Netgear XSM4344FC-100NES (M4350-40F4C) – 40×10G + 4×100G AV-Optimized Switch
High-density fiber connectivity meets AV-over-IP simplicity. This fully managed Layer 3 switch delivers massive throughput, multicast-ready performance, and quiet operation—perfect for broadcast, media production, or enterprise core networks.
✅ Key Features at a Glance
- 40 × 10G SFP+ ports + 4 × 100G QSFP28 uplinks—ideal for high-bandwidth fiber environments
- 1.6 Tb/s switching capacity, ~1,190 Mpps forwarding rate
- NETGEAR IGMP Plus™: multicast works out of the box—no complex setup
- Quiet mode with intelligent fans—great for live AV environments
- Auto-LAG & Auto-Trunk: simplifies stacking with other M4350/M4250 switches
- Virtual Chassis stacking, non-stop forwarding (NSF), hitless failover—enterprise-grade uptime
🛠️ AV & Broadcast-Ready
- Certified for AV over IP—supports Dante, AES67, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, SMPTE ST 2110, and more
- NETGEAR AV OS™ + Engage Controller: preconfigured AV profiles make setup fast and intuitive
📦 Specs & Inclusions
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable (440 × 400 × 43.2 mm) |
| Weight | ~7.38 kg (16.26 lb) |
| Power | 420 W internal PSU, modular PSU bay (supports APS600Wv3, APS1200Wv2, APS2000Wv2) |
| Noise | ~69.5 dB (quiet mode ~34.2 dB @25 °C) |
| Memory | 4 GB DDR4, 4000 MB internal |
| Jumbo Frames | Up to 12 KB |
| Warranty | ProSAFE limited lifetime hardware + next-business-day replacement |
Included in the box: switch, power cord, USB-C console cable, rack brackets (standard + recessed), rubber feet, installation guide
🎯 Who It’s For
- Pro AV setups needing multicast-ready, low-latency performance
- Media production environments with high-density fiber needs
- Enterprise cores or aggregation layers requiring robust Layer 3 features and stacking
- Quiet spaces where fan noise matters—like studios or live events
💡 Why Choose the XSM4344FC?
This isn’t just a switch—it’s a purpose-built AV powerhouse. With massive port density, multicast-ready firmware, quiet operation, and enterprise-grade reliability, it’s engineered to simplify deployment and keep your network—and your event—running smoothly.
Additional information
| Weight | 24 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24 × 23 × 6 in |
| Switch type | Managed |
| Installed SFP+ modules quantity | 40 |
| 10G support | Yes |
| Switching capacity | 1600 Gbit/s |
| IGMP snooping | Yes |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Power source | AC |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | No |
| Heat dissipation | 728.21 BTU/h |
| Width | 440 mm |
| Cables included | AC, USB |
| Switch layer | L3 |
| Fiber ports quantity | 44 |
| Jumbo frames support | Yes |
| IGMP proxy | Yes |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Internal memory | 4000 MB |
| Power supply included | Yes |
| Depth | 400 mm |
| Manual | Yes |
| Fiber optic connector | QSFP28, SFP+ |
| Form factor | 1U |
| Noise level | 69.5 dB |
| Power consumption (max) | 213.6 W |
| Height | 43.2 mm |
| Rack mount kit | Yes |
| Console port | USB |
| Product colour | Black |
| Weight | 7.38 kg |
| QSFP28 ports quantity | 4 |


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