{"product_id":"ac-mxnet-sw8p-avpro-edge","title":"AVPro Edge AC-MXNET-SW8P – 8-Port MXnet AV-over-IP Switch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AVPro Edge AC-MXNET-SW8P is an 8-port PoE+ network switch purpose-built for AV-over-IP distribution within the MXnet ecosystem. Designed as an MXnet network switch for commercial AV integration, it gives integrators a low-cost entry point for multicast video distribution in conference rooms, huddle rooms, and other mid-size commercial spaces. Four 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink ports allow link aggregation to any AC-MXNET-SW12\/24\/48 switch, making it a practical building block for scalable AV-over-IP network design. This is a direct SKU replacement for the previous AC-MXNET-SW12 with identical functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AC-MXNET-SW8P is a Layer 2\/Layer 2+ managed switch engineered specifically for MXnet AV-over-IP deployments rather than general data networking. Eight 10\/100\/1000BaseT RJ-45 ports with PoE+ support connect MXnet encoders, decoders, and wall plate transmitters directly, while four 10 Gbps SFP+ ports provide high-bandwidth uplinks and auto link aggregation to larger MXnet switches for AV-over-IP scalability in growing installations. With a 125-watt PoE budget and 96 Gbps switching capacity, the switch is sized for basic-to-mid-size multicast video systems where a full 24- or 48-port chassis would be oversized. It is configured through MXNet Mentor software, the same network operating system AVPro Edge uses on the AC-MXNET-SW24 and AC-MXNET-SW48, so multicast packetization, IGMP snooping, and Quality of Service settings are consistent across an entire MXnet AV-over-IP network design. Fast switching delivers source-to-source transitions in two seconds or less at endpoints, with no black frames, and A\/V onset timing of 70 ms or less keeps switching imperceptible to meeting participants. The switch ships preconfigured for plug-and-play operation with MXnet encoders and decoders, reducing commissioning time during commercial AV installation. It is a practical foundation for boardrooms, training rooms, and multi-room AV-over-IP systems that need centralized, IGMP-aware multicast switching without a full enterprise data switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8x Gigabit PoE+ Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Eight 10\/100\/1000BaseT RJ-45 ports with PoE+ power MXnet encoders, decoders, and wall plate transmitters directly from the switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4x 10 Gbps SFP+ Uplinks\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four SFP+ ports provide high-bandwidth core connectivity and auto link aggregation to any AC-MXNET-SW12\/24\/48 switch for network expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Gbps Switching Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — A 71.4 Mpps forwarding rate and 96 Gbps switching capacity keep multicast AV-over-IP traffic moving without congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e125W PoE Budget\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supports IEEE 802.3af\/at PoE+ endpoints across all eight copper ports without an external injector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMXnet Mentor Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e — The switch is managed through MXNet Mentor software, the same network operating system used across the AC-MXNET-SW24 and AC-MXNET-SW48.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIGMP Snooping and QoS\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built-in IGMP snooping and Quality of Service prioritize multicast video streams for stable, artifact-free playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, Low-Latency Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — Source-to-source switching completes in two seconds or less with A\/V onset timing of 70 ms or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play MXnet Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — The switch ships preconfigured for the MXnet ecosystem, reducing on-site commissioning 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Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForwarding Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.4 Mpps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJumbo Frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAC Address Table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePacket Buffer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12MB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVLAN Table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACL Table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEEE 802.3af \/ 802.3at, 125W total PoE budget\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC 100-240V, 50-60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°C to 50°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to 70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5%-90% non-condensing (95% storage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (Unit, H x D x W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 x 8.63 x 12.75 in (44.45 x 219.2 x 323.85 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (Unit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.08 lbs (2.29 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE \/ FCC \/ 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It is preconfigured for plug-and-play operation with MXnet 1G encoders, decoders, and wall plate transmitters already used in an MXnet AV-over-IP network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this switch be combined with larger MXnet switches?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Its four 10 Gbps SFP+ ports support auto uplink and link aggregation to the AC-MXNET-SW24 or AC-MXNET-SW48 for expanding a multi-room AV-over-IP deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same product as the AC-MXNET-SW12?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. AVPro Edge updated the SKU from AC-MXNET-SW12 to AC-MXNET-SW8P; the hardware and specifications are unchanged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require a separate PoE injector for MXnet endpoints?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The switch provides a 125-watt PoE+ budget across its eight copper ports, powering most MXnet encoders and decoders directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat software is used to configure the switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e MXNet Mentor software, AVPro Edge's network operating system, is used to manage multicast settings, IGMP snooping, and QoS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the warranty on this switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e AVPro Edge backs the AC-MXNET-SW8P with a 10-year product warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it support IGMP snooping for multicast video?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. 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