Netgear
Netgear AV Line M4350-24M4X4V Ethernet Switch
Best professional switch for complex audio and video over IP networks.
The NETGEAR AV and IT M4350 Switches are engineered and certified for audio/video over IP, offering dedicated service and support. This switch brings the simplicity of the M4250 AV Line with enhanced Enterprise-class hardware, including redundant power supplies and larger fabrics with 25G and 100G uplinks. It features a revolutionary NETGEAR AV user interface and Engage Controller with pre-configured profiles for major audio, video, and lighting protocols. Key features include IGMP Plus for out-of-the-box AV-over-IP multicasting, Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk for automatic uplink configuration, and support for various AV protocols. The M4350 series also offers enterprise-class hardware with flexible port speeds and intelligent fan control, alongside industry-standard management interfaces like CLI and Web UI.
$3726.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
314
/ 2362
#314 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Brand
Netgear
/ Netgear
Who it's for
- AV installers requiring reliable, low-latency signal transmission
- Network architects planning for high-bandwidth, future-proof AV streaming
- AV technicians needing simplified deployment and intuitive management tools
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking basic networking hardware
- IT managers overseeing standard office infrastructure without AV needs
- General users lacking experience with professional AV networking terminology
Performance breakdown
AV Protocol Integration
Pre-configured profiles make complex AV-over-IP setups feel remarkably effortless.
Network Throughput
High-speed 25G and 100G uplinks handle massive data streams with ease.
Deployment Simplicity
Auto-LAG and IGMP Plus eliminate the usual headache of manual configuration.
Hardware Reliability
Redundant power supplies and enterprise-grade components ensure mission-critical uptime.
Management Flexibility
Intuitive AV interface balances perfectly with deep, industry-standard CLI controls.
PoE Versatility
Robust 522W budget powers demanding devices across all connected ports.
Key Specs
Brand
Netgear
Product Line
AV Line
Model
M4350-24M4X4V
Series
M4350
Manufacturer
Netgear, Inc
Max Data Transfer Rate
3.13 GBps
Data Link Protocols
10 Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
Know before you buy
This switch is pre-configured for major AV protocols like Dante, NDI, and SDVoE. It includes IGMP Plus, which allows for seamless, out-of-the-box multicasting without the complex manual configuration usually required for professional AV networks.
Yes, the M4350 series is designed with enterprise-class hardware that supports redundant power supplies. This ensures high availability and prevents downtime in critical audio and video environments.
The Engage Controller provides a dedicated AV user interface that replaces standard, complex IT menus with pre-configured profiles. You can quickly apply settings tailored to specific AV protocols, significantly reducing the time needed for deployment.
Absolutely. The switch features flexible port speeds, including 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G RJ-45 ports, plus 25G SFP28 uplinks. This versatility allows you to mix legacy equipment with high-bandwidth devices on the same network.
The M4350-24M4X4V offers a PoE budget of 522 watts. This is sufficient to power a wide array of PoE++ devices, such as high-end PTZ cameras, Dante-enabled speakers, and wireless access points.
Yes, it supports industry-standard management tools including a Web UI, CLI, SNMP, and sFlow. This gives IT professionals the flexibility to manage the switch using the methods they are already familiar with.
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