Netgear XSM4316S-100NES M4300-8X8F Stackable Managed Switch with 16x10G Including 8x10GBase-T and 8xSFP+ Layer 3

Product Overview

The NETGEAR M4300-8X8F (XSM4316S-100NES) is a stackable Layer 3 managed switch that delivers sixteen 10G ports in a compact half-width chassis: eight 10GBASE-T copper ports and eight 10G SFP+ fiber ports. SDVoE-ready and pre-configured for AV-over-IP, this 16-port 10G stackable switch provides 320 Gb/s switching capacity for high-bandwidth video distribution and low-latency server interconnect. As part of the NETGEAR M4300 series, it pairs two half-width units in a single rack space for redundant top-of-rack deployments.

Product Description

The M4300-8X8F combines eight 10GBASE-T copper ports and eight 10G SFP+ fiber ports for mixed copper and fiber 10G connectivity at the edge or in the rack. It provides 320 Gb/s non-blocking switching capacity, a 238 Mpps forwarding rate, and low latency in the 0.7 to 2.6 microsecond range for demanding AV-over-IP and data applications. The switch is SDVoE-ready and pre-configured for AV-over-IP, with NETGEAR IGMP Plus delivering Layer-2 multicast management without the need for Layer 3 PIM routing. Its complete Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature set, including static, policy-based, and dynamic routing, requires no license. Mixed-speed stacking across 40G, 10G, and 1G connections supports non-stop forwarding (NSF) and hitless failover for high availability. The half-width 1RU chassis lets two switches share a single rack space for redundant top-of-rack designs, and an included modular 250W power supply keeps the unit fan-cooled and serviceable.

Key Features

• 8x 10GBASE-T copper ports — RJ45 10G copper for short-reach distribution and server links.
• 8x 10G SFP+ fiber ports — fiber uplinks for longer runs and inter-rack distribution.
• 320 Gb/s switching capacity — 238 Mpps forwarding with 0.7 to 2.6 microsecond latency.
• SDVoE-ready, AV-over-IP pre-configured — tuned for high-bandwidth video distribution out of the box.
• NETGEAR IGMP Plus — Layer-2 multicast management without PIM for low-effort AV-over-IP setup.
• License-free Layer 2 / Layer 3 — static, policy-based, and dynamic routing with no add-on licensing.
• Half-width chassis — two units pair in a single 1RU rack space for redundant top-of-rack.
• Mixed 40G/10G/1G stacking — non-stop forwarding and hitless failover for high availability.
• Modular 250W PSU included — fan-cooled, serviceable power module.
• NETGEAR ProSAFE limited lifetime hardware warranty — covers the switch hardware for its service life.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio — SDVoE and AV-over-IP video distribution on copper and fiber 10G.
• Auditorium — high-bandwidth video transport across stage, control, and overflow areas.
• House of worship — 10G backbone for multi-zone audio and video systems.
• Conference room — compact 10G distribution to encoders, decoders, and displays.
• Commercial meeting space — redundant top-of-rack 10G aggregation in limited rack space.
• Government space — license-free Layer 3 segmentation of AV and IT traffic.
• Training room — low-latency 10G connectivity for media-rich instruction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the M4300-8X8F support PoE?
No. This model is non-PoE and is intended for 10G distribution, aggregation, and server interconnect. For PoE+ ports, see a PoE model in the M4300 series.

Can two units share one rack space?
Yes. The half-width 1RU chassis pairs two switches in a single rack space, which suits redundant top-of-rack designs.

Do Layer 3 features require a license?
No. The complete Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature set, including static, policy-based, and dynamic routing, is included with no add-on licensing.

How does it handle AV-over-IP multicast?
The switch is SDVoE-ready, and NETGEAR IGMP Plus provides Layer-2 multicast management without the need for Layer 3 PIM routing.

What warranty applies?
This M4300 series switch is backed by the NETGEAR ProSAFE limited lifetime hardware warranty. Contact our team for current support options.

Why Buy from Creation Networks

Creation Networks is a commercial AV specialist and authorized NETGEAR reseller with in-house AV and networking expertise. We help you design AV-over-IP and Layer 3 networks and select the right switches, SFP+ optics, and stacking cables. Browse our NETGEAR managed switch collection or contact our team for volume and project quotes. Pricing is subject to change.