Netgear GSM7228PL-10000S – Layer 3 License for M5300-28G-POE+ (GSM7228PS)
Netgear GSM7228PL-10000S – Layer 3 License for M5300-28G-POE+ (GSM7228PS) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Netgear GSM7228PL-10000S – Layer 3 License for M5300-28G-POE+ (GSM7...
What is the Netgear GSM7228PL-10000S Layer 3 license?
The Netgear GSM7228PL-10000S is the Layer 3 license upgrade for the NETGEAR ProSAFE M5300-28G-POE+ (GSM7228PS) managed PoE+ switch. It moves the switch from its Layer 2+ software to full Layer 3, adding dynamic routing, VRRP and multicast routing. Netgear supplies it as an electronic SKU, with the license key delivered by email.
How does the Netgear GSM7228PL work?
The license is applied to an installed GSM7228PS: 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports with a 380 W internal PoE budget (up to 720 W with the EPS4000), 4 shared SFP ports and 2 built-in 10GBASE-T/SFP+ combo ports. Netgear notes that with a Layer 3 license upgrade, a GSM7228PS can become the stack master and handle the full stack Layer 3 configuration.
The license adds RIP, OSPF and OSPFv3, VRRP, ECMP, IPv6 routing, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, DVMRP, IGMP and MLD proxy, multicast routing between VLANs and subnets, and a DHCP IPv4/IPv6 server. Netgear recommends a second Layer 3 unit as Secondary Master so the stack keeps Layer 3 if the master fails.
For new PoE+ deployments, the Netgear M4300-28G PoE+ is a current fully managed option.
What are the key features of the Netgear GSM7228PL?
- Layer 3 for the M5300-28G-POE+ — upgrades the GSM7228PS from Layer 2+ to Layer 3 software.
- Stack master capability — lets a GSM7228PS act as the Layer 3 master for the stack.
- Dynamic routing — adds RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3 and ECMP.
- Gateway redundancy — adds VRRP for redundant default gateways.
- Multicast routing — adds PIM-SM, PIM-DM and DVMRP between VLANs.
- Electronic delivery — license key delivered by email; nothing ships.
Where is the Netgear GSM7228PL typically used?
- Conference rooms
- Training rooms
- Government spaces
- Commercial meeting spaces
Technical Specifications
| Model | GSM7228PL-10000S |
| Type | Layer 3 license upgrade (electronic) |
| Host switch | M5300-28G-POE+ (GSM7228PS v1h2) |
| Host ports | 24 x Gigabit PoE+; 4 x SFP (shared); 2 x 10GBASE-T/SFP+ combo |
| Host PoE budget | 380 W internal; up to 720 W with EPS4000 |
| Routing added | RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, ECMP, VRRP, IPv6 routing |
| Multicast added | PIM-SM, PIM-DM, DVMRP, IGMP/MLD proxy, multicast static routes |
| Delivery | License key by email |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which switch does this license work with?
The M5300-28G-POE+, Netgear model GSM7228PS. The non-PoE GSM7228S uses the GSM7228L license.
Does every switch in the stack need a license?
No. Netgear states that a licensed Layer 3 Stack Master runs Layer 3 for the whole stack. A second licensed unit as Secondary Master protects against master failure.
How is the license delivered?
It is an electronic SKU; the license key arrives by email.
Will this help with Dante or AV-over-IP across VLANs?
It adds PIM and DVMRP multicast routing, which is needed when multicast must cross VLANs or subnets. Our engineers can design and configure this across the Netgear product line.
Where can I find other Netgear licenses?
At Creation Networks, we do everything we can to create an excellent customer experience. This includes fast shipping and easy returns.
- Most in-stock orders placed Monday-Friday ship within 24-48 hours. General restrictions apply; please see our full shipping policy here.
- We offer a 30-day return policy from the delivery date on many products. Product restrictions apply. Restocking fees for the return of open-box items. Please see our full return policy here for more information.
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