In a deployment context, the XSM4324-100NES serves as a versatile building block for high-bandwidth campus networks or as a top-of-rack switch in data centers. It supports non-stop forwarding (NSF) virtual stacking, allowing it to be managed as a single logical entity alongside other M4300 models, regardless of whether they are 1G or 10G units. With a comprehensive Layer 3 feature set—including static, policy-based, and dynamic routing (OSPF, VRRP, PIM)—it provides the necessary intelligence for modern network architectures. Its unique half-width form factor allows two units to be mounted side-by-side in a single 1U rack space, facilitating redundant 10G top-of-rack configurations in a compact footprint.

Key Features

• – 24-port 10GBASE-T with 4 shared SFP+ fiber ports.
• – Pre-configured for ProAV and SDVoE multicast traffic.
• – Mixed stacking with 1G and 10G M4300 series models.
• – Half-width 1U design for redundant side-by-side mounting.
• Brand Netgear
• Part Number XSM4324-100NES
• Product Type Layer 3 Managed Switch
• Total 10G Ports 24 x 10GBASE-T
• SFP+ Ports 4 x SFP+ (Shared)
• Switching Capacity 480 Gbps
• Throughput 357 Mpps
• Form Factor Rackmount (Half-width)
• MAC Address Table 32,000 entries
• Power Consumption 161W (Max)
• Acoustics 39.7 dB @ 25°C
• Dimensions 212 x 44 x 345 mm
• Weight 3.72 kg
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Does this switch support Power over Ethernet (PoE)? No, the XSM4324-100NES (M4300-24X) is a non-PoE model designed specifically for high-speed 10G data transport and ProAV signal distribution.
• Can I stack this model with 1Gbps M4300 switches? Yes, the M4300 series supports mixed stacking, allowing you to combine 1G and 10G models into a single logical unit for simplified management and redundancy.
• Is this switch suitable for SDVoE installations? Yes, it is pre-configured with IGMP Plus and optimized for zero-touch ProAV over IP and SDVoE deployments, significantly reducing setup time for AV integrators.