The QSC Q-SYS NS40-960+ 40-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 primary focus on Q-SYS audio, video, and control (AV&C), this pre-configured network switch provides an out-of-the-box solution for Q-SYS integrators and IT support teams building standalone AV networks.
QSC Q-SYS NS40-960+ Network Switch Features
- Expedite Deployment: Pre-configured to meet the networking requirements of Q-SYS AV&C systems, helping reduce installation time, troubleshooting, and support requirements.
- Flexible AV Networking: Supports Q-LAN, AES67, and Dante audio streams, along with Q-LAN video streaming and distribution within the supplied configuration.
- Power over Ethernet Plus: All 40 primary copper ports support PoE+ compliant with IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, providing up to 30 W per compatible port within the total power budget.
- High-Speed Uplinks: Eight 10 Gbps SFP+ ports support high-speed uplink connectivity for compatible network infrastructure.
- 960 W PoE Budget: Provides a total PoE power budget of 960 W for compatible powered devices.
- Intelligent Multicast Management: Integrated IGMP+ helps manage multicast AV traffic across compatible NS Series Gen 2 switches.
- Optional DHCP Server: Supports automated IP addressing for compatible standalone AV networks.
- Future-Ready AV Infrastructure: Designed to support professional Q-SYS installations requiring reliable network connectivity for audio, video, and control.

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Choose the QSC Q-SYS NS40-960+ for pre-configured AV networking, 40 PoE+ ports, and eight 10 Gbps uplinks. Contact HDTV Supply for assistance confirming compatibility with your installation.
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QSC NS40-960+ Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | QSC NS40-960+ |
| Product Type | Pre-configured managed network switch for Q-SYS AV&C |
| NETGEAR Model | M4250-40G8XF-PoE+ |
| Primary Switch Ports | 40 × 1 Gbps Ethernet |
| PoE+ Ports | 40 |
| Uplink Ports | 8 × 10 Gbps SFP+ |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Maximum PoE Output per Port | Up to 30 W per compatible port, subject to total power limits |
| Total PoE Power Budget | 960 W |
| Supported AV Protocols | Q-LAN, AES67, Dante, and Q-LAN video within the supplied configuration |
| Multicast Management | IGMP+ functionality |
| DHCP Server | Optional built-in DHCP server |
| Default IP Address | 192.168.0.108 |
| Default Subnet Mask | 255.255.255.0 |
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