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Unpacking the MX480

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

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 21 in. (53.3 cm) high, 23.5 in. (60.0 cm) wide, and 32.5 in. (82.5 cm) deep. The total weight of the container containing the router and accessories can range from 93 lb (42.2 kg) to 169 lb (76.7 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 1):

  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 1: Contents of the Shipping Crate Contents of the Shipping Crate

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 1, and an accessory box, which contains the parts listed in Table 2. The parts shipped with your router can vary depending on the configuration you ordered.

Table 1: Parts List for a Fully Configured Router

Component

Quantity

Chassis, including midplane, craft interface, and center-mounting brackets

1

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 2: Accessory Box Parts List

Part

Quantity

Screws to mount chassis and small shelf

22

DC power terminal Lugs, 6-AWG

9

Cable management brackets

2

Terminal block plug, 3–pole, 5.08 mm spacing, 12A, to connect the router alarms

2

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

ESD wrist strap with cable

1
Note:

We no longer include the RJ-45 console cable with the DB-9 adapter as part of the device package. If the console cable and adapter are not included in your device package, or if you need a different type of adapter, you can order the following separately:

  • RJ-45 to DB-9 adapter (JNP-CBL-RJ45-DB9)

  • RJ-45 to USB-A adapter (JNP-CBL-RJ45-USBA)

  • RJ-45 to USB-C adapter (JNP-CBL-RJ45-USBC)

If you want to use RJ-45 to USB-A or RJ-45 to USB-C adapter you must have X64 (64-Bit) Virtual COM port (VCP) driver installed on your PC. See, https://ftdichip.com/drivers/vcp-drivers/ to download the driver.