The QSC NS26-480+ 26-Port Pre-Configured NETGEAR Network Switch is an enterprise-grade network switch designed to meet the performance requirements of Q-SYS, AES67, and Dante systems.
Designed primarily for Q-SYS audio, video, and control (AV&C), the NS Series Gen 2 provides a pre-configured networking solution for AV integrators and IT support teams deploying dedicated AV networks.
Faster deployment: The pre-configured switch helps reduce setup time, simplify commissioning, and minimize troubleshooting associated with configuring general-purpose network switches for AV applications.
Flexible AV networking: Supports Q-LAN, AES67, and Dante audio, along with Q-LAN video streaming and distribution, using the supplied configuration.
Power over Ethernet: PoE+ ports provide combined network connectivity and power for compatible Q-SYS endpoints and other supported devices.
Intelligent multicast management: Integrated IGMP+ helps manage multicast AV traffic across compatible NS Series Gen 2 switches. An optional built-in DHCP server can provide automated IP addressing for standalone AV networks.
QSC NS26-480+ Network Switch Features
- Pre-Configured for Q-SYS: Designed to support Q-SYS audio, video, and control network deployments.
- 26-Port Connectivity: Provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and four 10 Gbps SFP uplink ports.
- 480 W PoE Budget: Supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with up to 30 W per compatible port, subject to the total power budget.
- AV Protocol Support: Supports Q-LAN, AES67, Dante, and Q-LAN video using the supplied configuration.
- IGMP+ Multicast Management: Helps manage multicast traffic across compatible NS Series Gen 2 switches.
- Optional DHCP Server: Provides an option for automated IP addressing in standalone AV networks.
- Reduced Setup Complexity: Factory-configured AV networking helps simplify deployment and commissioning.
- Scalable AV Infrastructure: Designed for professional installations that require reliable network connectivity for compatible audio, video, and control endpoints.

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QSC NS26-480+ Network Switch Specifications
| Specification | NS26-480+ |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Pre-configured managed network switch for Q-SYS AV networks |
| Total Ports | 26 |
| Gigabit Ethernet Ports | 26 total switch ports, including 24 PoE+ ports and the SFP uplink interfaces specified by the manufacturer |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Maximum PoE Output per Port | Up to 30 W per compatible port, subject to port and total power limits |
| Total PoE Power Budget | 480 W |
| 10 Gbps Uplinks | Four 10 Gbps SFP ports |
| Network Management | Managed switch with Q-SYS-specific pre-configuration |
| AV Protocols | Q-LAN, AES67, Dante, and Q-LAN video with the supplied configuration |
| Multicast Management | Integrated IGMP+ functionality |
| DHCP Server | Optional built-in DHCP server for supported standalone AV network deployments |
| Default IP Address | 192.168.0.109, according to Q-SYS NS Series Gen 2 setup documentation |
| Manufacturer Switch Model | NETGEAR M4250-26G4XF-PoE+ |
QSC NS26-480+ Manuals and Documentation
QSC NS26-480+ Specification Sheet (PDF)
Q-SYS NS Series Gen 2 Switch Setup Guide
Refer to the manufacturer's documentation for switch configuration, IP addressing, network deployment, and supported AV protocols.
QSC NS26-480+ Frequently Asked Questions
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