaces (continued)
Cable Cable/Wire Maximum Router
Port Specification Supplied Length Receptacle
Alarm relay Wire with gauge No None —

contacts between
28-AWG and
14-AWG (0.08
2
and 2.08 mm )
Related • Understanding Fiber-Optic Cable Signal Loss, Attenuation, and Dispersion on page 307
Documentation
• Calculating Power Budget and Power Margin for Fiber-Optic Cables on page 308


APPENDIX F
MX480 Cable Connector Pinouts
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port on page 313
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for MX Series Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE
Ports on page 314
RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port
The port on the Routing Engine labeled ETHERNET is an autosensing 10/100-Mbps

Ethernet RJ-45 receptacle that accepts an Ethernet cable for connecting the Routing
Engine to a management LAN (or other device that supports out-of-band management).
Table 46 on page 313 describes the RJ-45 connector pinout.
Table 46: RJ-45 Connector Pinout for the Routing Engine ETHERNET Port
Pin Signal
1 TX+
2 TX–
3 RX+
4 Termination network
6 RX–

Documentation
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for MX Series Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE Ports on
page 314

RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for MX Series Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE Ports
The ports on the Routing Engine labeled AUX and CONSOLE are asynchronous serial
interfaces that accept an RJ-45 connector. The ports connect the Routing Engine to an
auxiliary or console management device. Table 47 on page 314 describes the RJ-45
connector pinout.
Table 47: RJ-45 Connector Pinout for the AUX and CONSOLE Ports
Pin Signal Description
1 RTS Request to Send
2 DTR Data Terminal Ready
3 TXD Transmit Data
4 Ground Signal Ground
5 Ground Signal Ground
6 RXD Receive Data
7 DSR/DCD Data Set Ready
8 CTS Clear to Send

Documentation
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port on page 313

APPENDIX G
Contacting Customer Support and

Returning MX480 Hardware
• Locating MX480 Component Serial Numbers on page 315

• Contacting Customer Support on page 327
• Returning a Hardware Component to Juniper Networks, Inc. on page 327
• Tools and Parts Required to Replace Components from an M Series, MX Series, or T
Series Router on page 328
• Packing the MX480 Router for Shipment on page 329
• Guidelines for Packing Router Components for Shipment on page 330
Locating MX480 Component Serial Numbers
• Displaying MX480 Router Components and Serial Numbers on page 315

• MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label on page 317
• MX480 SCB Serial Number Label on page 318
• MX480 DPC Serial Number Label on page 319
• MX480 FPC Serial Number Label on page 320
• MX480 Power Supply Serial Number Label on page 325
• MX480 Routing Engine Serial Number Label on page 326
Displaying MX480 Router Components and Serial Numbers

Before contacting Juniper Networks, Inc. to request a Return Materials Authorization
(RMA), you must find the serial number on the router or component. To display all of the
router components and their serial numbers, enter the following command-line interface
(CLI) command:

Hardware inventory:
Item Version Part number Serial number Description
Chassis JN10B6596AFB MX480

Midplane REV 01 710-017414 MX480

FPM Board
PEM 0 Rev 1E 740-017330 000083 PS 2.0kW; 90-264V AC
PEM 1 Rev 1E 740-017330 000089 PS 2.0kW; 90-264V AC
PEM 2 Rev 1E 740-017330 000109 PS 2.0kW; 90-264V AC
Routing Engine 0 REV 06 740-015113 1000694968 RE-S-1300
Routing Engine 1 REV 06 740-015113 1000694976 RE-S-1300
CB 0 REV 07 710-013385 KA5867 MX SCB
CB 1 REV 07 710-013385 KA5863 MX SCB
FPC 0 REV 01 750-018124 KA5710 DPCE 4x 10GE R
CPU REV 06 710-013713 KB4077 DPC PMB
PIC 0 BUILTIN BUILTIN 1x 10GE(LAN/WAN)
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-014289 C712XU01J XFP-10G-SR
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-014289 C712XU01E XFP-10G-SR
FPC 1 REV 01 750-018122 JZ8183 DPCE 40x 1GE R
CPU REV 06 710-013713 KA0454 DPC PMB
PIC 0 BUILTIN BUILTIN 10x 1GE(LAN)
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SNB SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 P9M0TYY SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SQ9 SFP-SX
Xcvr 4 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SQR SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1L2P SFP-SX
Xcvr 0 NON-JNPR MTC009778 SFP-T
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1L2N SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SQD SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1L27 SFP-SX
FPC 2 REV 01 750-018122 KA5576 DPCE 40x 1GE R
CPU REV 06 710-013713 KB3961 DPC PMB
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-011782 PB83DK1 SFP-SX
Xcvr 1 REV 01 740-011782 PB82174 SFP-SX
Xcvr 2 REV 01 740-011782 PB81U9C SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011782 PB8329N SFP-SX
Xcvr 4 REV 01 740-011782 PB832A0 SFP-SX
Xcvr 5 REV 01 740-011782 PB82A3T SFP-SX
Xcvr 6 REV 01 740-011782 PB835F7 SFP-SX
Xcvr 7 REV 01 740-011782 PB81NBR SFP-SX
Xcvr 8 REV 01 740-011782 PB82CGR SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 PB81NC4 SFP-SX
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-011782 PB81NBS SFP-SX
Xcvr 1 REV 01 740-011782 PB8390V SFP-SX
Xcvr 2 REV 01 740-011782 PB75EFU SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011782 PB82VHH SFP-SX
Xcvr 4 REV 01 740-011782 PB832DA SFP-SX
Xcvr 5 REV 01 740-011782 P9M0U35 SFP-SX
Xcvr 8 REV 01 740-011782 P9M0U3C SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011782 P9M0U3B SFP-SX
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1YWF SFP-SX
Xcvr 1 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1Z55 SFP-SX
Xcvr 2 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1YXD SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011785 P6N0TQ1 SFP-LX

