NETGEAR XSM4344FC — M4350-40F4C 40x10G SFP+ and 4x100G QSFP28 (XSM4344FC)

M4350-40F4C 40x10G SFP+ and 4x100G QSFP28 (XSM4344FC)

NETGEAR XSM4344FC Fully Managed 10G Fiber Switch for SMB Networks

The NETGEAR XSM4344FC (M4350‑40F4C) is a fully managed Layer 3 fiber switch designed for small to mid‑size business networks that require high‑density 10‑Gigabit connectivity with ultra‑fast 100‑Gigabit uplinks. Part of the enterprise‑class M4350 platform, it provides exceptional performance, scalability, and simplified management for aggregation, core, and high‑bandwidth edge deployments.

High‑Density 10G Fiber with 100G Uplinks

Featuring 40 × 10G SFP+ fiber ports, the XSM4344FC delivers massive connectivity for switches, servers, storage systems, and AV endpoints. Four 100G QSFP28 uplink ports ensure high‑speed aggregation and future‑ready backbone connectivity, allowing SMB networks to scale without redesign.

Enterprise‑Grade Performance for Growing Businesses

Built on NETGEAR’s advanced switching architecture, the XSM4344FC supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, enabling secure VLAN segmentation, efficient inter‑VLAN routing, and optimized traffic flows. Virtual chassis stacking, auto‑LAG, and auto‑trunking improve resilience and simplify multi‑switch deployments.

Simplified Management for SMB IT Teams

The switch offers flexible management options including a web‑based GUI, command‑line interface, and centralized management platforms. A streamlined interface reduces deployment time and ongoing operational overhead, making the XSM4344FC easy to manage for in‑house IT teams and managed service providers alike.

Optimized for Business‑Critical and AV Applications

Enhanced multicast support ensures reliable delivery for video, voice, and real‑time applications without unnecessary network flooding. Quiet operation and a compact 1U rack‑mount design make the XSM4344FC suitable for server rooms, wiring closets, and edge locations where noise and space matter.

Key Benefits for SMBs

• 40 × 10G SFP+ ports for high‑density fiber connectivity
• 4 × 100G QSFP28 uplinks for core and aggregation switching
• Fully managed Layer 3 switching for secure, segmented networks
• Scalable design with stacking and redundancy support
• Ideal for aggregation, core, and high‑bandwidth edge deployments

Ideal Use Cases

• SMB core and aggregation switching
• High‑density 10G fiber access networks
• Inter‑switch and backbone connectivity
• Server, storage, and virtualization environments
• Business AV and data‑intensive applications