Netgear M4300 GSM4352PA-100NES
#4 in Network Switch · Rated 4.3
48-port L3 switch with 2x10G uplinks and PoE+
Netgear’s ProSafe M4300 family targets mid-to-enterprise edge deployments. The GSM4352PA-100NES is a 48-port Layer 3 managed switch with PoE+, dual 10G uplinks, and a robust 480W PoE budget. It supports NSF/HA, static routing, RIP, VRRP, multicast, and OpenFlow-ready SDN integration, making it suitable for dense office campuses, hospitality venues, and schools that need reliable wired performance and energy management at scale. The M4300 line emphasizes ease of use, virtualization-friendly features, and non-stop forwarding to minimize downtime. Compared to consumer/SMB switches, it is designed for higher reliability, greater port density, and enterprise-grade software licenses.
Features
- 48 x PoE+ ports
- 2 x 10G SFP+/RJ-45 uplinks
- L3 routing and VRRP
- NSF/HA and high availability
- SDN/OpenFlow readiness
Pros
- High port density with PoE
- Strong L3 feature set
- Solid HA options
Cons
- Higher price point
- Complex if you only need basic switching