Appendix G: Contacting Customer Support and Returning MX480 Hardware
Xcvr 4 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1Z4Q SFP-SX

Xcvr 5 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1XDZ SFP-SX
Xcvr 6 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SQQ SFP-SX
Xcvr 7 REV 01 740-011782 P8N1Y6L SFP-SX
Xcvr 8 REV 01 740-011613 PAJ4SYW SFP-SX
Xcvr 9 0 NON-JNPR AM06211TK7 SFP-SX
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1XB3 SFP-SX
Xcvr 1 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1YHY SFP-SX
Xcvr 2 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1XDV SFP-SX
Xcvr 3 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1Z7B SFP-SX
Xcvr 4 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1YWE SFP-SX
Xcvr 5 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1X5W SFP-SX
Xcvr 6 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1Z5E SFP-SX
Xcvr 7 REV 01 740-011782 PAR1XB6 SFP-SX
Xcvr 8 REV 01 740-011785 PAQ0ZAS SFP-LX
Xcvr 9 REV 01 740-011785 PAQ0ZA8 SFP-LX
FPC 5 REV 08 710-014219 KB0710 DPC 4x 10GE R
CPU REV 06 710-013713 KB1015 DPC PMB
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-014279 733019A00156 XFP-10G-LR
Xcvr 0 REV 01 740-014279 733019A00192 XFP-10G-LR
Fan Tray Left Fan Tray
Most components also have a small rectangular serial number ID label (see Figure 133
on page 317) attached to the component body.
Figure 133: Serial Number ID Label
Related • MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label on page 317

Documentation
MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label

The chassis serial number is located on the side of the chassis (see Figure 134 on page 318).

Figure 134: MX480 Chassis Serial Number Label
Related • Displaying MX480 Router Components and Serial Numbers on page 315
Documentation
MX480 SCB Serial Number Label

The serial number is located on the right side of the top of the SCB (see Figure 135 on
page 319).

Figure 135: SCB Serial Number Label
g004068
Serial number
ID label
Related • Replacing an MX480 SCB on page 174

Documentation
MX480 DPC Serial Number Label

The serial number label is located on the center of the right side of the DPC (see Figure
136 on page 320).

Figure 136: DPC Serial Number Label
OK/FAIL
Serial number
0/0
TUNNEL
LINK
ID label
AA567 8
1/0
TUNNEL
LINK
2/0
TUNNEL
LINK
g004067
3/0
TUNNEL
LINK
Related • Replacing an MX480 DPC on page 190

Documentation
MX480 FPC Serial Number Label

The serial number label is located on the center of the right side of the FPC (see Figure
137 on page 321).

Figure 137: FPC Serial Number Label
Serial number ID label
AA1234
g004410
Related • Replacing an MX480 FPC on page 194

Documentation
MX480 PIC Serial Number Label

The serial number label is located on the right side of the PIC (see Figure 138 on page 322),
when the PIC is vertically oriented (as it would be installed in the router). The exact
location may be slightly different on different PICs, depending on the placement of
components on the PIC board.

Figure 138: PIC Serial Number Label
Related • Replacing an MX480 PIC on page 199

Documentation
MX480 MPC Serial Number Label

The serial number label is near the connectors located on the left side of the MPC when
it is oriented vertically (see Figure 139 on page 323).

