Name: XCM8944 Netgear 40x1G + 2x10GBase-T + 2xSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Switch
Brand: Netgear
SKU: XCM8944
Price: 4066.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Netgear ProSAFE M6100 Series switch offers a reliable combination of gigabit and 10-gigabit ports with Layer 3 capabilities, making it suitable for managing complex network traffic in professional settings. It fits well in environments that need both high port density and versatile uplink options, serving as a foundation for enterprise-level network deployment.

General Information
Brand	Netgear
Part Number	XCM8944
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	40
Number of Ports	2-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, 10GBase-T, SFP+
Port Speed	1000Base-T,10GBase-T
UpLink Ports	2 x 10GBase-T,2 x SFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	160 Gbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32K

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI, Command Line Interface (CLI), SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), RMON, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, Telnet
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X Authentication, DHCP Snooping, Port Security, IP-MAC-Port Binding, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH/SSL
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,HTTP/HTTPS,SSH,Telnet,CLI
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.1D

Product Description
The Netgear ProSAFE M6100 Series switch delivers robust Layer 3 management alongside a mix of gigabit and 10 gigabit connectivity options. It is commonly used in medium to large business networks, data centers, and campus environments where efficient traffic management and high throughput are essential. Network administrators and IT professionals rely on this switch to maintain smooth network operations and scalable performance. Key Features Provides 40 gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting multiple devices with stable throughput Includes 2 10GBase-T and 2 SFP+ ports to ensure flexible uplink and stacking options Offers Layer 3 routing capabilities to support VLAN segmentation and dynamic routing protocols Supports advanced network management for traffic control and security policies Equipped to handle demanding network environments with consistent performance This switch is frequently deployed in corporate networks and data centers where multiple endpoints and uplinks must be managed efficiently. Its combination of gigabit ports and enhanced routing features helps maintain network stability and supports growing infrastructure needs. This makes it a practical choice for organizations aiming to balance speed, scalability, and control in their networking gear.

Use Cases
The Netgear XCM8944 switch is commonly deployed in enterprise and data center infrastructures that require high-density gigabit port availability combined with flexible 10-gigabit uplinks. Network administrators managing virtualized environments or segmented networks benefit from this switch’s Layer 3 capabilities and port versatility. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in medium to large data centers with diverse device connectivity needs including servers, storage units, and access points. Providing core switching and routing for enterprise IT environments that demand network segmentation and advanced Layer 3 features. Enabling virtualization platforms to maintain high throughput and low latency through dedicated 10GBase-T and SFP+ uplinks. Supporting campus network edge deployments where multiple gigabit connections converge with uplinks to central data centers or cloud gateways. Facilitating storage area network (SAN) environments that require reliable Layer 3 routing and high port density for iSCSI traffic. This switch supports operational efficiency by consolidating high-density gigabit access and flexible 10G uplinks into a single platform, enabling scalable network architectures. Its Layer 3 management features help maintain optimized traffic flow and segmentation across complex deployments without sacrificing performance.