Netgear AV Line M4250-40G8F-PoE+ 48-Port 480W Managed Switch

Take your AV over IP networking to the next level with the AV Line M4250-40G8F-PoE+ 48-Port 480W Managed Switch. This high-performance switch is engineered specifically for 1G AV over IP applications, with rear-facing ports for seamless integration into AV racks.

The M4250-40G8F-PoE+ comes pre-configured for immediate functionality, reducing setup time and complexity. The unique AV-oriented, web-based GUI allows for easy configuration, with factory or user-specified profiles that can be assigned to individual ports as needed.

This managed switch is designed for use in noise-sensitive environments. Its adjustable fans can be turned off under certain conditions, and even its default Quiet mode operates at a lower noise level than most other switches.

The NETGEAR IGMP Plus feature ensures out-of-the-box functionality for most AV over IP installations, allowing you to get your system up and running quickly with minimal engineering time required.

The M4250-40G8F-PoE+ offers multiple mounting options for ultimate flexibility. Its chassis features threaded mounting holes sized to industry standards, allowing for mounting behind a display or clamping to a truss.

This switch is built with AV over IP in mind, with dedicated AV web-based GUI interface and color-coded, port-based profiles. It allows for quick assignment of profiles to ports for Dante, AES67, and AVB audio configurations, and special profiles for NVX, SVSI, Q-SYS and Dante video profiles.

The M4250-40G8F-PoE+ also features unique automatic configuration, with auto-trunk and auto-lag functionality that automatically configures other M4250 switches for use in star topology.

This switch supports advanced features like multi-switch audio or single-switch video deployments, 40x1G PoE+ with 480W PoE budget with 8xSFP 1G fiber uplinks, and Layer 2/Layer 3 Switching. It also includes a variety of control methods, including a built-in IT web GUI, console, telnet and SSH, consistent with other NETGEAR M4xxx series.

The M4250-40G8F-PoE+ offers mounting flexibility with rackmount versatility, reversed mounting possibility, and universal mounting availability. It also features fanless functionality, with a quiet mode operating at 47dB@25 Degree C, or a fanless mode when PoE load and temperature allow.

In conclusion, the AV Line M4250-40G8F-PoE+ 48-Port 480W Managed Switch is a robust and versatile solution for your AV over IP networking needs.