Figure 139: MPC Serial Number Label
MX-MPC1-3D-Q
OK/Fail
Serial number ID
label (yellow, on
opposite side)
g004927
Related • Replacing an MX480 MPC on page 203

Documentation
MX480 MIC Serial Number Label

The serial number label location varies per MIC (see Figure 141 on page 324 and Figure 142
on page 324). The exact location may be slightly different on different MICs, depending

on the placement of components on the MIC board (see Figure 140 on page 324, Figure
141 on page 324, Figure 142 on page 324, and Figure 143 on page 324).
Figure 140: 2-Port MIC Serial Number Label Figure 141: 4-Port MIC Serial Number Label
g004931
g004930
Serial number
Serial number
ID label
ID label
Figure 142: 20-Port MIC Serial Number Label Figure 143: 40-Port MIC Serial Number Label
Serial
number
ID label
g004932
g004933
Serial number
ID label

Related • Replacing an MX480 MIC on page 208

Documentation
MX480 Power Supply Serial Number Label

The serial number label is located on the top of the AC power supply (see Figure 144 on
page 325).
The serial number label is located on the top of the DC power supply faceplate (see
Figure 144: AC Power Supply Serial Number Label

Figure 145: DC Power Supply Serial Number Label
Related • Replacing an MX480 AC Power Supply on page 228

Documentation
MX480 Routing Engine Serial Number Label

The serial number label is located on the left side of the top of the Routing Engine (see
Figure 146: Routing Engine Serial Number Label

Serial number ID label
AAAA0000
g004063

Related • Replacing an MX480 Routing Engine on page 184

Documentation
Contacting Customer Support
You can contact Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) 24 hours a day,
7 days a week in one of the following ways:
• On the Web, using the Case Manager link at:
http://www.juniper.net/support/
• By telephone:
From the US and Canada: 1-888-314-JTAC
From all other locations: 1-408-745-9500
If contacting JTAC by phone, enter your 11-digit case number followed by the # key if
this is an existing case, or press the * key to be routed to the next available support
engineer.
When requesting support from JTAC by telephone, be prepared to provide the following
information:
• Your existing case number, if you have one
• Details of the failure or problem
• Type of activity being performed on the platform when the problem occurred
• Configuration data using one or more of the show commands

Documentation
Returning a Hardware Component to Juniper Networks, Inc.
If a problem cannot be resolved by the JTAC technician, a Return Materials Authorization

(RMA) is issued. This number is used to track the returned material at the factory and to
return repaired or new components to the customer as needed.
NOTE: Do not return any component to Juniper Networks, Inc. unless you
have first obtained an RMA number. Juniper Networks, Inc. reserves the right
to refuse shipments that do not have an RMA. Refused shipments will be
returned to the customer by collect freight.

For more information about return and repair policies, see the customer support Web
page at http://www.juniper.net/support/guidelines.html.
For product problems or technical support issues, contact the Juniper Networks Technical
Assistance Center (JTAC) using the Case Manager link at http://www.juniper.net/support/
or at 1-888-314-JTAC (within the United States) or 1-408-745-9500 (from outside the
United States).
To return a hardware component:
1. Determine the part number and serial number of the component.
2. Obtain an RMA number from the Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC).
You can send e-mail or telephone as described above.
3. Provide the following information in your e-mail message or during the telephone call:
• Part number and serial number of component
• Your name, organization name, telephone number, and fax number
• Description of the failure
4. The support representative validates your request and issues an RMA number for
return of the component.
5. Pack the component for shipment.
Related • Contacting Customer Support on page 327

Documentation
Tools and Parts Required to Replace Components from an M Series, MX Series, or T

Series Router
To remove components from the router or the router from a rack, you need the following
tools and parts:
• 2.5-mm flat-blade (–) screwdriver, for detaching alarm relay terminal block
• Blank panels to cover empty slots
• Electrostatic bag or antistatic mat, for each component
• Flat-blade (–) screwdriver
• Mechanical lift, if available
• Rubber safety cap for fiber-optic interfaces or cable
• Wire cutters

Packing the MX480 Router for Shipment
To pack the router for shipment:
1. Retrieve the shipping crate and packing materials in which the router was originally
shipped. If you do not have these materials, contact your Juniper Networks
representative about approved packaging materials.
2. On the console or other management device connected to the master Routing Engine,
enter CLI operational mode and issue the following command to shut down the router
software. (If two Routing Engines are installed, also issue the command on the backup
Routing Engine.)
user@host> request system halt

Wait until a message appears on the console confirming that the operating system
has halted.
Commands.
4. Shut down power to the router by pressing the AC input switch or DC circuit breaker
for all power supplies to the off (O) position.
5. Disconnect power from the router.
6. Remove the cables that connect to all external devices.
7. Remove all field replaceable units (FRUs) from the router.
8. Remove the router from the rack:
• If you are using a mechanical lift, place the lift platform under the router, unscrew
and remove the mounting screws from the rack, and move the router to the shipping
crate.
• If you are not using a mechanical lift and the router weight is fully supported by a
shelf or another router, unscrew and remove the mounting screws from the rack.
Three people can then lift the router and move it to the shipping crate.
• If you are not using a mechanical lift and the router weight is not fully supported by
a shelf or another router, three people should grasp the router while a fourth person
unscrews and removes the mounting screws from the rack. The three lifters can
then move the router to the shipping container.
9. Place the router in the shipping crate or onto the pallet. If on a pallet, bolt the router
to the pallet.
10. Cover the router with an ESD bag and place the packing foam on top of and around
the router.
11. Replace the accessory box on top of the packing foam.

