juniper MX Series MX10016
The Juniper MX10016 is a 16-slot 21U high-capacity universal core routing platform delivering up to 153.6 Tbps of system throughput. Designed to anchor carrier backbone cores, massive multi-tenant datacenters, and Tier 1 peering hubs, the MX10016 accommodates sixteen payload line cards, six switch fabric modules, and dual redundant routing control boards. Powered by advanced Trio silicon, the chassis ensures deterministic performance, deep packet classification, and extensive subscriber telemetry at hyperscale dimensions.
Specifications
| Brand | juniper |
|---|---|
| Family | MX Series |
| Form factor | modular chassis router |
| Released | Mar 2016 |
| Slots | 16 payload line card slots, 6 switch fabric modules, 2 redundant routing control boards |
| Form factor | 21U modular rack chassis with front-to-back high-volume airflow |
| System capacity | Up to 153.6 Tbps full-duplex forwarding throughput |
| Port density | Supports up to 384x 400GbE or 1,536x 100GbE ports in a single chassis frame |
| Operating system | Junos OS and Junos OS Evolved with containerized routing engines |
Generations
- Previous generation: juniper MX Series MX960
Check compatibility with Juniper
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Juniper has tested with the juniper MX Series MX10016.
- Compatibility Juniper Hardware Compatibility Tool (optics and modules)
- Specifications Juniper TechLibrary
- Support Juniper Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What is the maximum 400GbE port density on the MX10016?
A fully populated MX10016 chassis supports up to 384 line-rate 400GbE QSFP-DD interfaces.
Does the MX10016 support in-service maintenance?
Yes, all line cards, fabric cards, power supplies, and fan modules are fully hot-swappable.
Buying or selling MX10016?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Juniper MX10016 Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Juniper MX10016 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27