The NETGEAR GSM4248UX is a high-performance, fully managed switch designed to meet the demands of AV-over-IP systems and other mission-critical applications. With 48 ports, including 40 x 1G PoE++ ports and 8 x SFP+ ports for fiber connectivity, this switch delivers exceptional power and data performance, ensuring your network can seamlessly handle large-scale installations and high-bandwidth applications.

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Key features:

Main port speed: 1 gigabit per second, ensuring fast and reliable data transmission across your network.
Number of ports: 48 ports in total, including 40 x 1G PoE++ ports and 8 x SFP+ ports, providing high-speed, flexible connectivity for demanding AV-over-IP applications.
PoE++ support: 40 PoE++ ports with 90 W per port and a total PoE budget of 2,880 W, delivering substantial power for high-demand devices such as PTZ cameras, access points, and other PoE++-powered devices.
IGMP support: Advanced IGMP Plus™ functionality for optimal multicast traffic management, making this switch ideal for AV-over-IP applications and enabling efficient video and audio streaming.
Jumbo frame support: Handles jumbo frames up to 12 KB, ensuring smooth data transfer, especially for high-quality video and data-intensive applications.
Fanless design: Operates silently thanks to its fanless design, or at a noise level of 60 dB at 25 °C, making it suitable for environments where quiet operation is required.
Power consumption:
One AC with PoE: 912 W (3113.57 Btu/h)
Two AC with PoE: 1998 W (6821.17 Btu/h)
Three AC with PoE: 3523 W (12027.52 Btu/h)
Without PoE: 82.6 W (282 Btu/h)
Standby mode (no ports connected): 68.5 W (233.86 Btu/h)
AVB license: Included free of charge, enabling low-latency audio and video transmission, synchronization, and high-quality performance in professional audio and video systems.

The GSM4248UX is an ideal choice for large-scale, high-performance audio and video installations, offering a combination of power, performance, and energy efficiency. With 40 PoE++ ports and a massive total PoE budget of 2880 W, it can power a wide range of devices while maintaining optimal network performance.

For audio applications, the GSM4248UX supports Dante, Q-SYS, AES67, and AVB profiles, ensuring full compatibility with professional audio and video systems. The AVB profile is essential in environments requiring ultra-low latency and precise synchronization, such as live performances and other real-time audio/video applications.