The MPC7E-MRATE is a fixed-configuration, multi-rate line card designed for Juniper MX Series Universal Routing Platforms (e.g., MX240, MX480, MX960 and compatible MX2000 systems). It integrates Junos Trio chipsets to deliver scalable, flexible port configurations with support for 10 GbE, 40 GbE and 100 GbE speeds from a single card, enabling operators to tailor interface density and throughput for diverse service requirements in edge and core routing environments.
Ideal deployment / environment:
The MPC7E-MRATE line card is ideal for edge and aggregation nodes within Juniper MX Series deployments that require flexible multi-rate Ethernet connectivity without committing to separate fixed-speed line cards for each rate. Its ability to support 10 GbE, 40 GbE and 100 GbE on the same hardware makes it suitable for variable traffic patterns, mixed client speeds and growth-oriented service expansion in service provider, data centre and large enterprise WAN or metro environments. When paired with appropriate power, cooling and switch-fabric resources, it enables efficient use of chassis slots while scaling throughput and interface density according to operational needs.
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|---|---|
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