My isp provides 600mbps, will this device be a bottle neck running pfsense ?

The answer is much more nuanced than a simple 'yes' or 'no'. Primarily, the answer depends on: 1) What software you're planning to run and 2) What services you plan to enable on that software. For example, if you run vanilla OPNsense (out of the box configuration) then you can expect to get wire speed (~930Mbps) throughput with a synthetic benchmark tool like iperf. If you plan to run IPS / IDS and / or VPN, then you can expect much reduced throughput, depending on what the exact configuration is. Protectli has knowledgebase articles that we've posted on the Protectli web site that help to set a baseline of performance expectations.

Is this a better model than this to run pfSense? https://amzn.to/2UcqY86

The primary difference between these two models is 2 ports vs. 4. Either will work great for running pfSense, though another user noted that on the FW4A (this unit is the FW2B), a BIOS configuration change is needed to get pfSense to run properly. (this will ultimately be addressed with a default BIOS configuration change and it can be worked around by following the docs available on our site). Additionally, this unit is a smaller (physical) form factor than the 4 port unit. It runs hot (to the touch), but this is expected and even under a heavy load, the CPU will operate within tolerable limits. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out to us via the support link on our website.

How & can the usb be used as a basic nas? if so, how?, and are they auto-enabled & auto-configured under the subnet local-host?

These devices can be used as a NAS with an operating system installed that supports such functionality. There is only 1 internal mSATA drive (960GB available drive size) as well as an internal SATA port (though no room inside the chassis to mount a drive). You can attach USB connected external drives, though this is less than ideal for a 'proper' NAS.

What is the VGA port for?

The 2 port Protectli Vault with the dual core Celleron does not have a VGA port... at least not the one in this picture which is the one Injabe. For video display this model has 2 HDMI ports.

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Protectli Vault FW2B - 2 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel Dual Core, AES-NI, 8GB RAM, 120GB mSATA SSD - Compatible with pfSense/OPNsense

Protectli Vault FW2B - 2 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel Dual Core, AES-NI, 8GB RAM, 120GB mSATA SSD - Compatible with pfSense/OPNsense

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Brand
Protectli
Operating system
Firewall
CPU model
Celeron
CPU speed
1.6 GHz
Graphics card description
Integrated
Graphics co-processor
Intel Clear HD

⚡Intel Dual Core 1.6 GHz

💾8GB DDR3 RAM + 120GB mSATA SSD

🔒AES-NI Hardware Encryption

Description

🔐 Elevate your network security game with the ProtectliVault FW2B—where power meets stealth.

AMPLE MEMORY STORAGE - 8GB DDR3 RAM paired with a speedy 120GB mSATA SSD ensures smooth multitasking and quick boot times.
PF SENSE OP NSENSE READY - Plug-and-play compatibility with leading open-source firewall OS for ultimate network control.
BUILT IN AES NI ENCRYPTION - Experience hardware-accelerated security for ultra-fast VPN and firewall throughput.
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN - Small form factor (10.8 x 11.59 x 4.29 cm) and just 1.18 kg—perfect for any professional workspace.
POWERFUL DUAL CORE PERFORMANCE - Seamlessly handle firewall tasks with Intel Celeron 1.6 GHz processing power.

The ProtectliVault FW2B is a compact, high-performance firewall micro appliance featuring an Intel Dual Core 1.6 GHz processor, AES-NI hardware encryption, 8GB DDR3 RAM, and a 120GB mSATA SSD. Designed for seamless integration with pfSense and OPNsense, it delivers robust, reliable network security in a sleek, lightweight form factor ideal for professional environments.

Specifications

Brand	Protectli
Product Dimensions	10.8 x 11.59 x 4.29 cm; 1.18 kg
Batteries	1 CR2 batteries required.
Manufacturer	Protectli
Series	FW2B
Colour	Black
Form Factor	Small Form Factor
Standing screen display size	4.3 Inches
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200
Resolution	1366x768
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Type	Celeron
Processor Speed	1.6 GHz
Processor Count	1
RAM Size	8 GB
Memory Technology	DDR3L SDRAM
Computer Memory Type	DDR3 SDRAM
Maximum Memory Supported	8 GB
Memory Clock Speed	1.6E+3 MHz
Hard Drive Size	120 GB
Hard Disk Description	SSD
Hard Drive Interface	Solid State
Graphics Coprocessor	Intel Clear Video HD
Graphics Chipset Brand	Intel
Graphics Card Description	Integrated
Graphics RAM Type	Shared
Graphics Card Interface	Integrated
Number of HDMI Ports	2
Hardware Platform	PC
Operating System	Firewall
Are Batteries Included	No
Lithium Battery Energy Content	0.67 Watt Hours
Lithium Battery Packaging	Batteries contained in equipment
Lithium Battery Weight	0.07 Grams
Number of Lithium Metal Cells	1
Item Weight	1.18 kg
Guaranteed software updates until	unknown

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