At ISE 2026, NETGEAR, Inc. is set to launch two new IP switches in its M4350 series, alongside the updated NETGEAR Engage™ Controller. These solutions are tailored to meet the precise needs of AV and broadcast integrators, offering robust hardware for demanding environments, enhanced bandwidth to support expanding setups, and the flexibility to design and configure networks before arriving on-site.
The M4350-16M4V targets demanding AV setups with 16 x 2.5G PoE++ ports (up to 1,130W total), 4 x 25G SFP28 uplinks, and four modular interface card slots for customizable uplink connectivity. It also incorporates Neutrik® locking connectors—etherCON® for network, opticalCON® for fiber, and powerCON® for power—ensuring connections remain secure during load-ins and live events.
The M4350-16C addresses high-throughput challenges in large AV-over-IP deployments, delivering 16 ports of 100G connectivity. Designed for aggregation and core layers, it provides integrators the bandwidth needed to handle multiple high-resolution video streams simultaneously.
Complementing the new hardware, NETGEAR Engage Controller version 2.4, launching in February, introduces offline provisioning. Integrators can now design entire networks, configure virtual switches and WiFi 7 access points, and test setups without physical devices. Configurations can be exported for rapid on-site deployment and saved as reusable templates for similar projects.
“Integrators told us their biggest pain points: too much time on-site, cables that come loose during critical moments, and networks that are hard to scale. We listened,” said Laurent Masia, Senior Director Product Management at NETGEAR. “Offline provisioning means you can configure networks from anywhere and deploy in minutes. Neutrik locking connectors ensure nothing disconnects. And 100G switches mean you’re ready for whatever bandwidth demands come next.”
