NETGEAR Expands AV Networking Portfolio with Rugged Switches and Offline Provisioning
Event summary
- NETGEAR introduces two new M4350 series IP switches: the ruggedized M4350-16M4V with Neutrik locking connectors and the high-bandwidth M4350-16C with 100G connectivity.
- The company launches Engage Controller v2.4 in February 2026, enabling offline network provisioning for AV integrators.
- New switches will be available in March 2026, expanding the M4350 portfolio to 18 models covering 1G to 100G connectivity.
The big picture
NETGEAR's expansion targets the growing demand for robust, scalable networking solutions in AV and broadcast environments. The new offerings address key pain points like on-site configuration time and connection reliability, aligning with industry trends toward higher bandwidth requirements and remote network management. With over 520 broadcast and AV manufacturer partners, NETGEAR is positioning itself as a comprehensive provider of end-to-end connectivity solutions.
What we're watching
- Product Differentiation
- How NETGEAR's ruggedized design and offline provisioning will position it against competitors in the AV networking space.
- Market Adoption
- The pace at which integrators adopt these solutions for large-scale AV-over-IP deployments.
- Technical Execution
- Whether NETGEAR can maintain reliability and performance across its expanding M4350 portfolio.
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