Netgear
Netgear M4300-28G-PoE+ Switch
Best managed switch for growing businesses needing reliable professional network infrastructure.
Elevate your network infrastructure with the Netgear M4300-28G-PoE+ Switch. This powerful Layer 3 managed switch is engineered for demanding professional environments, offering 24 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 high-speed SFP+ uplink ports for robust connectivity. Its advanced network management capabilities, combined with a rackmount design, ensure efficient control and scalability. Ideal for businesses seeking a reliable, high-performance networking solution, this switch provides the foundation for modern, efficient network operations.
$1839.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
310
/ 2256
#310 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Total Ports
28
Who it's for
- IT managers powering multiple high-draw devices like cameras and phones
- Network engineers building resilient, scalable infrastructure with zero downtime
- System administrators requiring advanced routing for complex network segmentation
Who should skip it
- Beginners preferring intuitive, modern graphical management interfaces
- Office managers needing quiet equipment for open-plan workspaces
- Data centers requiring multi-gigabit uplinks for high-speed core connectivity
Performance breakdown
PoE+ Power Budget
Ample power delivery for demanding wireless access points and security cameras.
Uplink Versatility
High-speed SFP+ ports provide essential bandwidth for modern network backbones.
Management Depth
Layer 3 capabilities offer granular control for complex enterprise network routing.
Deployment Flexibility
Standard rackmount design integrates seamlessly into professional server room environments.
Interface Accessibility
Dual Web UI and CLI options cater to both novice and experts.
Scalability Potential
Robust architecture supports growing business needs with reliable high-speed throughput.
Key Specs
Total Ports
28
Copper Ports
24 (RJ-45)
Uplink/SFP+ Ports
4 (2 SFP+ Copper, 2 SFP+)
Port Speed
1000Mb (Gigabit Ethernet)
Management Layer
Layer3
Form Factor
Rackmount
PoE Support
True
Model Number
GSM4328PA-100AJS
Features
- 24 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 4 SFP+ uplink ports
- Advanced Layer 3 management
- Web UI and CLI management
- Rackmount installation ready
- Full Power over Ethernet Plus
- Supports Jumbo Frames
- Professional network infrastructure
What customers say
This switch earns high praise, especially for its exceptional value in demanding AVoIP and SMB settings. Users appreciate the robust feature set, including full Layer 3 routing, a strong PoE+ budget, and necessary 10G uplinks, all competitively priced against enterprise gear. It reliably handles complex multicast traffic for video networks. The lifetime hardware warranty further solidifies its long-term value proposition. The main drawback cited is the operating system's complexity; the initial setup and GUI can be nonintuitive for less experienced engineers. Despite this learning curve, once configured, the M4300 is viewed as a high-performance, dependable solution where advanced features meet budget constraints.
Know before you buy
Yes, all 24 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports support PoE+ (802.3at), allowing you to power devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points directly through the network cable.
Yes, the switch features 4 SFP+ ports that support high-speed 10 Gigabit connectivity, making it ideal for connecting to high-bandwidth servers or core network switches.
Absolutely. As a Layer 3 managed switch, it offers sophisticated routing capabilities and traffic management, which can be configured via a user-friendly Web UI or a command-line interface (CLI).
Yes, the unit is built with a rackmount form factor, making it easy to integrate into standard professional server racks and network cabinets.
Yes, it supports Jumbo Frames, which helps improve network performance and efficiency when transferring large data files across your infrastructure.
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