- Description
- Specifications
Netgear Align Controller (GB406) - GB406-100NES
Product Overview
The NETGEAR Align Controller (GB406) is a purpose-built platform designed to simplify and strengthen AV-over-IP deployments, while enabling scalable, service-led solutions for integrators, service providers, and manufacturers
Built for modern AV and broadcast operations
As AV networks grow in complexity, integrators are expected to:
- Ensure continuous system performance
- Enable remote monitoring and support
- Minimize downtime in business-critical environments
The Align Controller is designed to support this shift:
- Not just hardware, but a platform for efficient, service-driven AV operations
- Enables more scalable and profitable deployment models
Flexible deployment, reduced complexity
Compact, rack-ready design for easy integration across:
- Corporate and enterprise environments
- Broadcast and media installations
- Live events and staging
- High-end residential projects
Reduces system complexity by:
- Consolidating key network services
- Supporting multiple applications in parallel
- Eliminating the need for multiple discrete devices
- Streamlining deployment and ongoing maintenance
Advanced management & remote access
Simplifies installation and transforms post-installation operations with:
- Local browser-based access including NETGEAR Engage (up to 5 users)
- Remote access through NETGEAR Insight (license required)
Enables teams to:
- Monitor system health in real time
- Troubleshoot issues remotely
General Information
- Manufacturer: Netgear, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number: GB406-100NES
- Brand Name: Netgear
- Product Model: GB406
- Product Name: Align Controller (GB406)
- Product Type: AV Over IP Management Appliance
Technical Information
- Connector Type:
- USB 3.0 Type-A
- RJ-45
- USB Type-C
- SFP+
Physical Characteristics
- Form Factor: Rack-mountable
- Height: 1.7"
- Width: 8.7"
- Weight (Approximate): 4.62 lb
Miscellaneous
- Package Contents:
- Align Controller (GB406)
- One external 54V/1.66A power adapter and local AC power cord(s)
- USB Type-C to USB-A 2.0 console cable
- Rubber caps for the SFP+ sockets
- Rubber footpads for tabletop installation
- QR code to the installation guide
- 1-unit rackmounting standard brackets '
- 2-unit pairing kit for two half-width GB406 Align Controllers in a single rack space
- Application/Usage:
- Rack
- Server
- Network Management Device
- IP Device
- Broadcast
- Remote Monitoring
- Business
- Corporate
- Event
- Residential
- Real Time Monitoring
Warranty
- Limited Warranty: 5 Year
- Additional Warranty Information:
Initial Deployment:
90 days of complimentary technical support through all support channels and Fast RMA replacement once the faulty unit is received
