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      devonmquick
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      Hi,

      Is it possible to use a WiFi connection as a external interface? Let's say I have a Wireless LTE device and I want to have PfSense connect and use it for outgoing traffic. Is this possible?

      Thanks!

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      • JKnottJ
        JKnott @devonmquick
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        @devonmquick

        So long as you get an IP address, yes. I have often used my cell phone to connect my computer to the Internet. Those LTE devices provide the same function as a phone in this example.

        PfSense running on Qotom mini PC
        i5 CPU, 4 GB memory, 32 GB SSD & 4 Intel Gb Ethernet ports.
        UniFi AC-Lite access point

        I haven't lost my mind. It's around here...somewhere...

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        • stephenw10S
          stephenw10 Netgate Administrator
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          Yup, that is possible. It would be better to use something that allows an Ethernet link though. A USB connection might also be possible but that comes with it's own issues.

          Steve

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            simitaktas
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            Yes you can. You can have a look at this list provided by netgate of known 3g/4g modem devices. https://docs.netgate.com/pfsense/en/latest/cellular/known-working-3g-4g-modems.html

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