NETGEAR M4300-24X (XSM4324CS) - 10G L3 Half-Width Stackable Managed Switch
The NETGEAR M4300-24X (XSM4324CS) is a high-performance switching solution designed to redefine connectivity in enterprise environments, data centers, and campus networks. This Layer 3 managed switch features an innovative half-width form factor, enabling unprecedented deployment flexibility and optimizing rack space without sacrificing power or redundancy.
Equipped with 24 copper 10GBASE-T ports , this device guarantees 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds over standard RJ45 cabling, facilitating the transition to ultra-high-speed networks without requiring a complete overhaul of existing cabling infrastructure. It also features four shared 10G SFP+ ports , providing versatile options for high-speed, low-latency fiber optic uplinks.
The M4300 series is renowned for its intelligent and flexible stacking capabilities. It enables the creation of resilient and scalable network architectures, such as "Spine and Leaf" topologies, by combining 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit models within the same logical stack. Its Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) architecture ensures high availability with seamless failover, guaranteeing that your business's critical services remain operational at all times.
Main features
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Comprehensive 10 Gigabit Connectivity: It has 24 RJ45 ports that support speeds of 10G, 1G and 100M, automatically adapting to connected devices.
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Combo SFP+ Ports: Includes 4 SFP+ slots (shared with copper ports) for long-distance fiber connections or high-performance trunk links.
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Modular Half-Width Design: Its half-width form factor allows two M4300-24X switches to be mounted side-by-side in a single 1U rack space, providing physical redundancy and doubling port density.
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Complete Layer 3 Management: Includes a full set of static, dynamic (RIP, OSPF, VRRP) and policy-based (PBR) routing features as standard, without the need for additional licenses.
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Optimized for AV over IP: Preconfigured for professional audio and video networking with NETGEAR IGMP Plus™, facilitating ProAV installations without complex multicast configurations.
Benefits for IT infrastructure
The NETGEAR M4300-24X eliminates the complexity of modern networks. For system administrators, the mixed-stack capability means they can expand the network as needed by combining different models in the M4300 series and managing them as a single logical entity with a single IP address. This dramatically reduces administration time and potential configuration errors.
Furthermore, its modular power supply allows for easy maintenance and ensures business continuity. The inclusion of advanced security and quality of service (QoS) features ensures that critical traffic, such as voice and video, always has priority, delivering a smooth, latency-free user experience.
Use cases
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Server and Storage Aggregation: Ideal for connecting high-performance servers and NAS devices that require massive 10G bandwidth.
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Network Core for SMEs: Acts as a robust and redundant core for small and medium-sized businesses that need to process large volumes of data.
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ProAV Installations: Perfect for TV studios, auditoriums and digital signage thanks to its zero latency and advanced multicast support.
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Virtualization: Supports dense virtual machine environments that demand high and constant throughput.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are 10GBASE-T ports compatible with lower speeds?
Yes, the 10G RJ45 ports are backward compatible and support speeds of 1 Gigabit and even 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet), automatically negotiating the highest possible speed.
What does it mean that SFP+ ports are shared?
This means that the four SFP+ fiber ports share circuitry with the four remaining RJ45 copper ports. You can use either the copper port or the corresponding fiber port, but not both simultaneously.
Do I need to purchase licenses to activate Layer 3 features?
No, all Layer 3 features, including dynamic routing such as OSPF and VRRP, are included in the base software at no additional cost.
Can it be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack?
Yes, the switch includes the necessary accessories to mount it in a standard rack, either alone or alongside another M4300 series half-width switch.
Project description
Stackable, half-width Layer 3 (L3) managed switch designed for high-density, high-performance environments. It features 24 10GBASE-T (RJ45) ports with multi-gigabit support and 4 shared 10G SFP+ ports for fiber links. It offers full line switching capacity with a non-blocking architecture. It supports virtual stacking with Spine and Leaf topologies and high availability via Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF). It includes standard static and dynamic IPv4/IPv6 routing (RIP, OSPF, VRRP, PIM). It features an internal modular power supply and advanced management via CLI, web interface, and SNMP. The 1U form factor is compatible with dual rack mounting.
