NETGEAR AV Line M4250-26G4F-PoE+ 24x1G PoE+ 300W 2x1G and 4xSFP Managed Switch - GSM4230P-100EUS

NETGEAR AV Line M4250-26G4F-PoE+ is a fully managed Lite Layer 3 switch aimed at professional AV and business installations where you want stability, control, and good PoE+ power. You get 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports for endpoints, plus separate copper and SFP uplink options. The switch operates at speeds up to 10/100/1000 Mbps and features a 60 Gbps switching fabric, so it can easily handle serious traffic in your network. The design is 1U rackmount with flexible mounting options tailored specifically for AV and installation scenarios.

What you get: a platform that combines PoE+, Gigabit Ethernet, and AV-oriented management in one device. With 24 PoE+ ports, you can power IP cameras, wireless access points, IP phones, or AV equipment directly over the network cable without additional power supplies. The four 1000BASE-X SFP slots are convenient for optical uplinks to core switches or remote cabinets. The AV-oriented web interface simplifies configuring typical AV scenarios, while the standard CLI gives you detailed control if you are used to working “on console.” The out-of-band 1G management port separates management from production traffic, which is a strong plus in more critical environments.

• 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ ports allow you to connect and power multiple endpoints – from IP cameras to AV endpoints – over a single cable.
• 2 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) additional copper ports are convenient for uplink or connection to other switches and servers without affecting PoE capacity.
• 4 x 1000BASE-X SFP slots provide flexible optical connections for longer distances and cleaner backbone between cabinets or floors.
• 60 Gbps switching fabric provides a stable backbone for Gigabit to all ports, ensuring traffic flows smoothly without overwhelming the switch.
• Support for IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at ensures compatibility with a wide range of PoE and PoE+ devices in your network.
• Fully managed Lite Layer 3 switch with AV-oriented web interface and standard CLI gives you detailed control and easier management of more complex installations.
• 1U rackmount (19") design with reversible and recessed options, rear ports and VESA holes make the switch convenient for mounting in classic cabinets, AV racks, and wall solutions.
• Out-of-band 1G management, RS232 RJ45, USB-C console, and USB-A storage provide rich options for configuration, support, and backup of settings.

It is suitable if you are building an AV network, conference rooms, studio, office infrastructure with many PoE devices, or mixed AV/IT environments where you need precise control and good structuring. It is rather not for completely basic, microscopic home networks where a managed Lite Layer 3 switch and PoE+ capacity would be excessive.

The strength of this model is the combination of 24 PoE+ ports, SFP uplinks, 60 Gbps fabric, and AV-oriented management in a well-thought-out 1U design that adapts to almost any installation environment.