Key Features and Investment Protection
- 24 and 48 Gigabit models, and one 24 Gigabit SFP fiber model
- Because RIP, OSPF, VRRP or PIM aren't always needed, M5300 series comes with port-based / VLAN-based / subnet-based "static routing" only Layer 2+ versions
- You can save costs now and should new applications arise, there's seamless upgrade path with Layer 3 licenses
- 4 or 24 uplink fiber (SFP) ports for Fast Ethernet or Gigabit optics
- Two embedded 10 Gigabit interfaces streamline network uplinks with SFP+ and 10GBase-T (RJ45) combo ports
- Two supplemental 10 Gigabit I/O bays for additional uplinks or local / remote stacking, provide versatile 10 Gigabit deployment capabilities
- Uplink capacity per switch is 4-port 10 Gigabit total, mixing 10GBase-T (RJ45), 10GBase-X (SFP+), 10GBase-CX4 (802.3ak) and 48 Gbps stacking ports
PoE+ Features and Expandable Power
- 380W PoE+ budget built-in per switch and full PoE+ power budget capacity up to 1,440W per switch with external EPS
- Example: 96-port PoE+ in a 3 rack unit (RU) form factor and 30W power on all ports (2,880W budget) using two units M5300-52G-POE+ and one RPS4000
- Redundant power supply functionality with one hot-swap modular power supply
- Optional single switch RPS option (RPS5412, one-to-one protection)
- Optional four-switch RPS option (RPS4000, providing power backup up to four switches concurrently as for one-to-one mode)
- Optional four-switch EPS option (RPS4000 in External Power Supply mode for PoE+ application of up to 2,880W PoE+ budget)
Main Software Features
- All M5300 series versions share the same code base for easier deployment and maintenance; same firmware across all platforms
- M5300 series is flexible enough for mixed stacking between Layer 2+ and Layer 3 versions
- Automatic multi-vendor Voice over IP prioritization based on SIP, H323 and SCCP protocol detection
- Voice VLAN and LLDP-MED for automatic IP phones QoS and VLAN configuration
- Multi-hop RP multicast PIM routing advanced implementation for resilient video deployments
- Advanced classifier-based hardware implementation for L2 (MAC), L3 (IP) and L4 (UDP/TCP transport ports) security and prioritization
- Innovative multi-vendor Auto-iSCSI capabilities for easier virtualization optimization
Virtual Chassis Stacking Technology
- True Virtual Chassis Stacking technology with up to 384 Gbps interconnect for network operations simplification
- Meshed stacking for multi-resiliency and advanced load balancing capabilities
- Up to 384 ports Gigabit and 16 available 10 Gigabit uplink ports per Virtual Chassis of 8 switches
- Highest availability with sub-second master failover for L2 and L3 seamless switching
- Distributed Link Aggregation for active-active connections
- Investment protection: backward stacking capability with previous GSM72xxPS v1h1 and GSM73xxS v2h1 models
Management Features
- DHCP/BootP innovative auto-installation including firmware and configuration file upload automation
- Industry standard SNMP, RMON, MIB, LLDP, AAA and sFlow implementation
- Selectable serial RS232 DB9 and Mini-USB port for management console
- Standard USB port for local storage, logs, configuration or image files
- Dual firmware image and configuration file for updates with minimum service interruption
- Industry standard command line interface (CLI) for IT admins used to other vendors commands and scripting
- Fully functional Web console (GUI) for IT admins who prefer an easy to use graphical interface
Industry Leading Availability
- Removable, modular power module for the main power supply
- Hot-swap RPS / EPS capabilities for 100% uptime when the main power supply is replaced
Industry Leading Warranty
- NETGEAR 5300 series is backed by NETGEAR ProSAFE Lifetime Hardware Warranty†
- Also included ProSupport Lifetime 24×7 Advanced Technical Support*
- Also included 3-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Replacement**
† Lifetime warranty for product purchased after 05/01/2007. For product purchased before 05/01/2007, warranty is 5 years. * 24×7 Lifetime Advanced Technical Support includes Remote Diagnostics performed by our technical experts for prompt resolution of technical issues. ** 3-year Next business day onsite hardware replacement support included: see http://onsite.netgear.com for coverage, availability and terms and conditions.
