Netgear GSM4328-100NES 28-port Managed Switch

Product Description

The NETGEAR GSM4328-100NES is a 28-port fully managed network switch in the M4350-24G4XF series, designed for structured AV and IT network environments. It provides centralized, configurable switching for professional installations where traffic management, VLAN segmentation, and reliable layer 2 or layer 3 operation are required. Network engineers and AV integration specialists typically deploy this switch in rack-mounted configurations. The 28-port design accommodates 24 copper Gigabit Ethernet ports alongside additional SFP fiber uplink ports, supporting both copper-based endpoint connections and high-speed fiber backhaul in a single unit.

The GSM4328-100NES is suited for commercial and professional AV networking installations, including conference centers, houses of worship, education facilities, and corporate environments where managed switching is necessary for AV-over-IP distribution. It is designed to handle demanding traffic loads associated with uncompressed or lightly compressed video transport over standard IP infrastructure. Network administrators and licensed AV system integrators are the primary installers of this equipment.

Key Features

• 28-port managed switch configuration supporting 24 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports and 4 SFP fiber uplink ports
• Full management capability including VLAN, QoS, and traffic prioritization for AV-over-IP workflows
• M4350-24G4XF series platform designed for professional AV networking deployments
• Rack-mountable form factor suitable for structured wiring closets and equipment rooms
• Sold as a single unit (each)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM managed switch for professional AV and IT network infrastructure requiring 28-port Gigabit switching with fiber uplink capability.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified network engineer or licensed AV systems integrator familiar with managed switch configuration. Power down or isolate upstream network segments before physical installation and cabling. Rack mounting requires appropriate rack hardware and adequate ventilation clearance per the manufacturer guidelines. Configuration of VLANs, spanning tree, and QoS should follow the network design documentation and applicable industry standards before placing the switch into live service.