Netgear M4350 40-Port 10G SFP+ Managed Switch
The Netgear M4350 Series managed switch delivers enterprise-grade performance for organizations requiring high-density 10G fiber connectivity. With 40 10G SFP+ ports and 4 100G QSFP28 uplinks, this Layer 3 managed switch is engineered for data center, campus, and service provider environments where bandwidth scalability and flexible fiber connectivity are mission-critical. The XSM4344FC-100NES combines advanced switching capabilities with modular uplink architecture, enabling seamless network expansion without compromising performance.
Key Features
- 40 10G SFP+ ports for high-speed fiber connections
- 4 100G QSFP28 uplink ports for backbone connectivity
- Layer 3 managed switch architecture with advanced routing
- High-density port configuration for space-efficient deployments
- Support for flexible fiber optic connectivity options
- Enterprise-class network management and monitoring
- Redundant power supply options for reliability
- Low-latency switching fabric for real-time applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Netgear |
| Model Series |
M4350 |
| Part Number |
XSM4344FC-100NES |
| Port Configuration |
40x 10G SFP+ + 4x 100G QSFP28 |
| Switch Type |
Layer 3 Managed Switch |
| Total Throughput |
2.4 Tbps |
| Switching Fabric |
Non-blocking architecture |
| Fiber Connectivity |
SFP+ and QSFP28 modules |
| Management |
Web GUI, CLI, SNMP |
| Deployment Use Cases |
Data center, campus networks, service providers |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 10G SFP+ managed switch used for?
A 10G SFP+ managed switch like the Netgear M4350 is designed for high-speed data center and enterprise network deployments. It provides fiber-based connectivity with advanced Layer 3 routing, traffic management, and network segmentation capabilities. Organizations use these switches to handle bandwidth-intensive applications, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure.
How many ports does the Netgear M4350 have?
The Netgear M4350 Series (XSM4344FC-100NES) features 40 10G SFP+ ports for standard connections and 4 100G QSFP28 uplink ports for high-capacity backbone connectivity. This configuration supports up to 44 fiber connections in a single managed switch unit.
What is the difference between SFP+ and QSFP28 ports?
SFP+ ports support 10 Gbps connections, while QSFP28 ports support 100 Gbps connections. The M4350's combination of both allows organizations to connect standard 10G infrastructure while maintaining high-speed uplinks to core network equipment or other switches.
Is the M4350 a Layer 3 switch?
Yes, the Netgear M4350 is a Layer 3 managed switch, meaning it supports advanced routing, VLAN management, and intelligent traffic control. This makes it suitable for complex enterprise networks requiring sophisticated network segmentation and inter-VLAN routing capabilities.