12. Securely tape the box closed or place the crate cover over the router.
13. Write the RMA number on the exterior of the box to ensure proper tracking.

Documentation
• Powering Off the MX480 Router on page 115
• Disconnecting an MX480 AC Power Supply Cord on page 235
• Disconnecting an MX480 DC Power Supply Cable on page 236
Guidelines for Packing Router Components for Shipment
To pack and ship individual components:
• When you return components, make sure they are adequately protected with packing
materials and packed so that the pieces are prevented from moving around inside the
carton.
• Use the original shipping materials if they are available.
• Place individual components in electrostatic bags.
• Write the RMA number on the exterior of the box to ensure proper tracking.
CAUTION: Do not stack any of the router components.

Documentation

PART 5
Index
• Index on page 333


alarms
cutoff/lamp test button...............................................37
LEDs (red and yellow) on craft interface..............37
messages, list of...........................................................150
relay contacts.................................................................40
Index connecting wire....................................................167
disconnecting wire..............................................165
wire specifications..............................................310
Symbols temperature, displaying.............................................152
#, comments in configuration statements..................xxii altitude, acceptable range................................................283
( ), in syntax descriptions...................................................xxii antistatic mat, using...........................................................248
< >, in syntax descriptions..................................................xxii approvals, agency.................................................................275
[ ], in configuration statements.......................................xxii AS MLC
{ }, in configuration statements.......................................xxii components......................................................................21
| (pipe), in syntax descriptions.........................................xxii AS MLCs.....................................................................................20
replacing..........................................................................214
A AS MSC
AC plug types.........................................................................298 description........................................................................23
AC power AS MSCs
consumption.................................................................285 replacing...........................................................................217
provisioning...................................................................285 AS MXC
AC power cables description........................................................................24
specifications................................................................298 AS MXCs
AC power circuit breaker...................................................298 replacing.........................................................................220
AC power supply ATM analyzer, use of............................................................138
configurations..................................................................43 attenuation in fiber-optic cable......................................307
cord See AC power cord AUX port See auxiliary port
description........................................................................42 auxiliary port (for Routing Engine management)
electrical specifications...............................................42 cable
installing................................................................106, 229 connection during initial installation.............98
removing.........................................................................228 connector pinouts (DB-9)................................314
replacing.........................................................................228 replacement instructions.................................189
AC power supply cord specifications........................................................310
connecting.....................................................................236 description........................................................................33
disconnecting................................................................235
replacing..........................................................................235 B
specifications................................................................298 battery
accessory box environmental compliance......................................279
parts list.............................................................................63 handling warning.........................................................259
removing.............................................................................61 lithium..............................................................................279
agency approvals..................................................................275 booting the router..........................................................107, 113
air filter braces, in configuration statements...............................xxii
installing..........................................................................164 brackets
maintaining.....................................................................124 angle, in syntax descriptions....................................xxii
removing..........................................................................164 square, in configuration statements......................xxii
routine inspection of....................................................123
airflow C
cabinet mounting
required clearance around chassis for.........56, 255
requirements....................................................................57

cable grounding points..........................................................8, 9

auxiliary or console port (for Routing Engine installing in rack..............................................................74
management) weight....................................................................................7
connecting during initial installation.............98 checklist for site preparation..............................................53
replacing.................................................................189 chromatic dispersion in fiber-optic cable...................307
cover Class 1 laser warning............................................................257
installation.............................................................100 Class 1 LED warning.............................................................257
DPC Class A electronic emission notice
connecting during maintenance...................224 Canada.............................................................................277
disconnecting.......................................................222 European Community.................................................277
maintaining............................................................138 United States.................................................................279
Ethernet port (for Routing Engine cleaning instructions
management) fiber-optic transceivers..............................................138
connecting during initial installation..............97 clearance, around rack................................................56, 255
replacing.................................................................188 CLI
fiber-optic as troubleshooting tool..............................................149
cleaning instructions for transceivers..........138 command
grounding See DC power and grounding cables to check power supplies...................................159
MIC to display chassis alarm messages..............150
connecting during maintenance...................224 to display DPC status........................................130
maintaining............................................................138 to display FPC status..........................................132
MPC to display MIC status..........................................137
connecting during maintenance...................224 to display MPC status........................................135
maintaining............................................................138 to display PIC status...........................................134
PIC to display serial number....................................315
connecting during maintenance...................224 commands
disconnecting.......................................................222 ping....................................................................................149
maintaining............................................................138 show chassis alarms.................................150, 152, 159
power See AC power cord show chassis fpc
cable management brackets for DPC status..............................................130, 152
description........................................................................49 for FPC status........................................................132
fiber-optic cable, use with...............................134, 138 for MPC status......................................................135
installing...................................................................81, 239 show chassis fpc detail
removing.........................................................................239 for DPC status.......................................................152
replacing.........................................................................239 for MPC status......................................................135
cables show chassis fpc pic-status.....................................134
fiber-optic for MIC status........................................................137
attenuation............................................................307 for MPC status......................................................135
dispersion..............................................................307 show chassis hardware..............................................315
multimode and single-mode.........................307 show chassis environment pem.............................159
transmission distance, maximum................307 show chassis fpc.................................................154, 156
wavelength ranges.............................................307 show chassis fpc detail.....................................154, 156
Canada Class A notice........................................................277 traceroute........................................................................149
Canada electronic emission Class A notice................277 comments, in configuration statements......................xxii
case number, for JTAC.........................................................327 compatibility, electromagnetic.......................................305
chassis............................................................................................7 compliance
alarm messages See alarm, messages Declaration of Conformity.........................................277
dimensions..........................................................................7 EMC requirements..............................................277, 279
ESD points...........................................................................7 general standards........................................................275

