Just Add Power scales AMP Standardized systems to 63 switches
Just Add Power provides detailed guidelines for configuring multi-switch AMP Standardized Systems, supporting up to 63 switches from the same manufacturer. The article outlines requirements for 10Gb SFP+ interconnects, trunk links, and bandwidth considerations for various AV-over-IP applications. It also lists compatible switch models from manufacturers like Luxul, Netgear, TP-Link, Intellinet, Ruckus, and Cisco.
Key Takeaways
- AMP Standardized Systems now support a maximum of 63 interconnected switches from a single manufacturer.
- Mandatory 10Gb SFP+ interconnects are required; standard 1Gb RJ45 ports cannot be used for inter-switch uplinks.
- System design utilizes a chain topology where half of available SFP+ ports connect to each adjacent switch.
- Bandwidth requirements vary by product generation, with MaxColor encoders requiring 850 Mbps and a 1:1 ratio per Gb of uplink.
- Supported hardware includes specific managed switch models from Netgear, Luxul, TP-Link, Cisco, Ruckus, and Intellinet.
Why It Matters
The expansion to 63 switches signals a move toward massive, campus-scale AV distribution that was once the exclusive domain of high-cost proprietary matrix switchers. By standardizing on 10Gb interconnects and trunking, Just Add Power is hardening its stack for high-bitrate MaxColor 4K60 deployments that demand significant backplane headroom. This move forces integrators to treat AV-over-IP networking with the same rigor as enterprise data centers, emphasizing manufacturer consistency and bandwidth math over simple plug-and-play setups. Watch for whether competitors like Crestron or Kramer loosen their proprietary hardware locks to counter this open-switch ecosystem as the market shifts toward commodity 10Gb infrastructure.
Additional Context
The transition to high-density AV-over-IP environments is accelerating as the global market for managed AV switches is projected to reach $9.6 billion by 2034, per DataIntelo in April 2026. This growth is underpinned by a shift in enterprise environments where AV is no longer a standalone utility but a core component of the IT network. In early 2026, Netgear expanded its M4350 series with 100G connectivity models to resolve throughput bottlenecks in these large-scale deployments, specifically targeting the aggregation points where multiple uncompressed 4K video streams converge. Industry sentiment as of May 2026 shows Cisco and Netgear leading the mindshare for AV-over-IP switching, holding a combined 55% of the market, according to PeerSpot. Despite the entry of software-centric workflows like NDI and Dante, the physical layer remains a point of friction; both Cisco and Ruckus have noted 1-2 second delays in socket handling for certain switching commands, a latency issue Just Add Power is currently addressing with firmware updates. Furthermore, the 2026 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show highlighted 'self-healing' networks and AI-assisted monitoring as the next technical hurdle, moving beyond simple connectivity toward automated network management for multi-location corporate campuses.
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