NETGEAR CSM4316 16x 100G QSFP28 Fully Managed Switch

NETGEAR CSM4316 16x 100G QSFP28 Fully Managed Switch is built for AV and broadcast environments where high-capacity transport, aggregation, and backbone bandwidth matter more than edge connectivity. Based on the source details, this switch provides 16 x 100G QSFP28 ports in a 1RU chassis, making it a strong fit for serious media-network infrastructure where consistent high-speed optical bandwidth is the priority.

Highlights

• 16 x 100G QSFP28 ports for high-capacity backbone and aggregation roles
• Enhanced IGMP support, AVB included, and jumbo frames up to 12kb
• Quiet Mode acoustics rated at 30.4 dB at 25°C
• Compatible with APS600Wv3A, APS1200Wv2, and APS2000Wv2 PSU options
• 1RU rack form factor for clean high-density deployment

Quick Specs & Uses

• Width: 440 mm
• Depth: 400 mm
• Height: 43.2 mm
• Weight: 8.03 kg (17.70 lb)
• Primary port speed: 100 Gigabit
• Number of ports: 16 (16 x 100G QSFP28)
• IGMP support: Enhanced (NETGEAR IGMP Plus)
• Jumbo frame support: Yes, up to 12kb
• AVB support: Yes, included
• Acoustics: Quiet Mode 30.4 dB at 25°C
• Power consumption: Maximum 161.9W / 552.40 Btu/hr; Standby (no port connection) 69.1W / 235.43 Btu/hr
• PSU compatible models: APS600Wv3A, APS1200Wv2, APS2000Wv2

Why It Helps

In real AV and broadcast systems, some switches are there to power devices and some are there to move a very large amount of traffic cleanly and consistently. The CSM4316 fits the second role. With dense 100G QSFP28 connectivity and AV-aware support features, it is better suited to aggregation, transport, and backbone duties than general access-layer work.

System Characteristics

• Uniform 100G QSFP28 design supports high-capacity optical transport and aggregation
• IGMP Plus, AVB, and jumbo frame support align with multicast-heavy and media-sensitive workflows
• Low 30.4 dB acoustic figure makes placement easier in shared technical spaces
• Multiple compatible PSU options support broader deployment and service planning
• 1RU chassis format fits cleanly into professional rack builds

What’s In The Box

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