Index
components LEDs
AS MLC...............................................................................20 alarm (red and yellow)........................................37
AS MXC..............................................................................24 MPC LEDs.........................................................................39
cable management brackets....................................49 power supply LEDs........................................................39
chassis...................................................................................7 removing..........................................................................166
craft interface...................................................................37 routine inspection of....................................................123
DPC......................................................................................10 SCB LEDs..........................................................................40
field replacement..........................................................161 curly braces, in configuration statements....................xxii
FPCs.....................................................................................16 customer support.................................................................xxiii
host subsystem..............................................................26 contacting.......................................................................327
MICs......................................................................................15 contacting JTAC............................................................xxiii
midplane..............................................................................9
MPCs....................................................................................13 D
MX SCBes.........................................................................30 DC power
MX SCBs............................................................................27 copper conductors warning.....................................272
overview................................................................................7 disconnection warning..............................................267
packing for shipment.................................................330 grounding equipment warning...............................265
PICs...............................................................................19, 23 grounding requirements warning..........................265
power supplies.................................................................41 power supplies disconnection warning..............266
redundancy.........................................................................4 removal warning...........................................................272
Routing Engine.........................................................32, 34 source cabling..............................................................303
configuration wiring terminations warning....................................274
router..................................................................................117 DC power circuit breaker...................................................302
connecting DC power supplies
AC power supply cord................................................236 multiple disconnection warning............................266
DC power supply cable..............................................237 DC power supply
CONSOLE port See console port cables See DC power cables
console port (for Routing Engine management) configurations.................................................................45
cable installing...................................................................111, 232
connection during initial installation.............98 removing.........................................................................230
connector pinout (RJ-45)........................313, 314 replacing.........................................................................230
replacement instructions.................................189 DC power supply cable
specifications........................................................310 connecting......................................................................237
description........................................................................33 disconnecting................................................................236
conventions lugs...................................................................................304
notice icons......................................................................xxi replacing.........................................................................236
text and syntax..............................................................xxii specifications...............................................................304
cooling system DC specifications
troubleshooting.............................................................152 electrical..........................................................................301
copper conductors warning (DC power).....................272 Declaration of Conformity.................................................277
craft interface Dense Port Concentrator See DPC See MPCs
alarm cutoff/lamp test button..................................37 disconnecting
alarm relay contacts.....................................................40 DC power supply cable.............................................236
description........................................................................37 dispersion in fiber-optic cable.........................................307
DPC LEDs..........................................................................39 documentation
fan LEDs............................................................................40 comments on................................................................xxiii
FPC LEDs...........................................................................39 DPC
host subsystem LEDs...................................................38 LEDs.....................................................................................12
installing..........................................................................166

DPC cables ESD

connecting......................................................................100 preventing damage to components by..............248
DPCs Ethernet port
cable description........................................................................33
installation instructions....................................224 Ethernet port (for Routing Engine management)
removal instructions..........................................222 cable
components......................................................................12 connection during initial installation..............97
connecting......................................................................100 replacement instructions.................................188
description.........................................................................10 specifications........................................................310
holding.............................................................................140 European Community Class A notice............................277
installing...........................................................................192
LEDs....................................................................................39 F
maintaining............................................................130, 138 fan
reinstalling LEDs....................................................................................49
after chassis installation.............................79, 94 LEDs on the craft interface........................................40
removing.........................................................................190 fan tray
before chassis installation..........................72, 86 installing..........................................................................169
replacing..........................................................................190 maintaining.....................................................................124
status, checking..........................................130, 138, 152 reinstalling
storing...............................................................................142 after chassis installation..............................77, 92
terminology.....................................................................139 removing..........................................................................168
troubleshooting.............................................................152 before chassis installation...........................71, 85
dual-wide MICs troubleshooting.............................................................152
installing...........................................................................212 fiber-optic
power budget calculation........................................308
E field-replaceable units.........................................................161
earthquakes fire safety requirements.....................................................249
site preparation for........................................................56 Flexible PIC Concentrators See FPCs
tested toleration for seismic...................................283 font conventions....................................................................xxii
electrical specifications............................................297, 301 FPCs..............................................................................................16
electricity components......................................................................18
safety warnings............................................................264 LEDs....................................................................................39
site wiring guidelines..................................................305 maintaining.....................................................................132
electromagnetic reinstalling
compatibility See EMC after chassis installation............................80, 95
pulse.................................................................................305 removing
electronic emission Class A notice before chassis installation..........................73, 87
Canada.............................................................................277 replacing..........................................................................194
European Community.................................................277 status, checking....................................................132, 154
United States.................................................................279 troubleshooting.............................................................154
electrostatic bag
using to store components......................................248 G
EMC (EMI) graceful switchover.......................................................177, 178
standards........................................................................275 grounding
suppression...................................................................305 equipment warning....................................................265
EMP (electromagnetic pulse).........................................305 requirements warning...............................................265
Enhanced MX Switch Control Boards See MX SCBEs grounding (electrical) specifications
environmental specifications..........................................283 AC-powered router.....................................................294
DC-powered router.....................................................294

