juniper MX Series MX960
The Juniper MX960 is an industry-standard 16U modular universal edge and core routing platform deployed globally by Tier 1 telecom carriers, cable operators, and cloud datacenters. Accommodating fourteen MPC line card slots, three Switch Control Boards, and dual redundant Routing Engines, the MX960 delivers up to 12 Tbps of system forwarding capacity. Renowned for zero-downtime operations, hitless software upgrades, and multi-generation line card investment protection, the MX960 is traded as a benchmark enterprise routing chassis.
Specifications
| Brand | juniper |
|---|---|
| Family | MX Series |
| Form factor | 16U modular router |
| Released | Dec 2006 |
| Slots | 14 dedicated MPC line card slots, 3 SCB slots, 2 Routing Engine slots |
| Form factor | 16U modular rack enclosure with dual high-output fan trays |
| System capacity | Up to 12 Tbps full-duplex switching throughput |
| Scalability | Accommodates up to 210x 100GbE ports or 56x 400GbE ports with MPC10E modules |
| Proven reliability | Carrier-proven architecture deployed in global Tier 1 backbones for two decades |
Generations
- Previous generation: juniper MX Series MX480
- Next generation: juniper MX Series MX10008
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 MX960.
- Compatibility Juniper Hardware Compatibility Tool (optics and modules)
- Specifications Juniper TechLibrary
- Support Juniper Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What power supplies are required for 100G and 400G line cards in the MX960?
High-capacity AC/DC power supplies (PSM) with upgraded chassis backplanes are required.
Can older MPC line cards operate alongside MPC10E line cards?
Yes, the MX960 supports mixed MPC card generations with compatible SCBE fabric cards.
Buying or selling MX960?
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 MX960 Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Juniper MX960 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27