NETGEAR GB406

NETGEAR Align Controller GB406 for AV Network Management

A half-width 1U AV-network appliance that hosts NETGEAR Engage, consolidates timing and network services, and provides four 2.5GbE ports plus two 10G SFP+ ports.

4 × 2.5GbE2 × 10G SFP+PoE++ Type 4 powerPTPv2 and gPTP timing

Product overview

Product details and key benefits

The GB406 combines AV management, timing, infrastructure services and an open Ubuntu/Docker platform in one rack-mountable controller.

It supports local Engage access, licensed remote access, PTPv2 Grandmaster and Boundary Clock functions, gPTP AVB and network services including NTP, Syslog, DNS and DHCP.

AV management platform

Purpose-built host for NETGEAR Engage with local access and licensed remote access through the NETGEAR Insight portal.

Precision timing

Onboard IEEE 1588 PTPv2 Grandmaster and Boundary Clock support for SMPTE ST 2110, ST 2059-2 and AES67, plus gPTP AVB.

Six network ports

Four Intel I226 2.5GbE ports and two Intel XS710 10G SFP+ ports.

Flexible rack power

Primary PoE++ 802.3bt Type 4 power with an included local AC adapter as backup.

Important product details

Remote Engage access through the NETGEAR Insight portal requires a licence.
Future NETGEAR and third-party application support is a platform direction rather than an included application set.
Primary power is PoE++ 802.3bt Type 4, with the included local AC adapter available as backup power.

Warranty and purchase confidence

DeviceDeal is an authorised reseller. This product is supported by a 5-year NETGEAR manufacturer warranty. Keep your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty eligibility, assessment and claims are subject to the manufacturers terms and conditions.

Buying information

Frequently asked questions

What does the NETGEAR Align Controller GB406 do?

It hosts NETGEAR Engage and consolidates AV timing, network services and application hosting in one appliance.

How many network ports does it provide?

It has six ports: four 2.5GbE ports and two 10G SFP+ ports.

Which timing standards are supported?

It supports IEEE 1588 PTPv2, SMPTE ST 2110, SMPTE ST 2059-2, AES67 and gPTP AVB.

Which network services run on the appliance?

NTP, Syslog, DNS and DHCP services run on the appliance.

How is it powered?

Primary power is PoE++ 802.3bt Type 4. A local AC adapter is included for backup power.

What hardware platform is included?

It includes an Intel Amston Lake octa-core x7809 processor, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 64GB internal storage with an M.2 2242 expansion bay.

Does remote Engage access require a licence?

Yes. Remote access through the NETGEAR Insight portal requires a licence and supports up to five concurrent users.

What is included for installation?

The package includes the controller, external power adapter and cord, console cable, SFP+ caps, footpads, rack brackets, a two-unit pairing kit and an installation guide.

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Features and highlights

NETGEAR Align Controller GB406 for AV Network Management

AV management platform

Purpose-built host for NETGEAR Engage with local access and licensed remote access through the NETGEAR Insight portal.

Precision timing

Onboard IEEE 1588 PTPv2 Grandmaster and Boundary Clock support for SMPTE ST 2110, ST 2059-2 and AES67, plus gPTP AVB.

Six network ports

Four Intel I226 2.5GbE ports and two Intel XS710 10G SFP+ ports.

Flexible rack power

Primary PoE++ 802.3bt Type 4 power with an included local AC adapter as backup.

Key highlights

Half-width shallow 1U rack-mountable form factor
Intel Amston Lake octa-core x7809 processor
16GB LPDDR5 RAM
64GB internal storage
SATA Gen 3.2 M.2 2242 expansion bay
Ubuntu and Docker platform
NTP, Syslog, DNS and DHCP services
Remote access for up to five concurrent users with licence
5-year manufacturer warranty

DeviceDeal is an authorised reseller. This product is supported by a 5-year NETGEAR manufacturer warranty.

Technical specifications

NETGEAR Align Controller GB406 for AV Network Management

Physical

DeviceDeal SKU	GB406
Form factor	Half-width, shallow 1U, rack-mountable
Width	220mm
Depth	230mm
Height	43.2mm
Weight	1.7kg (3.75lb)
Acoustics	32.8dB at 25°C

Compute and storage

Processor	Intel Amston Lake octa-core x7809, 2.4GHz
Memory	16GB LPDDR5 RAM
Internal storage	64GB
Expansion	SATA Gen 3.2 M.2 2242 expansion bay
Platform	Ubuntu and Docker; future NETGEAR and third-party app support

Networking

Number of ports	6
Primary port speed	2.5 Gigabit
Copper ports	4 × 2.5GbE (Intel I226)
Fibre ports	2 × 10G SFP+ (Intel XS710)

Timing and services

Timing standards	Grandmaster clock for IEEE 1588 PTPv2, SMPTE ST 2110 / ST 2059-2 / AES67 and gPTP AVB
Network services	NTP, Syslog, DNS and DHCP

Power

Primary power	PoE++ 802.3bt Type 4
Backup power	Local AC adapter APS254W-10000S, included
Power consumption	71W / 242.26Btu/hr

Management

NETGEAR Engage Controller	Purpose-built NETGEAR Engage host
Remote access	Up to 5 concurrent users through the NETGEAR Insight portal; licence required

Package contents

Included items	NETGEAR Align Controller; 54V/1.66A adapter and local AC cord(s); USB Type-C to USB-A 2.0 console cable; 2 SFP+ socket caps; 4 rubber footpads; 1U rackmount brackets; two-unit pairing kit; installation guide via QR code

SKU	GB406
Brand	Netgear
Shipping Width	0.230m
Shipping Height	0.100m
Shipping Length	0.220m
Shipping Cubic	0.005060000m3

Official warranty

Manufacturer warranty & support

DeviceDeal is an authorised reseller. This product is covered by the official 5-year NETGEAR manufacturer warranty.

Keep your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty eligibility, assessment and claims are subject to the manufacturers terms and conditions.