This Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212PX Managed Network Switches for OmniStream Systems is a compact, enterprise-grade PoE+ network switch optimized for audio/video over IP systems.
It features eight 1 GbE ports that supply full-power PoE+ capabilities, backed by a 240 W global power budget, and pairs that with two 10 Gb SFP+ fiber uplinks for high-speed aggregation.
Built for pro AV deployments, it includes rear-facing ports to maintain clean rack appearance, supports IGMP filtering for multicast traffic, and offers managed-switch reliability and control-making it a strong fit for huddle rooms, classrooms, or distributed AV installations where robust network infrastructure is critical.
These switches are preconfigured and ready for integration with OmniStream systems. Follow a simple instruction guide for setup, and then connect OmniStream endpoints.
NETGEAR M4250 Series switches are available with 8, 24, or 40 ports with PoE+ (Power over Ethernet+) to remotely power OmniStream encoders and decoders.
The M4250 Series features an intuitive, user-friendly web GUI that focuses on the aspects of network monitoring and management most relevant to networked AV systems.
Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212PX Managed Network Switches for OmniStream Systems Feature:
- Gigabit Ethernet network switches designed for AV over IP systems
- Preconfigured for out-of-the-box integration with OmniStreamTM encoders and decoders
- Greatly simplify network switch setup, and bypass complex configuration tasks
- Available in models with 8, 24, or 40 PoE+ network ports
- SFP+ interfaces enable 10 Gigabit Ethernet links for connecting network switches
- Dedicated web GUI designed for AV installers and technicians
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Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212PX Managed Network Switches for OmniStream Systems Specifications:
- Ports
- Primary Port Speed: 1 Gigabit
- Number of Ports: 12 (8 x 1G PoE+, 2 x 1G, 2 x SFP+)
- PoE Ports / Budget: 8 PoE+ (30 W / port) / 240 W
- Performance
- Switching Engine: Layer 2 / Layer 3
- IGMP Support: IGMP Snooping, IGMP Querier v2, IGMP Immediate Leave, Unregistered Multicast Flooding, Static Multicast Groups (optional) Enhanced with NETGEAR IGMP Plus™ for multiple switches
- Networked AV protocol: OmniStream™ (pre-configured), ports can be individually configured for other networked AV protocols such as Dante® and AES67
- Buttons and Indicators
- Buttons: RESET: 1 x push button, recessed (back panel)
- Indicators: Ports 1 – 12 (Activity): 12 x LED, green (front panel; mirrored from back panel ports)
- Indicators: Ports 1 – 8 (PoE): 8 x LED, blue (front panel; mirrored from back panel ports)
- Indicators: POWER, FAN, PoE: 3 x LED, green (front and back panels)
- Connectors
- Ethernet with PoE+ (802.3at-2009): 8 x 1GBaseT RJ45
- Ethernet: 2 x 1GBaseT RJ45
- SFP+: 2 x 1GBaseX
- USB: 1 x USB 2.0
- LED EXT.: Not used
- OOB: 1 x 1GBaseT RJ45
- CONSOLE: 1 x RJ45 RS-232
- USB-C CONSOLE: 1 x USB Type-C
- Power: 1 x IEC
- Power
- PoE+ Standard: IEEE 802.3at-2009
- Consumption with PoE: 306.4 W
- Consumption without PoE: 25 W
- Standby (no connections): 12.96 W
- Internal Power Supply: 100 – 240 V ~ 50 – 60 Hz, 5 A
- Dimensions (H x W x D) Inches
- Unit: 17.32 x 7.87 x 1.70 (440 x 200 x 43.2 mm)
- Weight Pounds
- Unit: 6.39 lb / 2.9 kg
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Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212P User Manual
Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212PX Datasheet
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What is the Atlona NETGEAR-GSM4212PX Managed Network Switch?
A: It is a fully managed NETGEAR M4250-series switch configured for professional AV-over-IP and OmniStream deployments.
It provides managed Ethernet connectivity, PoE+ power, multicast controls, and AV-focused configuration for networked AV endpoints.
How many network ports does it have?
A: The switch provides 12 ports: 8 x 1G PoE+, 2 x 1G, 2 x SFP+.
This combines Gigabit access connections for AV endpoints with higher-speed uplinks for aggregation and inter-switch traffic.
How many PoE+ ports are available?
A: It provides 8 PoE+ ports with a total PoE budget of 240 W.
PoE+ allows compatible encoders, decoders, and other endpoints to receive power and data through one Ethernet cable.
Is it preconfigured for OmniStream?
A: Yes, the M4250 AV Line is preconfigured for integration with OmniStream systems.
This reduces setup work and gives AV integrators an easier starting point for connecting compatible networked AV endpoints.
Does it support IGMP?
A: Yes, the switch supports IGMP snooping, querier functions, immediate leave, and other multicast-management features.
These functions are important for AV-over-IP because they help control multicast traffic and prevent unnecessary network flooding.
Is it Layer 2/Layer 3?
A: Yes, the switching engine supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking features.
This provides greater flexibility for segmented, routed, and managed AV networks than a basic unmanaged switch.
Does it have an AV-focused GUI?
A: Yes, the M4250 platform provides a web GUI designed around networked AV installation and management.
AV-oriented profiles and color-coded port functions can simplify commissioning and ongoing troubleshooting.
Can it power AV endpoints?
A: Yes, the PoE+ ports can power compatible networked AV endpoints within the available budget.
The installer should calculate the combined endpoint load to ensure it remains within the switch power budget.
What are the uplinks used for?
A: The 2 x 10G SFP+ interfaces provide high-speed aggregation between switches or to the network core.
High-speed uplinks help prevent bottlenecks when multiple video and audio streams converge on the access switch.
Where is it used?
A: It is suitable for conference rooms, classrooms, huddle spaces, control rooms, and distributed AV installations.
Its managed switching, PoE+, multicast handling, and AV profiles make it appropriate for professional AV-over-IP infrastructure.