Index
grounding cables DPCs..................................................................................192

lug......................................................................................296 dual-wide MICs..............................................................212
grounding points..................................................................294 fan tray.............................................................................169
guidelines MIC cables......................................................................100
laser safety.....................................................................256 MIC, connecting............................................................100
safety ...............................................................................245 MPC cables....................................................................100
MPC, connecting..........................................................100
H PIC, connecting.............................................................100
higher-order mode loss (HOL)........................................307 power and grounding cables
host subsystem tools required........................................................103
LEDs....................................................................................26 Routing Engine..............................................................185
LEDs on the craft interface.........................................38 SCB.....................................................................................175
maintaining.....................................................................128 SFP....................................................................................227
overview.............................................................................26 transceiver......................................................................227
taking offline..................................................................170 unpacking the router.....................................................61
hot-pluggable components, description......................161 XFP....................................................................................227
humidity (relative), acceptable......................................283 installation instructions, MX240, MX480, MX960,
M120, M320
I SSD storage drive.........................................................186
immunity standards.............................................................275 installation warning.............................................................250
installation instructions installing
AC power supply..........................................................106 AC power supply..........................................................229
air filter.............................................................................164 AC power, connecting.................................................105
alarm relay contact wires cable management brackets..................................239
during initial installation.....................................99 chassis
for maintenance or replacement..........165, 167 tools required..........................................................83
tools required..........................................................97 DC power supply...................................................111, 232
cable, auxiliary or console port (for Routing DC power, connecting................................................108
Engine management) overview............................................................................59
during initial installation.....................................98 parts received, verifying...............................................63
for maintenance or replacement..................189 instructions
tools required..........................................................97 cleaning See cleaning instructions
cable, DPC maintenance See maintenance guidelines
for maintenance or replacement..................224 DPC...........................................................................138
cable, Ethernet port (for Routing Engine MIC............................................................................138
management) MPC..........................................................................138
during initial installation.....................................97 PIC....................................................................134, 138
for maintenance or replacement..................188 interface
tools required..........................................................97 network............................................................................307
cable, MIC interference
for maintenance or replacement..................224 electromagnetic..........................................................305
cable, MPC radio frequency............................................................305
for maintenance or replacement..................224
cable, PIC J
for maintenance or replacement..................224 Japan VCCI notice See Japan Voluntary Control
chassis Council for Interference notice
tools required.........................................................69 Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference
craft interface................................................................166 notice....................................................................................278
DPC cables.....................................................................100 jewelry removal warning...................................................260

Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center MPCs.................................................................................135

(JTAC).....................................................................................151 PIC......................................................................................134
warnings.........................................................................259
L management
laser port See Ethernet port
beam warning...............................................................258 manuals
Class 1 laser warning...................................................257 comments on................................................................xxiii
safety guidelines..........................................................256 MIC cables
LEDs connecting......................................................................100
AC power supplies.........................................................44 replacing..........................................................................222
alarm (red and yellow on craft interface) MICs
description................................................................37 cable, installation instructions...............................224
Class 1 LED warning.....................................................257 connecting......................................................................100
DC power supplies........................................................46 description.........................................................................15
DPC...............................................................................12, 39 dual-wide, installing....................................................212
fan................................................................................40, 49 LEDs.....................................................................................16
FPC......................................................................................39 maintaining............................................................137, 138
host subsystem.......................................................26, 38 replacing.........................................................................208
MIC........................................................................................16 serial number................................................................323
MPC...............................................................................15, 39 status, checking....................................................137, 138
on components..............................................................151 midplane.......................................................................................9
on craft interface..........................................................150 description..........................................................................9
power supplies................................................................39 functions..............................................................................9
Routing Engine.........................................................35, 36 midplane energy hazard warning..................................266
safety warnings.............................................................257 modal dispersion in fiber-optic cable...........................307
SCB.....................................................................................40 mode loss, higher-order.....................................................307
lightning activity warning..................................................262 Modular Interface Cards See MICs
link loss, calculating............................................................309 MPC cables
lithium battery compliance...............................................279 connecting......................................................................100
lugs for DC power and grounding cables....................296 replacing..........................................................................222
lugs for DC power cables..................................................304 MPCs
cable, installation instructions...............................224
M components......................................................................14
maintaining connecting......................................................................100
DPC...........................................................................130, 138 description.........................................................................13
DPC cable........................................................................138 LEDs..............................................................................15, 39
FPC.....................................................................................132 maintaining............................................................135, 138
host subsystem.............................................................128 replacing.........................................................................203
MIC.....................................................................................138 serial number.................................................................322
MPC...................................................................................138 status, checking..........................................135, 138, 156
PIC......................................................................................138 troubleshooting............................................................156
PIC cable..........................................................................138 multimode fiber-optic cable See cables, fiber-optic
maintenance guidelines MX SCB
air filter..............................................................................124 components.....................................................................27
cable description........................................................................26
PIC.............................................................................134 MX SCBE
DPC....................................................................................130 description........................................................................29
fan tray..............................................................................124 MX SCBes
MIC......................................................................................137 components....................................................................30

