Netgear M4300-24X24F (XSM4348S) - Managed Stackable Switch L3 24x 10GBASE-T and 24x SFP+
The Netgear M4300-24X24F (XSM4348S) redefines business and professional connectivity by offering an ultra-high-speed hybrid solution in a compact 1U form factor. This managed switch from the acclaimed M4300 series is designed to act as the intelligent core of SMB networks or as a powerful aggregation and edge device in larger corporate environments. Its unique architecture combines 24 10GBASE-T (RJ45 copper) ports and 24 SFP+ (fiber optic) ports , providing unprecedented flexibility for migrating networks to 10 Gigabit without the need for expensive adapters or complex additional hardware.
What sets the XSM4348S apart is its mixed stacking capability and its Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) architecture. This enables the creation of a resilient network topology where, in the event of a master switch failure, the system performs instantaneous failover without interrupting data traffic, guaranteeing absolute business continuity. Furthermore, its compatibility with Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and OpenFlow 1.3 ensures that your investment is protected against future network management advancements.
Beyond the raw specifications, this device is a global benchmark in the professional audiovisual (ProAV) sector. Thanks to Zero Touch AV-over-IP technology, the switch comes pre-configured to handle high-demand multicast video and audio traffic right out of the box, eliminating the complexity of manually configuring IGMP Snooping. It is the preferred choice for SDVoE installations, auditoriums, and control centers that require zero latency and flawless image transmission.
Main features
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Total 10G Hybrid Connectivity: It has 48 active 10 Gigabit ports, divided equally between copper (RJ45) and fiber (SFP+), all independent and with full line speed.
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Resilient Virtual Stacking: Allows stacking with any other model in the M4300 series (even 1G models) to manage the entire network as a single logical unit with high availability.
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Complete Layer 3 (L3) Management: Includes static, dynamic (RIP, OSPF, VRRP) routing and PIM without the need for additional hidden licenses.
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Modular Power Supply: Includes a modular power supply (APS250W) and has an additional bay to add a second power supply and obtain 1+1 redundancy.
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Certified AV Optimization: Implements NETGEAR IGMP Plus™ for automatic multicast management, ideal for video over IP deployments.
Benefits for your infrastructure
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Operational Continuity: Thanks to the virtual chassis architecture and power redundancy, your network will remain operational even in the event of hardware failures or maintenance.
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Cost and Space Savings: By integrating copper and fiber into a single rack unit (1U), it reduces the need for multiple devices and media converters, optimizing rack space and energy consumption.
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Easy Migration to 10G: The RJ45 ports are backward compatible with 1G and 100M, allowing you to connect older servers and devices while preparing your infrastructure for the future 10G.
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Ease of Management: Offers an intuitive web interface (GUI) for IT administrators and a standard command-line interface (CLI) for experts, plus out-of-band (OOB) management ports.
Recommended use cases
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Network core for SMEs: Perfect as a central "Core" switch connected to high-performance servers and NAS storage via 10G.
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AV over IP (SDVoE) installations: Ideal for video matrices in stadiums, conference rooms and digital signage thanks to its low latency and automatic multicast management.
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Virtualization and Servers: VMware or Hyper-V environments that require massive bandwidth to avoid bottlenecks in the movement of virtual machines.
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Spine-and-Leaf architectures: Its stacking capability makes it an excellent choice for modern and scalable data center architectures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to purchase additional licenses to use Layer 3 features?
No, the M4300 series includes the full Layer 3 (L3) feature set, including dynamic routing, at no additional license costs.
Do RJ45 ports support speeds lower than 10G?
Yes, the 24 copper ports are "Multi-Gigabit" and auto-negotiate speeds of 100Mbps, 1Gbps and 10Gbps, adapting to the connected device.
Is it compatible with SFP modules from other brands?
Netgear maintains high compatibility with standard market SFP+ transceivers (MSA compliant), although the use of certified modules is recommended to ensure maximum performance and support.
Project description
Supply of a Layer 3 (L3) managed switch in a 1U rack format with mixed stacking capability and a virtual chassis architecture with Non-Disruptive Failover (NSF). The equipment must have a total of 48 dedicated 10 Gigabit ports, distributed as 24 RJ45 10GBASE-T ports (compatible with 100M/1G/10G) and 24 SFP+ 10GBASE-X ports. It must have a switching fabric capacity of 960 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 714 Mpps. It will include native support for IPv4/IPv6, static and dynamic routing (RIP, OSPF, VRRP, PIM) without additional licenses. It must have a redundant modular power supply bay and include a removable 250W power supply. Management via console port (RJ45/Mini-USB), out-of-band (OOB) Ethernet port and support for SDN/OpenFlow 1.3. Operating acoustic noise level less than 36 dBA at 25°C.
