Netgear M4300-52G-PoE+ (GSM4352PA) - Stackable L3 Managed Switch 48 PoE+ Ports with 10G Uplinks
The Netgear M4300-52G-PoE+ (GSM4352PA) is a high-performance networking solution from Netgear's acclaimed Intelligent Edge series. Designed for businesses requiring scalability, resilience, and advanced, hassle-free management, this Layer 3 managed switch offers exceptional port density and PoE+ power capabilities ideal for modern VoIP, IP video surveillance, and professional AV-over-IP networking deployments.
With 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and a switching capacity of 176 Gbps , the GSM4352PA ensures uninterrupted data flow even in the most demanding environments. Its flexible architecture includes four independent 10G uplink ports : two 10GBASE-T copper ports and two SFP+ fiber ports, enabling seamless integration into both SMB network cores and enterprise network edges. Unlike other equipment in its class, the M4300 includes a full suite of Layer 3 static and dynamic routing features without requiring additional licenses, significantly reducing the total cost of ownership.
One of the strengths of this model is its 480W PoE power budget , supplied by an included APS550W modular power supply. This capacity is expandable via a second power supply bay, allowing for increased total budget or the configuration of power redundancy (RPS) to ensure business continuity in mission-critical applications.
Main features
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Port density and speed: It has 48 RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T ports compatible with PoE+ (30W per port) and 4 dedicated 10G ports (2x RJ45 and 2x SFP+) for high-speed trunking.
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Complete Layer 3 (L3) Management: Offers static, dynamic (RIP, OSPF, VRRP) IPv4/IPv6 routing and Multicast PIM out of the box, with no hidden costs or software licenses.
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Virtual Stacking (NSF): Allows stacking up to 8 switches into a single logical entity with "Non-Stop Forwarding". This ensures hitless failover, vital for virtualized servers and critical networks.
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Flexible and redundant power supply: Includes a 480W PoE budget expandable to 720W or configurable for 1+1 redundancy by adding a second power supply (sold separately).
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Optimized for AV-over-IP: Preconfigured with NETGEAR IGMP Plus™ for immediate multicast deployment without network congestion, ideal for video over IP (SDVoE) systems.
Benefits for network infrastructure
Implementing the Netgear M4300-52G-PoE+ brings superior security and stability to your infrastructure. Thanks to its virtual chassis architecture, businesses can create line-rate Spine and Leaf topologies, eliminating bottlenecks and improving latency. For IT administrators, management is versatile, allowing the use of an intuitive, easy-to-use web interface (GUI) or an industry-standard command-line interface (CLI), along with SNMP and sFlow support for centralized monitoring.
Recommended use cases
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AV Pro Installations (Professional Audio and Video): Thanks to its near-zero latency and multicast management, it is the standard for 4K video networks over IP.
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IP Video Surveillance Networks: With 48 PoE+ ports, it can power dozens of high-definition and PTZ cameras simultaneously, managing video traffic with QoS priority.
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Network core for SMEs: Acts as a robust core switch for small and medium-sized businesses, connecting servers and storage to 10G while distributing Gigabit connectivity to users.
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Enterprise network edge (Edge): Ideal for wiring closets in large offices, providing secure connectivity and power to VoIP phones and Wi-Fi 6 access points.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is it necessary to purchase licenses to activate Layer 3 routing?
No, the M4300 series includes all Layer 3 functionalities (such as OSPF and PIM) out of the box at no extra cost.
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Can I stack this switch with 10G models?
Yes, Netgear's stacking technology allows you to mix 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit models from the M4300 series in the same stack.
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Are the 10G ports combo or dedicated?
They are completely independent and dedicated. You can use the two 10G RJ45 ports and the two 10G SFP+ ports simultaneously, along with the 48 copper ports.
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What happens if I need more than 480W of PoE power?
You can install a second power supply (APS550W or higher) in the empty slot to increase the available PoE budget up to 720W in shared mode (EPS).
Project description
A 1U rackmount managed Layer 3 switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports supporting PoE+ (802.3at) and 4 10 Gigabit uplink ports (2 x 10GBASE-T and 2 x independent SFP+). The switch offers a 480W PoE power budget via an included modular power supply, expandable with a second PSU bay. It supports physical stacking with Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), static and dynamic routing (RIP, OSPF, VRRP), and advanced multicast. It features a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and full IPv4/IPv6 support.