Index
MX Switch Control Boards See MX SCBs port

auxiliary See auxiliary port
N console See console port
NEBS standards....................................................................275 Ethernet See Ethernet port
notice icons...............................................................................xxi power
notices budget calculation......................................................308
Canada, Class A............................................................277 cables and cords See AC power cord; DC power
Declaration of Conformity.........................................277 cables
European Community.................................................277 disconnection warning (DC power)......................267
Japan Voluntary Control Council for margin calculation......................................................309
Interference...............................................................278 surges..............................................................................305
United States.................................................................279 system
Voluntary Control Council for Interference, specifications.......................................................285
Japan............................................................................278 power supplies
AC electrical specifications......................................297
O cables See DC power
open-frame rack See rack DC electrical specifications......................................301
operating temperature warning......................................262 description.........................................................................41
overview power supply
router.....................................................................................3 LEDs............................................................................44, 46
on the craft interface...........................................39
P reinstalling
parentheses, in syntax descriptions...............................xxii after chassis installation..............................76, 91
PEMs See power supplies removing
Physical Interface Cards See PICs before chassis installation.........................70, 84
physical specifications....................................................7, 281 power system
PIC cables troubleshooting............................................................159
connecting......................................................................100 powering off the router........................................................115
PICs powering on the router................................................107, 113
cable product disposal warning.................................................263
installation instructions....................................224 provisioning
removal instructions..........................................222 AC power........................................................................285
connecting......................................................................100
description.........................................................................19 Q
maintaining............................................................134, 138 qualified personnel warning............................................246
overview.............................................................................19
replacing..........................................................................199 R
status, checking...................................................134, 138 rack
troubleshooting.............................................................155 clearance around, required...............................56, 255
ping command.......................................................................149 mounting bracket hole spacing................................55
pinouts securing to building.......................................................56
RJ-45 cable connector ports rack mounting
(auxiliary/console)..................................................314 moving brackets.............................................................67
RJ-45 Ethernet cable connector port...................313 rack mounting warning.......................................................251
plug types radiation warning.................................................................258
AC......................................................................................298 radio frequency interference, preventing....................305
ramp warning.........................................................................255
redundancy..................................................................................4

reinstalling replacing
DPC AC power supply..........................................................228
after chassis installation.............................79, 94 AC power supply cord................................................235
fan tray AS MLCs...........................................................................214
after chassis installation..............................77, 92 AS MSCs...........................................................................217
FPC AS MXCs.........................................................................220
after chassis installation............................80, 95 cable management brackets..................................239
power supply DC power supply.........................................................230
after chassis installation..............................76, 91 DC power supply cable.............................................236
SCB DPC...................................................................................190
after chassis installation.............................78, 93 FPCs..................................................................................194
relative humidity, acceptable...........................................283 PICs...................................................................................199
removal instructions requirements
AC power supply..........................................................228 fire safety........................................................................249
air filter.............................................................................164 restricted access warning..................................................247
alarm relay contact wires..........................................165 RFI..............................................................................................305
cable RJ-45 cable connector pinouts........................................313
auxiliary or console port (for Routing RJ-45 cable connector pinouts (auxiliary and
Engine management)...................................189 console ports)....................................................................314
DPC...........................................................................222 router
Ethernet port (for Routing Engine component overview.......................................................7
management)..................................................188 configuration....................................................................117
PIC.............................................................................222 parts list.............................................................................63
craft interface................................................................166 physical specifications....................................................7
DC power supply.........................................................230 unpacking..........................................................................61
DPC weight....................................................................................7
before chassis installation..........................72, 86 Routing Engine
DPCs.................................................................................190 description.................................................................32, 34
fan tray.............................................................................168 installing..........................................................................185
before chassis installation...........................71, 85 LEDs.............................................................................35, 36
Routing Engine..............................................................184 maintaining.....................................................................128
SCB.....................................................................................174 ports....................................................................................33
before chassis installation...........................71, 85 description...............................................................33
SFP....................................................................................225 See also auxiliary port, console port,
transceiver......................................................................225 Ethernet port
XFP....................................................................................225 removing..........................................................................184
removing status indicator lights.............................32, 34, 35, 36
cable management brackets..................................239 taking offline..................................................................170
FPC USB port.....................................................................32, 34
before chassis installation..........................73, 87
power supply S
before chassis installation.........................70, 84 safety guidelines
replacement instructions general.............................................................................245
cable, MIC.......................................................................222 laser..................................................................................256
cable, MPC......................................................................222 safety standards...................................................................275
MICs.................................................................................208 safety warnings.....................................................................246
MPCs................................................................................203 See also warnings

