Netgear M4300-52G (GSM4352S) - Stackable L3 Managed Switch with 48 Gigabit Ports and 10G Uplinks
Elevate your business network infrastructure to the next level with the Netgear M4300-52G (GSM4352S) , a switching solution from the acclaimed Intelligent Edge series designed for versatility, performance, and simplified management. This Layer 3 managed switch stands out as one of the most flexible platforms on the market, allowing mixed stacking of 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit models, ensuring unprecedented scalability for growing SMBs and corporate network edges.
The M4300-52G is equipped with 48 1000BASE-T (Gigabit Ethernet) ports to connect all your edge devices, from workstations to printers and access points. However, its true power lies in its uplink and stacking capabilities: it incorporates two 10GBASE-T (RJ45 copper) ports and two SFP+ (10G fiber) ports . These four 10G ports are completely independent and allow for a gradual upgrade to higher speeds, ensuring your investment is protected in the long run.
Designed for business continuity, this equipment offers virtual chassis architectures with Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) , eliminating downtime during master switch failures in a stack. Furthermore, it is a preferred choice in the professional audiovisual (ProAV) industry, as it comes pre-configured for AV-over-IP installations with Netgear's IGMP Plus technology, facilitating multicast video deployments without the usual network configuration complexity.
Main features
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High-Performance Hybrid Connectivity: Combines 48 Gigabit access ports with 4 dedicated 10G ports (2 copper and 2 fiber) for high-speed uplinks or stacking.
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Mixed and Flexible Stacking: Allows stacking up to 8 M4300 series switches, mixing 1G and 10G models in the same logical stack, facilitating enterprise-level "Spine and Leaf" topologies.
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Full Layer 3 Functionality without Licenses: Includes static, dynamic (RIP, OSPF, VRRP) routing and PIM for multicast right out of the box, with no hidden costs or additional subscriptions.
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High Availability (HA): Thanks to NSF virtual chassis technology, traffic continues to flow even if the master switch fails, ensuring uninterrupted operation.
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Optimized for AV over IP: Certified and ready for SDVoE and other IP video technologies, with "Zero Touch" configuration for L2 multicast.
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Modular Power Supplies: Full width (1U) design with interchangeable power supplies for increased redundancy and ease of maintenance.
Benefits for your company
Implementing the Netgear M4300-52G in your organization will dramatically reduce management complexity. By treating a stack of multiple switches as a single logical entity, IT administrators save valuable time on configuration and maintenance. The inclusion of all enterprise-grade Layer 3 features without additional licenses significantly lowers the total cost of ownership (TCO).
Furthermore, its optimized acoustic design makes it suitable for environments where noise is a critical factor, without sacrificing the robustness required for rack-mounted operation. Power supply redundancy (via an optional second module) ensures that your business-critical operations are not interrupted by partial power outages.
Use cases
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Network core for SMEs: Acts as the heart of the network in small and medium-sized enterprises, managing internal traffic and connecting servers to 10G.
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Enterprise network edge (Edge): Ideal for wiring closets in large offices, providing Gigabit connectivity to end users with 10G fiber links to the data center.
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Audiovisual Installations (ProAV): Perfect for conferences, digital signage and IP video distribution thanks to its advanced multicast management and ultra-low latency.
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Server Rooms and Virtualization: Its stacking capacity and bandwidth make it suitable for connecting server and storage clusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does this model include PoE (Power over Ethernet) ports?
No, the GSM4352S (M4300-52G) model does not support PoE. It is designed for data connectivity only. If you need PoE, you should look for the M4300-52G-PoE+ variant.
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Do I need to purchase a license to use Layer 3 routing features?
No, one of the great advantages of the M4300 series is that all the advanced Layer 3 features (such as OSPF and PIM) are included out of the box at no extra cost.
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Can I stack this switch with other models in the M4300 series?
Yes, the M4300-52G supports mixed stacking, which means you can combine it with 24-port models or even purely 10G models from the same series in a single logical stack.
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Are the 10G ports combo or dedicated?
There are 4 fully independent 10G ports (2x RJ45 and 2x SFP+), which means you can use all four simultaneously along with the 48 Gigabit ports.
Project description
Supply of a stackable, 1U rack-mountable Layer 3 managed switch. The unit must have 48 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports, 2 10GBASE-T RJ45 ports, and 2 independent 10GBASE-X SFP+ ports. It must support physical stacking of up to 8 units with a mixed (1G/10G) topology and Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) functionality for high availability. Minimum switching capacity of 176 Gbps. The software feature set must include static routing, RIP, OSPF, VRRP, and PIM without requiring additional licenses. It must have a modular power supply with a redundant power supply (RPS) slot. Management via CLI, Web GUI, and SNMP.
