PfSense on old Macbook
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I am brand new at this … thinking of taking the plunge and using pfSense to build a VPN router. I've got an old Macbook with a Core 2 Duo. The pfSense compatibility page indicates pfSense is compatible with Core 2 but not Core Duo. Apple made some Core Duo machines prior to their Core 2 Duo. Does anyone know if a Core 2 Duo is the same as a Core 2 for pfSense compatibility?
Also, the Macbook only has a single ethernet port. Is there some way to use an external switch? Or do I need 2 ports?
I have never done this, so it is a new hobby.
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Duo means it's hyperthreaded, if I remember correctly. I also believe it is 64bit. As far as a single port you can use a switch but the switch will have to support vlans.
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Also, the Macbook only has a single ethernet port. Is there some way to use an external switch? Or do I need 2 ports?
I have never done this, so it is a new hobby.You can use a PCMCIA card like NETGEAR GA511 Gigabit Network Card that you can find on eBay $6 shipped…see below. There is also the Expresscard if yours is a later model...cost more $40 - 50.
http://tinyurl.com/ya3cobhq
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Duo means it's hyperthreaded, if I remember correctly. I also believe it is 64bit. As far as a single port you can use a switch but the switch will have to support vlans.
That's assuming the computer supports VLANs. Not all do.
