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Netgear AV Line M4250 Series GSM4210PX Managed Desktop Ethernet Switch
Best managed switch for professional AV over IP network installations.
The Netgear AV Line M4250 GSM4210PX is a 10-port managed desktop switch engineered for AV over IP professionals. It features 8x 1Gb PoE+ ports with a 220W budget and 2x 10Gb SFP+ uplinks, ideal for 1Gbps codecs. This switch simplifies network setup with specialized AV profiles for major platforms like Dante and Q-SYS, accessible through a user-friendly AV GUI. Its fanless or quiet operation and advanced multicast support ensure reliable, high-performance delivery for demanding audio and video applications.
$999.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 2256
#11 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-85%
Below average
Total Ports
1081210
/ (x Gb PoE+, x Gb SFP+)
Who it's for
- AV integrators needing rapid deployment for complex audio protocols
- System designers powering multiple demanding AV-over-IP devices
- Rack installers prioritizing clean cable management and accessibility
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking basic connectivity without premium costs
- Home office users requiring simple plug-and-play network hardware
- Network engineers requiring advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities
Performance breakdown
AV Configuration Ease
Specialized profiles make complex AV network setups remarkably intuitive and fast.
Multicast Performance
IGMP Plus ensures seamless, jitter-free delivery for demanding audio-visual streams.
Acoustic Profile
Near-silent operation makes this perfect for quiet studio or boardroom environments.
PoE Power Density
The 220W budget provides ample headroom for powering multiple high-draw devices.
Uplink Versatility
Dual 10Gb SFP+ ports offer essential bandwidth for high-speed network backbones.
Build Integrity
Rugged metal housing ensures long-term reliability in professional installation settings.
Key Specs
Total Ports
10 (8x 1Gb PoE+, 2x 10Gb SFP+)
PoE Budget
220W total, 30W max per port (802.3at)
Management
Managed via Web UI and CLI
Switching Capacity
Supports 10Gbps uplinks
Jumbo Frame Support
Up to 12kb
Dimensions (WxDxH)
210 x 140 x 40 mm
Weight
0.967 kg
Acoustics
Fanless or 3dB at 25°C
Features
- Engineered for AV Over IP
- Groundbreaking AV GUI for easy setup
- Instant multicast with IGMP Plus™
- Pre-configured AV profiles
- Sleek, fanless or quiet operation
- Automatic trunk and LAG configuration
- Desktop or wall mounting
- Lifetime Hardware Warranty
What customers say
Professional Audio Video integrators highly value the Netgear M4250 switch for its specialized design and robust performance in AV over IP applications. The standout feature is the intuitive, AV focused graphical user interface. Preconfigured profiles significantly simplify complex network setups, drastically reducing deployment time and configuration errors, which is crucial for high stakes installations. Reliability, especially consistent Power over Ethernet delivery, ensures stable power for all connected endpoints. While the price is premium, users agree the dedicated feature set and stability justify the investment. This purpose built tool streamlines AV network management, leading to high satisfaction among professionals prioritizing stability and ease of deployment.
Know before you buy
The M4250 is specifically engineered for AV-over-IP workflows. It includes a dedicated AV-focused interface and pre-configured profiles for major platforms like Dante and Q-SYS, which significantly reduces the time and technical expertise required to set up complex multicast networks.
Yes. While the eight PoE+ ports are designed for 1Gbps devices, the two 10Gb SFP+ uplink ports provide the necessary bandwidth to prevent bottlenecks when connecting to high-capacity network backbones or servers.
Absolutely. The switch is designed for silent operation, featuring a fanless design that ensures it remains completely quiet, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments like recording studios or quiet meeting spaces.
The switch offers a total PoE budget of 220W, with up to 30W available per port. This is sufficient to power most standard AV-over-IP endpoints, such as IP cameras, microphones, and touch panels, simultaneously.
The M4250 is designed for versatility and can be placed directly on a desktop or mounted to a wall. Its compact form factor makes it easy to integrate into tight spaces behind displays or under furniture.
No. The switch features IGMP Plus, which automates multicast traffic management. Combined with the specialized AV GUI, you can set up complex audio and video streams without needing deep knowledge of command-line interface programming.
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