The QSC NS26-1440++ 26-Port Pre-Configured NETGEAR Network Switch is an enterprise-grade managed network switch designed to meet the performance requirements of Q-SYS, AES67, and Dante systems.
With a focus on Q-SYS audio, video, and control (AV&C), this pre-configured switch provides an out-of-the-box networking solution for AV integrators and IT support teams building standalone AV networks.
QSC NS26-1440++ Network Switch Features
- Expedite Deployment: Pre-configured for Q-SYS AV&C systems to help reduce setup time and simplify commissioning for integrators and IT support teams.
- Flexible AV Networking: Supports Q-LAN, AES67, and Dante audio streams, as well as Q-LAN video streaming and distribution within the supplied network configuration.
- High-Power PoE++: Supports IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 PoE++ with up to 90 W per compatible device and a total PoE budget of 1,440 W.
- 26-Port Connectivity: Provides 26 1 Gbps switch ports, including 24 PoE++-capable ports, plus four 1 Gbps SFP ports.
- Intelligent Multicast Management: Integrated IGMP+ helps manage multicast AV traffic between compatible NS Series Gen 2 switches.
- Optional DHCP Server: Supports automated IP addressing for compatible standalone AV network deployments.
- Q-SYS Network Optimization: Preloaded AV&C profiles provide network quality-of-service settings for supported AV streaming formats.
- Scalable AV Infrastructure: Designed to support professional Q-SYS audio, video, and control installations as system requirements evolve.

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Choose the QSC NS26-1440++ for high-power PoE++ and pre-configured AV networking. Contact HDTV Supply for assistance confirming compatibility with your system requirements.
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QSC NS26-1440++ Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | QSC NS26-1440++ |
| Product Type | Pre-configured managed network switch for Q-SYS AV&C systems |
| NETGEAR Model | M4250-26G4F-PoE++ |
| Total Switch Ports | 26 |
| Ethernet Port Speed | 1 Gbps |
| PoE++-Capable Ports | 24 |
| SFP Ports | 4 × 1 Gbps SFP |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 (PoE++) |
| Maximum PoE Output | Up to 90 W per compatible device |
| Total PoE Power Budget | 1,440 W |
| Supported AV Protocols | Q-LAN, AES67, Dante, and Q-LAN video within the supplied configuration |
| Multicast Management | Integrated IGMP+ |
| DHCP Server | Optional built-in DHCP server |
| Default IP Address | 192.168.0.111 |
| Default Subnet Mask | 255.255.255.0 |
Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation for complete physical, electrical, environmental, and regulatory specifications.
QSC NS26-1440++ Manuals and Documentation
QSC NS26-1440++ Specification Sheet (PDF)
Q-SYS NS Series Gen 2 Switch Setup Guide
Verify the first PDF link before publishing. Its filename references NS40-960, not NS26-1440++.
QSC NS26-1440++ Frequently Asked Questions
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