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    Is cloning pfSense a good idea?

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      hannes.hutmacher last edited by

      Hello,

      actually, I install the pfSense from a USB stick. However, I have 50 firewalls to roll out that I would like to pre-install. So I think I can clone it. The pfSenses will be linked later using openvpn. Are there any pitfalls that I should consider when I want to operate cloned devices? Do I have any disadvantages later?

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        Gertjan last edited by

        The copy you downloaded from here can be installed an infinite number of times.

        No "help me" PM's please. Use the forum.

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          Renat @hannes.hutmacher last edited by

          @hannes-hutmacher I think will be better if you save your config to xml file and then make fresh install including xml import option.
          Please see https://docs.netgate.com/pfsense/en/latest/backup/index.html

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