Netgear M4350-40X4C 40-Port 10G/Multi-Gig PoE++ Fully Managed AV Switch with 100G Uplinks - XSM4344C-100NES

Product Overview

The NETGEAR M4350-40X4C (XSM4344C-100NES) is a high-density managed AV switch built for bandwidth-intensive AV-over-IP deployments that need both 10G endpoint access and 100G aggregation. It combines 40 Multi-Gigabit PoE++ access ports with four 100G QSFP28 uplinks, serving as a distribution or core switch for broadcast, live production, and large enterprise AV networks. This 10G PoE++ AV switch supports SMPTE ST 2110 uncompressed video alongside Dante, NDI, and Q-SYS through certified one-click profiles. It is designed for integrators deploying dense, all-10G AV endpoint networks with a data-center-class 100G backbone.

Product Description

The M4350-40X4C is a 1U rack-mount platform engineered for AV-over-IP networks where high endpoint bandwidth and high-speed aggregation are both required. Its 40 RJ45 ports auto-negotiate across 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G and deliver IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ at up to 90W per port for powered cameras, displays, and audio endpoints. Four 100G QSFP28 uplinks aggregate traffic to spine switches or a 100G core for data-center-class capacity. The switch ships with the NETGEAR AV User Interface and Engage Controller, offering certified one-click profiles for Dante, NDI, Q-SYS, AES67, AVB, SMPTE ST 2110, Crestron NVX, and AMX SVSI with no additional licensing. NETGEAR IGMP Plus provides zero-configuration multicast management for AV distribution, and Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk simplify multi-switch deployments. Full Layer 3 routing supports static, policy-based, OSPF, RIPv1/v2, and VRRP, while Virtual Chassis stacking and NSF hitless failover enable high-availability designs. A modular PSU bay accepts a hot-swap second power supply for 1+1 redundancy in continuous-uptime environments. The platform suits broadcast studios, large conference centers, houses of worship, and venues running dense NDI video and Dante audio.

Key Features

• 40x 10G/Multi-Gig PoE++ Ports — RJ45 ports auto-negotiate 100M through 10G and deliver IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ at up to 90W per port for powered AV endpoints.
• 4x 100G QSFP28 Uplinks — Provide data-center-class aggregation to spine switches or a 100G core.
• High PoE++ Budget — Up to 1,676W total PoE++ supports dense deployments of high-power cameras, displays, and audio devices.
• SMPTE ST 2110 Support — Carries uncompressed professional broadcast video over IP for production and broadcast facilities.
• NETGEAR AV UI and Engage Controller — Included certified profiles cover Dante, NDI, Q-SYS, AES67, AVB, ST 2110, NVX, and SVSI with no separate license.
• IGMP Plus with Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk — Provides zero-configuration multicast management and simplifies multi-switch deployments.
• Full Layer 3 Routing — Supports static, policy-based, OSPF, RIPv1/v2, and VRRP for converged AV and IT networks.
• Virtual Chassis and NSF Hitless Failover — Enables stacking and high-availability designs for mission-critical AV networks.
• Modular 1+1 Redundant PSU — A hot-swap second power supply bay keeps the switch running through power service events.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast Studio — Supports SMPTE ST 2110 uncompressed video workflows in production and live broadcast facilities.
• Auditorium and Large Conference Center — Provides 10G PoE++ endpoint access with 100G aggregation for large meeting venues.
• Large House of Worship — Distributes enterprise-scale NDI video and Dante audio across campus AV networks.
• Sports Venues and Arenas — Serves as a high-bandwidth AV-over-IP backbone for stadiums and large public venues.
• Government and Command Spaces — Delivers high-bandwidth AV for operations centers and large government facilities.
• All-Hands and Multi-Purpose Venues — Supports dense multi-zone audio and video with 100G core capacity.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from NETGEAR. Verify current details with NETGEAR or contact us before specifying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this switch and the TAA version?
This is the commercial XSM4344C-100NES SKU. The XSM4344C-TAANES is the Trade Agreements Act compliant version for federal and public-sector procurement; both deliver the same performance and features.

How much PoE can it deliver to AV endpoints?
All 40 access ports support IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ at up to 90W per port, with a total budget of up to 1,676W for dense deployments of powered cameras, displays, and audio devices.

Which AV protocols and systems does it support?
The included NETGEAR AV UI and Engage Controller provide certified one-click profiles for Dante, NDI, Q-SYS, AES67, AVB, SMPTE ST 2110, Crestron NVX, and AMX SVSI, with no additional licensing required.

How does it integrate into a larger AV network?
Its four 100G QSFP28 uplinks aggregate to spine switches or a 100G core, and NETGEAR IGMP Plus with Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk provides zero-configuration multicast and easy multi-switch stacking. Our team can help design the topology.

What warranty and support are included?
The switch carries the NETGEAR ProSAFE Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty with next-business-day advance replacement. Contact our team for support and project guidance.

Why Buy from Creation Networks

Creation Networks is an authorized NETGEAR reseller with in-house AV and networking expertise. We help design AV-over-IP networks, plan PoE++ budgets and 100G aggregation, and select the right platform for broadcast, live production, and large-venue projects. Browse our NETGEAR managed switch collection or contact our team for volume and project quotes. Pricing is subject to change.