Netgear MSM4320-100NES

Product Overview

The NETGEAR MSM4320-100NES is the M4350-16M4V, a 16-port multi-gigabit PoE++ fully managed AV switch engineered for audio/video over IP. It combines high-power PoE++ across all access ports with a modular uplink slot for 10G or 25G connectivity, making it a strong edge switch for demanding AV deployments. Eight front-panel Neutrik etherCON ports add the locking, rugged connectivity that live production and house-of-worship environments rely on. NETGEAR's AV user interface and Engage Controller provide pre-configured profiles for major AV protocols.

Product Description

The MSM4320-100NES (M4350-16M4V) delivers 16 multi-gig PoE++ ports running at 100M, 1G, or 2.5G, with eight of those ports presented as locking Neutrik etherCON connectors on the front panel and eight standard RJ45 ports on the rear edge. The switch provides a 530W base PoE budget that scales up to 1,130W, supplying Ultra90 PoE++ (802.3bt) power for cameras, displays, encoders, and other AV-over-IP endpoints. A modular slot accepts a four-port 10G or 25G card for fiber or copper uplinks into the network core. With 280 Gbps of switching capacity, a 208.32 Mpps line-rate forwarding engine, 16K MAC addresses, and 4 GB of DDR4 RAM, it handles dense multicast AV traffic with measured latency under 0.80 microseconds at 10G fiber.

Dual fixed 800W power supplies with locking powerCON inlets support redundancy and high PoE demand, while NETGEAR's license-free software stack provides Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 dynamic routing, and AV timing profiles. IGMP Plus contains AV-over-IP multicast so it does not flood the network, and Auto-LAG and Auto-Trunk configure multi-switch uplinks automatically. The intelligent fan system can run in Quiet Mode to minimize noise in occupied rooms. Browse the full NETGEAR switch collection at Creation Networks for compatible uplink cards, optics, and accessories.

Key Features

• 16 multi-gig PoE++ ports — Sixteen ports run at 100M, 1G, or 2.5G with Ultra90 PoE++ (802.3bt) power for AV-over-IP endpoints.
• Eight Neutrik etherCON ports — Eight front-panel locking etherCON connectors provide rugged, secure cabling for live production and AV installs.
• Up to 1,130W PoE budget — A 530W base budget scales to 1,130W to power cameras, displays, and encoders across the network.
• Modular 10G/25G uplink slot — A modular slot accepts a four-port 10G or 25G card for fiber or copper uplinks to the core.
• 280 Gbps switching capacity — Line-rate forwarding at 208.32 Mpps moves dense multicast AV traffic without bottlenecks.
• Dual 800W power supplies — Two fixed 800W supplies with locking powerCON inlets support redundancy and high PoE demand.
• License-free L2/L3 feature set — Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 dynamic routing are included with no additional licensing cost.
• AV-over-IP optimized — IGMP Plus, Auto-LAG, and Auto-Trunk keep AV multicast contained and uplinks configured automatically.
• Quiet Mode acoustics — Intelligent fans can run in Quiet Mode to reduce noise in conference rooms and other occupied spaces.

Typical Applications

• House of worship
• Broadcast studio
• Auditorium
• Conference room
• Commercial meeting space
• All-hands room

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the NETGEAR M4350 series datasheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the etherCON ports used for?
The eight front-panel Neutrik etherCON connectors provide locking, ruggedized RJ45 connectivity favored in live production, broadcast, and house-of-worship installs where cable security matters.

How much PoE power does the switch provide?
It delivers a 530W base PoE budget that scales up to 1,130W, supplying Ultra90 PoE++ (802.3bt) power up to 90W per port for cameras, displays, and encoders.

How does it connect to the network core?
A modular slot accepts a four-port 10G or 25G card for fiber or copper uplinks, letting you aggregate into a higher-capacity core switch such as the M4350-16C.

Does it support AV-over-IP protocols?
Yes. The AV web GUI includes pre-configured profiles for major audio and video over IP protocols, and IGMP Plus keeps multicast traffic contained.

Is the switch loud in an occupied room?
The intelligent fans can run in Quiet Mode to minimize noise, which suits conference rooms and other occupied AV spaces.

What management options are available?
It offers an AV-focused web GUI, a standard IT web GUI, CLI, SSH, Telnet, and SNMP, and integrates with the NETGEAR Engage Controller.

Can Creation Networks help with installation and integration?
Yes. Our team can recommend uplink cards, optics, and accessories and support AV system integration. Contact Creation Networks for project assistance.