How much RAM do I need for pfSense router?

pfSense Hardware Requirements and Guidance

General Requirements:
Minimum	CPU – 500 Mhz RAM – 512 MB
Recommended	CPU – 1 Ghz RAM – 1 GB
Requirements Specific to Individual Platforms:
Full Install	CD-ROM or USB for initial installation 1 GB hard drive

Can pfSense be used as a router?

pfSense is mostly used as a router and firewall software, and typically configured as DHCP server, DNS server, WiFi access point, VPN server, all running on the same hardware device. It can be used on a small home router as well as run the entire network of a large corporation.

Do I need two NICs for pfSense?

Simple answer to your question is 2 NICs. The first NIC would be for your WAN connection, the second would be for your LAN connection. Think of it that pfsense connects the internet to your home network – so you’ll need two NICs to do so.

How many cores does pfSense use?

PfSense CE/OPNsense sizing based on Throughput

Throughput: Mbps	Suggested hardware requirements
1-20 Mbps	Not less than 1000 MHz CPU Single Core
10-100 Mbps	Not less than 2.4 GHz CPU Quad Core
50-650 Mbps	Not less than 2.4 GHz CPU Octa Core
450 – 1000 Mbps	Not less than 3,5 GHz Quad Core

How much RAM do I need to snort?

System Requirements Minimum 4 GB RAM and multicore CPU for better performance. At least 1 TB hard disk.

Is 2GB RAM enough for pfSense?

Memory usage didn’t change, meaning 2GB is plenty for starting out.

What is OPT1 in Pfsense?

Opt1 and opt2 are ports that could be used as additional LANs ,or WANs ,to create isolated networks. Isolated networks are useful when you are trying to prevent certain devices, like IoTs or guests cellphones, from communicating with other devices in your home/office.