Running pfsense as a firewall what type of throughput does this device get?

Unencrypted pfSense can forward at wirespeed, but for an openvpn link, this box struggles to get up to 100mb/s and drops about 30% of packets. I upgraded from pfSense to VyOS, and now easily 200mb/s encrypted openvpn traffic, no packets dropped, and less cpu usage, only about 30%.

Who is the manufacturer of the memory and msata? what are those model numbers?

Memory comes from either Kingston, Samsung, or Crucial. The 120GB mSATA is from BiWin.

I notice there is an open slot next to the msata drive slot. Is this slot compatible with some sort of wifi and bluetooth module?

It is for a WiFi module. Note that it must be the USB communications type of WiFi module such as found on the Protectli website

What's its performance like with ids/ips (surricata for example) enabled?

Runs great. Its running around 28% to 48% of memory with 4GB. CPU runs around 15%.

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🔐 Secure your network with power and silence — the Vault that means business.

COMPACT YET MIGHTY - Small form factor with 8GB RAM and 120GB SSD delivers desktop-class performance in a sleek, space-saving chassis.
SILENT FANLESS DESIGN - Operate in noise-free environments with a solid-state, fanless mini PC built for 24/7 uptime.
PLUG PLAY VERSATILITY - Compatible with a wide range of open-source firewall and security OS distributions for ultimate customization.
ENTERPRISE GRADE CONNECTIVITY - Four Intel i210 Gigabit Ethernet ports ensure ultra-reliable, high-speed network segmentation and security.
QUAD CORE PERFORMANCE ZERO COMPROMISE - Harness the power of Intel Celeron J3160 up to 2.2GHz for seamless multitasking and firewall throughput.

The Protectli Vault 4 Port Firewall Micro Appliance is a compact, fanless mini PC powered by an Intel Quad Core Celeron J3160 processor clocked up to 2.2GHz. It features 4 Intel i210 Gigabit Ethernet ports for robust network security, 8GB DDR3L RAM, and a 120GB mSATA SSD for fast, reliable performance. Designed for professional-grade firewall and network security applications, it supports multiple open-source OS distributions and operates silently, making it ideal for modern, noise-conscious workspaces.

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Brand	Protectli
Product Dimensions	11.43 x 10.92 x 3.81 cm; 1.19 kg
Batteries	1 CR2 batteries required.
Item model number	FW4B-0-8-120
Manufacturer	Protectli
Series	FW4B - 4 Port
Color	Black/White
Form Factor	Small Form Factor
Screen Resolution	3840 x 2160
Resolution	3840x2160 or 1920x1080
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Type	Celeron
Processor Speed	2.2 GHz
Processor Socket	Socket F
Processor Count	1
RAM Size	8 GB
Memory Technology	DDR3
Computer Memory Type	DDR3 SDRAM
Maximum Memory Supported	8 GB
Hard Drive Size	120 GB
Hard Disk Description	SSD
Hard Drive Interface	Solid State
Graphics Coprocessor	Integrated Graphics
Graphics Chipset Brand	Intel
Graphics Card Description	Integrated
Graphics RAM Type	DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics Card Interface	Integrated
Connectivity Type	Wi-Fi
Wireless Type	802.11bgn
Number of HDMI Ports	2
Number of Ethernet Ports	4
Hardware Platform	PC
Operating System	OS Agnostic
Are Batteries Included	No
Lithium Battery Energy Content	0.68 Watt Hours
Lithium Battery Packaging	Batteries contained in equipment
Lithium Battery Weight	0.06 Grams
Number of Lithium Metal Cells	1
Item Weight	1.19 Kilograms

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