Index
SCB DC power supply cable.............................................304

installing...........................................................................175 electrical.........................................................................298
LEDs....................................................................................40 cable and wiring..................................................305
maintaining.....................................................................128 environmental..............................................................283
reinstalling physical............................................................................281
after chassis installation.............................78, 93 power
removing...........................................................................174 system....................................................................285
before chassis installation...........................71, 85 rack
seismic (earthquake).........................................................283 connection to building structure.....................56
serial number front-mount flange hole spacing....................55
in output from show chassis hardware mounting bracket hole spacing.......................55
command....................................................................315 thermal output.............................................................283
MIC....................................................................................323 wires to external alarm-reporting devices..........310
MPC...................................................................................322 SSD storage drive, MX240, MX480, MX960, M120,
SFP M320
installing..........................................................................227 removing..........................................................................186
removing.........................................................................225 standards compliance........................................................275
shipping container startup, system
unpacking..........................................................................61 monitoring...............................................................107, 113
weight..................................................................................61 status indicator lights for Routing
show chassis alarms command....................150, 152, 159 Engine................................................................32, 34, 35, 36
show chassis fpc command....................................154, 156 support, technical See technical support
for DPC status.......................................................130, 152 surge protection...................................................................305
for FPC status.................................................................132 syntax conventions...............................................................xxii
for MPC status...............................................................135 system electrical specifications......................................297
show chassis fpc detail command.......................154, 156
for DPC status................................................................152 T
for MPC status...............................................................135 taking host subsystem offline..........................................170
show chassis fpc pic-status command.......................134 technical support
for MIC status.................................................................137 contacting JTAC............................................................xxiii
for MPC status...............................................................135 telco rack See rack
show chassis hardware command.................................315 temperature, acceptable range......................................283
show chassis environment pem command................159 thermal output......................................................................283
signal dispersion...................................................................307 tolerances................................................................................283
signaling, distance limitations........................................305 tools required
single-mode fiber-optic cable See cables, chassis
fiber-optic returning for repair or
site replacement............................................162, 328
electrical wiring specifications...............................305 hardware components
environmental specifications.................................283 returning for repair or
preparation replacement............................................162, 328
checklist....................................................................53 maintaining.....................................................................123
routine inspection of....................................................123 replacement...................................................................162
specifications traceroute command..........................................................149
AC power cord..............................................................298 transceiver
cable.................................................................................307 installing..........................................................................227
power......................................................................304 removing.........................................................................225
Routing Engine management ports.............310 transmission distances, fiber-optic cable...................307
clearance around rack........................................56, 255

troubleshooting wavelength ranges supported by fiber-optic

CLI commands..............................................................149 cable.....................................................................................307
cooling system...............................................................152 wiring
DPCs..................................................................................152 terminations warning (DC power)........................274
fans....................................................................................152 wiring, electrical See electricity
FPC....................................................................................154
MPC...................................................................................156 X
PIC......................................................................................155 XFP
power system................................................................159 installing..........................................................................227
removing.........................................................................225
U
United States Class A notice............................................279
unpacking the router..............................................................61
tools required....................................................................61
V
VCCI notice See Voluntary Control Council for
Interference notice
Voluntary Control Council for Interference notice
Japan................................................................................278
W
warnings
battery handling...........................................................259
Class 1 laser....................................................................257
Class 1 LED......................................................................257
copper conductors (DC power)..............................272
electrical.........................................................................264
grounding.......................................................................265
grounding equipment ...............................................265
installation.....................................................................250
jewelry removal............................................................260
laser and LED.................................................................257
laser beam.....................................................................258
levels defined................................................................243
lightning activity...........................................................262
maintenance and operational................................259
midplane energy hazard ..........................................266
multiple power supplies disconnection.............266
operating temperature..............................................262
power disconnection..................................................267
power removal..............................................................272
product disposal..........................................................263
qualified personnel.....................................................246
rack mounting................................................................251
radiation..........................................................................258
ramp.................................................................................255
restricted access..........................................................247
wiring terminations (DC power).............................274

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