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Black desktop network switch with 16 SFP+ ports visible on the front panel

Netgear Inc.

Netgear Inc. XSM4216F-100NAS 16-port 10G SFP+ network switch

SKU CH-CAVF-EJZX3 MPN XSM4216F-100NAS

A fully managed 16-port 10G SFP+ switch designed for AV-over-IP with selectable fan profiles and reversible rack mounting

  • Type of switchManaged
  • Product formatDesktop
  • Management typeManaged
  • Main ports16 x SFP+
  • Main port speed10 Gbit/s
  • MAC table size16K
  • 16 SFP+ ports deliver 10 Gbps fibre connectivity for high-bandwidth AV over IP
  • Fully managed M4250 switch provides 16K MAC table and 4K VLANs for network segmentation
  • Reversible rackmount ears allow front or rear port orientation plus recessed mounting
  • Selectable fan modes include fanless operation for silent AV environments
  • AV web interface offers pre-built profiles for Dante, Q-SYS, AES67, NDI and more

Product Identity

The Netgear XSM4216F-100NAS is a fully managed 16-port 10G SFP+ switch from the AV Line M4250 series. It is built for professional audio and video over IP installations that require deterministic switching and specialised AV profiles.

Pre-Installation Checks

Verify that your cabling infrastructure uses compatible SFP+ transceivers and fibre patch cords for 1G or 10G links. Confirm the rack or desktop space can accommodate the 17.32" x 1.70" x 7.87" chassis and that the selected mounting orientation — standard, reversed or recessed — matches your airflow and cable routing plan.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Software-controlled fan modes allow silent, fanless operation when thermal headroom permits, or switched to quiet or cool profiles during continuous high-throughput AV streams. The hardware and IGMP Plus tuning maintain consistent multicast forwarding for Dante, NDI, SDVoE and other licensed profiles without frame drops over long sessions.

How it compares

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Price $956.99
Pricier than about 64% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Model nameXSM4216F-100NAS
Connectivity
Management typeManaged
Main port speed10 Gbit/s
MAC table size16K
VLAN capability4K VLANs
Jumbo frame support12 KB
Ports & slots
Main ports16 x SFP+
Size & build
Product dimensions17.32 in × 1.7 in × 7.87 in
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size533 × 264 × 124 mm
More details
Type of switchManaged
Product formatDesktop
Indicator lightsPower LED, Fan LED, Port LEDs

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the XSM4216F-100NAS and what must be purchased separately?

The package includes the M4250-16XF switch, power cord(s), console USB Type-C and RJ45-DB9 cables, standard and recessed rackmount brackets, rubber footpads for tabletop use, and an installation guide. SFP+ transceivers and the AVB license are sold separately.

How do I choose between the 16-port SFP+ model and other M4250 variants?

This model provides 16 SFP+ ports that each run at 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps over fiber. Other M4250 units offer copper multi-gigabit ports, PoE+ or Ultra90 PoE++ power budgets of 15.4 W, 30 W, 60 W, 75 W or 90 W, or smaller 8- and 12-port counts. Select based on whether you need fiber uplinks, powered endpoints, or port density.

What does the 10 Gbps per port rating mean when the switch is installed in a rack?

Each of the 16 SFP+ ports supports 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps line-rate switching with a 16K MAC table, 4K VLANs and 12 KB jumbo frames. The switch operates in standard or recessed rackmount orientation, and software-controlled fan modes allow fanless, quiet or cool operation depending on ambient temperature and noise requirements.

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