juniper MX Series MX104
The Juniper MX104 is an environmentally hardened 3.5U modular universal edge router engineered for space-constrained telecommunications central offices, mobile backhaul, and enterprise metro Ethernet aggregation. Delivering 80 Gbps of full-duplex forwarding capacity, the chassis integrates four fixed 10GbE SFP+ ports alongside four Modular Interface Card (MIC) slots and redundant Routing Engines. Operating in extreme temperature ranges from minus 40 to plus 65 degrees Celsius, the MX104 remains a highly sought-after platform for outside plant installations and carrier demarcation.
Specifications
| Brand | juniper |
|---|---|
| Family | MX Series |
| Form factor | 3.5U modular router |
| Released | Oct 2013 |
| Throughput | 80 Gbps full-duplex forwarding performance |
| Form factor | 3.5U rack-mounted environmentally hardened chassis |
| Fixed ports | 4x fixed 10GbE SFP+ ports |
| Mic slots | 4x Modular Interface Card (MIC) expansion bays |
| High availability | Dual redundant hot-swappable Routing Engines and redundant power modules |
Generations
- Next generation: juniper MX Series MX204
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 MX104.
- Compatibility Juniper Hardware Compatibility Tool (optics and modules)
- Specifications Juniper TechLibrary
- Support Juniper Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
Can the MX104 operate in unconditioned outdoor environments?
Yes, its ETSI 300-019-2-3 Class 3.3 compliance certifies operation in temperatures from -40C to +65C.
What MIC modules are compatible with the MX104?
It supports standard Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE, and legacy TDM/ATM interface cards.
Buying or selling MX104?
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 MX104 Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Juniper MX104 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27