At least 2 network interface cards (NICs).This is an encryption instruction set that helps pfSense performance, especially with VPNs.

This is especially true if you want to run intrusion detection/protection systems like Snort and Suricata. pfSense doesn’t normally require much RAM, but if you are going to do a lot with it you may need more than the average user. Sufficient RAM for the packages you want to run.The faster your traffic, the more powerful the CPU you will need. The CPU must be powerful enough to route your Internet traffic.Bonus Choices: Hardware readers have recommendedĮveryone will have different hardware needs but here are some common requirements for pretty much any build:.

Tenth Choice: Repurpose an existing desktop.

Fifth Choice: MOGINSOK 4X 2.5GbE Intel I225-V.Second Choice: Qotom Mini ITX Q330G4 Intel Core i3.First Choice: Protectli Vault 4 Port Mini PC.Internal I/O: SATA1x Internal SATA, WirelessOptional 802.External I/O: Networking4x Intel i211-AT Gigabit Ethernet, RJ-45,USB2x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0, WirelessOptional 802.11b/g/n WiFi Kit (Protectli P/N: WAP01K), COM Port1x RJ45 COM Port, Display2x HDMI, PowerInput 12V DC, Illuminated Power Button (Blue), Power Indicator1x Power LED (Green), Activity Indicator1x HDD Activity LED (Red).Memory and Storage: RAM1x SO-DIMM DDR3L-1600, 1.35v, Max 8GB, Storage1x mSATA SSD, Max 1 TB, Optional Storage1x Internal SATA Header.Processor: CPUIntel Celeron J3060 (64 Bit, 1.6 GHz, 2 Cores, 2 Threads, 2MB L2 Cache),GPUIntegrated Intel Clear Video HD Technology,AES-ISupported.25% smaller than the original Vault at only 4.3″ x 4.1″ x 1.5″.2 Intel Gigabit i211-AT Ethernet NIC ports.Intel Celeron J3060 Dual Core at 1.6 GHz (Turbo 2.48 GHz).

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