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    Installing pfSense on a WiFi router

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      Prisca
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      Someone can help me how to install Pfsense on a WiFi router via a USB stick please alt text

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        SteveITS Galactic Empire @Prisca
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        @Prisca it’s very unlikely to be an intel based x64 CPU. And you’d need a video display of some sort .

        Only install packages for your version, or risk breaking it. Select your branch in System/Update/Update Settings.
        When upgrading, allow 10-15 minutes to reboot, or more depending on packages, CPU, and/or disk speed.
        Upvote 👍 helpful posts!

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          JonathanLee
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          I recommend a SG-2100 put that in-between wan and WiFi. Not a USB stick.

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            stephenw10 Netgate Administrator
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            Yup, pfSense CE is x86 only and most SOHO routers are not. Did you have specific hardware in mind?

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