The nonlinear vibration isolation system works in a chaotic state when its parameters are in chaotic range. Under single frequency harmonic excitation, the output of this system is broad spectrum response, and thus the chaotic vibration isolation system is applied to control line spectra of the warship water-born noise. The passive vibration isolation system, however, cannot change the parameters when the work condition of isolated equipments is varied, and it is difficult to ensure that the system is in chaotic state. In order to adjust the system parameter on line, the magnetorheological damper can be used to control chaos in nonlinear vibration isolation systems. The system model with magnetorheological damper is presented in this paper, and then the simulation is carried out. Results show that the magnetorheological damper can be used to reduce the amplitude of the chaotic vibration when voltage is applied to the MR. When the voltage is increased, the system can exhibit period behaviour. This is a new method for chaos control.