Netgear
Netgear AV Line 40-Port Gigabit Ethernet Managed Switch
The Netgear AV Line M4250 is a Layer 3 managed switch designed for AV professionals, featuring 40 gigabit Ethernet ports and 8x 1Gbps SFP ports for 1Gb AV over IP applications. It offers 40 PoE+ ports with a total budget of 480W, providing power and connectivity for devices. With a 96Gbps line rate fabric, it ensures congestion-free performance. The switch includes an enhanced user interface with AV profiles for simplified setup and supports Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk for seamless integration with other M4250/M4300 switches. It also features NETGEAR IGMP Plus for out-of-the-box multicast functionality and Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization.
$2399.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
597
/ 2256
#597 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Ports
4081
/ x Gigabit Ethernet, x Gbps SFP
Who it's for
- Optimized for AVoIP
- High Port Density
- Advanced Management & Control
Who should skip it
- Higher Cost Investment
- Configuration Complexity
- Overkill for Basic Needs
Key Specs
Ports
40x Gigabit Ethernet, 8x 1Gbps SFP
PoE
40 ports, 30W/port, 480W total budget
Switching Capacity
96 Gbps
Management
Layer 3 Managed, Web UI, CLI
Mounting
Desktop, Wall-mount, Rack-mount
Ethernet Standard
Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor
Rackmount, Desktop, Wall-mount
Power Source Type
AC Adapter
Features
- Engineered for 1Gb AV over IP with 40x gigabit Ethernet and 8x 1Gbps SFP ports.
- 40 PoE+ ports deliver up to 30W per port for a total of 480W power budget.
- 96Gbps line rate fabric ensures congestion-free connectivity.
- Flexible mounting options: desktop, wall, or rack.
- Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization.
- Streamlined AV interface with user-selectable profiles for common AV platforms.
- Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk for automatic configuration of connected switches.
- NETGEAR IGMP Plus for out-of-the-box multicast functionality.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Netgear AV Line 40 Port Gigabit Ethernet Managed Switch for its exceptional reliability and robust performance, making it a cornerstone for demanding AV over IP installations. Users frequently highlight the intuitive management interface, which simplifies complex network configurations and ensures smooth operation. This switch is seen as a dependable workhorse, delivering consistent uptime and efficient data handling, crucial for professional audio visual environments. Its solid build quality further contributes to its reputation as a trustworthy network solution.
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