NETGEAR M4250-26G4XF-PoE+ Managed L2/L3 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) Power over Ethernet (PoE) 1U Black

Pre-configured for out-of-the-box use, this NETGEAR M4250 AV switch provides instant multicast functionality and simplified AV network setup. The switch includes a dedicated AV web-based GUI with color-coded, port-based profiles and built-in video and audio protocol profiles to speed deployment in AV over IP systems. The 1U, 400 mm deep rackmount chassis offers multiple mounting options and adjustable fan modes for use in noise-sensitive environments.

Advantages

The AV-tailored web GUI allows quick assignment of factory or user-defined profiles to individual ports, reducing engineering time. Built-in profiles support common audio protocols such as Dante and AES67 and include video profiles for NVX, SVSI, Q-SYS and Dante video. Automatic configuration features like auto-trunk and auto-LAG streamline setup of additional M4250 switches in a star topology. Flexible mounting (rack, reversed front-port, recessed, or external) and quiet or fanless operation improve usability in professional AV installations.

Key specifications

• Pre-configured NETGEAR IGMP Plus for multicast and AV over IP
• Dedicated AV web-based GUI with color-coded port profiles
• Audio protocol profiles: Dante, AES67 (AVB requires separate license)
• Built-in video profiles: NVX, SVSI, Q-SYS, Dante video
• Automatic configuration: auto-trunk and auto-LAG for M4250 switches
• Form factor: 1U, 400 mm deep rackmount; rear power and Ethernet ports
• Mounting options: reversed front-port mounting, recessed mounting, bottom M5 and front M10 threaded holes
• Adjustable fans: Quiet mode (42 dB @ 25°C) or fanless when PoE load and temperature permit
• Factory-set IGMP Plus for rapid out-of-the-box operation

How to use

Install the switch in a rack or mount it using the available threaded holes or reversed front-port configuration as required. Connect power and network cables to the rear ports and access the AV web-based GUI through the device IP address. Assign port profiles for desired audio or video protocols (select AVB only if you have the separate license) and enable automatic configuration features to integrate additional M4250 switches. Adjust fan settings in the GUI based on ambient temperature and PoE load to enable Quiet or fanless operation when conditions allow.

Recommendations

For most AV over IP installations, use the factory-set NETGEAR IGMP Plus setting to minimize initial configuration. If you plan to use AVB audio, obtain the required AVB license before assigning AVB profiles. When deploying in noise-sensitive spaces, verify PoE load and ambient temperature to determine if fanless operation is safe, and consider recessed or reversed mounting to protect cable connections.