NETGEAR and Crestron Electronics have recently announced that 4 models of the M4250 AV Line Series switches are now directly available through Crestron. Designed for effortless AV-over-IP installations, these switches simplify the integration process with Crestron DM NAX and DM NVX solutions. With an innovative, AV-oriented GUI, the switches remove complex IT network jargon, making installation easier.
- The M4250 switches are designed for easy AV-over-IP installations with a user-friendly GUI and PoE for simplified power and data delivery.
- NETGEAR recently launched their AV-focused division, NETGEAR AV, catering to commercial and residential custom integration AV markets with specialised products and design teams.
Collaboration for Seamless Integration
The M4250 line is designed to work seamlessly with most AV-over-IP installations right out of the box. Notably, this includes the Crestron DM NAX and DM NVX endpoints. This is a welcome change, given that many other network switches necessitate complex configurations to function properly. With the M4250, there’s an emphasis on ease-of-use, enabling a streamlined integration with Crestron solutions.
“As leaders in our respective spaces, NETGEAR and Crestron share a similar vision for flawless AV-over-IP deployments,” said Laurent Masia, Director of Product Line Management, Managed Switches at NETGEAR. “We’re pleased to enhance our partnership ensuring our customers are able to bring their projects to life as seamlessly as possible.”
An Eye on Versatility
Crestron aims to continuously adapt its ecosystem to accommodate a wide array of use cases. This includes settings ranging from conference rooms, active learning classrooms, huddle spaces, to homes and beyond. By making these switches available through their extensive network, they ensure that their dealers have the best technology and scalability available to support growing AV deployments.
Netgear AV M4250 Series Switches – A Unique Offering
The NETGEAR AV M4250 Series switches stand out in the industry with their innovative AV-oriented GUI, a clean aesthetic, and multiple mounting options. The GUI provides a simple, AV-friendly, template-based approach to switch configuration, eliminating the need for complex menus filled with difficult IT network jargon. This simplified workflow enables AV integrators and installers to dive into projects with the confidence that all network settings are correctly configured for their AV application.
NETGEAR AV – A New Focus
NETGEAR has recently launched a division dedicated to AV needs, named NETGEAR AV. This division focuses on the needs of both the commercial and residential custom integration AV markets, and includes products that are only available in the AV distribution channel, as well as design teams for Pro AV and Pro WiFi installations, and software to help configure and manage wired and wireless networks.
FAQ
Q: What makes the NETGEAR AV M4250 Series switches unique in the industry?
A: The NETGEAR AV M4250 Series switches are unique in the industry with an innovative AV-oriented GUI, a clean aesthetic, and multiple mounting options.
Q: How do the M4250 switches simplify AV-over-IP installations?
A: The M4250 switches provide an incredibly simple configuration for AV-over-IP deployments, enabling streamlined integration with Crestron DM NAX and DM NVX solutions.
Q: Why are the M4250 switches recommended for use with Crestron DM NAX and DM NVX solutions?
A: Most other network switches require complex configurations for AV-over-IP installations, but the M4250 switches are designed to work out of the box for most AV-over-IP installations, including with Crestron DM NAX and DM NVX endpoints.
Q: What mounting options are available for the M4250 switches?
A: The M4250 switches offer both desktop and rackmount models, providing multiple mounting options depending on the installation requirements.
Q: Does the M4250 series provide Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
A: Yes, all Crestron M4250 models provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) for single cable power and data delivery, making installation even easier.
