The NETGEAR M4300-28G Stackable Managed Switch (GSM4328S-100NAS) excels as a versatile, stackable managed switch tailored for mid-enterprise edge and SMB core deployments. It boasts 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000BASE-T) and 4 high-speed 10G ports (2x10GBASE-T, 2xSFP+), all backward compatible with 1G for flexible transitions. Additionally, its 128 Gbps non-blocking fabric ensures top-tier performance for server/storage interconnects and IP video applications. The switch supports mixed stacking between 1G and 10G models, enabling scalable spine-and-leaf topologies with non-stop forwarding (NSF) and hitless failover, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Moreover, the NETGEAR M4300-28G Stackable Managed Switch offers advanced Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4 features without licensing fees. It supports static and dynamic routing protocols like RIP, OSPF, VRRP, and PIM, alongside policy-based routing and robust IPv4/IPv6 services. Pre-configured for AV-over-IP with L2 multicast (SDVoE-ready), it streamlines unified communications and professional AV setups. For reliability, it includes dual redundant, modular power supplies (1xAPS250W included) and front-to-back cooling with a quiet 30.3 dBA operation.
Management is intuitive through multiple interfaces, including a web GUI, CLI, SNMP, or NETGEAR Insight Cloud (1-year subscription included). This switch suits wireless access, IP video, and unified communications, delivering future-ready SDN and OpenFlow 1.3 support. With a ProSAFE Lifetime Warranty, the M4300-28G guarantees long-term investment protection.