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Intel Core i3-N150 Fanless Firewall Mini PC
4x Intel i226-V 2.5GbE | pfSense / OPNsense
PLEASE READ THE CONFIGURATION AND RAM INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE ORDERING.
This is a fanless Intel N150 (3.6 GHz Max)4-Core Mini PC with 4x Intel i226-V 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, designed for use as a powerful pfSense or OPNsense firewall/router appliance.
These systems use a heavy-duty aluminum fanless chassis for passive cooling and silent operation.
QUALITY COMPONENTS
I intentionally source these systems without factory-installed RAM or SSDs so that I can select and install components from reputable manufacturers rather than relying on unknown components supplied with the Mini PC.
Depending on configuration and availability, RAM may use components from manufacturers such as:
SK Hynix • Samsung • Micron • Timetec
SSD manufacturers may include:
SK Hynix • Samsung • Micron • Kingston • Kioxia • Timetec • Union Memory • TeamGroup
SSDs are 3D TLC NAND — never QLC.
Some SSDs may be OEM surplus and may have contained a previous Windows installation or image before being prepared for this system. All will be 100% health.
CONFIGURED SYSTEMS ARE INDIVIDUALLY TESTED
For pre-built configurations, I manually configure and test each device before shipment.
Testing includes verifying:
System powers on correctly
Installed RAM is detected
Installed SSD is detected
Operating system installs and boots successfully
Ethernet interfaces are detected
USB functionality
Video output for manual configuration
This is not simply an unopened Mini PC being resold. Configured systems are assembled and tested before shipment.
pfSense / OPNsense
This hardware is well suited for use as a pfSense or OPNsense firewall/router.
I do not sell, license, or provide software support for pfSense or OPNsense.
However, as a convenience, installation of either operating system is included at no additional charge.
pfSense 2.7 is installed by default.
If you would prefer OPNsense, please send me a message when ordering.
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Processor: Intel N150
CPU: 4 Cores, up to 3.6GHz
Ethernet: 4x Intel i226-V 2.5GbE
Memory: DDR5
Storage: M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD support
M.2 Sizes: 2230–2280 depending on configuration
Video: HDMI + DisplayPort
USB: 2x USB 3.0 + 2x USB 2.0
Additional Storage: SATA3 connection
BIOS: American Megatrends
Cooling: Fanless heavy-duty aluminum chassis
Wi-Fi: Not included
Power Adapter: Included
DEFAULT FIREWALL CONFIGURATION
When pfSense or OPNsense is installed, the default interface configuration is:
Port 0 = WAN
Port 1 = LAN
The remaining Ethernet interfaces are available for configuration as needed.
WI-FI
This model does NOT include built-in Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi hardware can potentially be added, but wireless adapter support under pfSense and OPNsense is limited.
For most installations, I recommend using a standalone wireless access point (AP) connected to the firewall rather than using the firewall itself as a Wi-Fi access point.
I am happy to provide general hardware recommendations upon request.
RETURNS & HARDWARE ASSISTANCE
Please contact me if you experience any problem with your system. I am always happy to assist with legitimate hardware issues.
Returns are accepted for items that arrive damaged, DOA, or not as described, subject to the listing terms and applicable policies.
First-Year Hardware Assistance
If you experience a hardware issue during the first year, please contact me.
You are welcome to ship the device back to me for troubleshooting. There is no troubleshooting labor charge other than your shipping cost.
If replacement hardware is required, replacement components can be provided at my cost, plus applicable return shipping.
