Netgate 2100 Max pfSense+ Security Gateway Firewall

Netgate 2100 Max pfSense+ Security Gateway Firewall

The Netgate 2100 Max is a compact, fanless security gateway appliance that runs pfSense+ software. It is designed for home users, remote workers, and small businesses that need advanced firewall protection, VPN capability, and flexible network routing in a small desktop form factor. It combines strong routing performance with enterprise-grade security features while remaining energy efficient and silent.

Product Features

High-performance firewall and routing

Delivers up to approximately 964 Mbps firewall throughput and around 2.2 Gbps routing performance, suitable for gigabit internet connections and small office networks.

pfSense+ advanced security platform

Provides enterprise-level firewall controls, traffic shaping, VLAN support, and detailed network monitoring through a web-based interface.

Integrated VPN capabilities

Supports secure remote access using IPsec, OpenVPN, and WireGuard for encrypted site-to-site or remote user connections.

Flexible multi-port design

Includes multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports with a dedicated WAN port and switch-based LAN ports for flexible network segmentation.

Fanless silent operation

Completely passive cooling design ensures silent operation, making it suitable for office desks and home environments.

Low power consumption

Energy-efficient ARM-based architecture designed for 24/7 continuous operation with minimal power usage.

Expandable storage options

Supports internal storage expansion for logging, packages, and advanced pfSense features.

Security-focused hardware design

Built for reliable long-term operation with secure firmware and hardware-level stability.

Product Specifications

• Model: Netgate 2100 Max (SG-2100 variant)
• Software: pfSense+
• CPU: Dual-core ARM Cortex-A53 1.2 GHz
• Memory: 4 GB DDR4 RAM
• Storage: eMMC with expandable M.2 SATA support (model dependent)
• Network ports: 1 × WAN Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45/SFP combo), 4 × LAN Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Firewall throughput: Up to ~964 Mbps
• Routing throughput: Up to ~2.2 Gbps
• VPN performance: Up to ~254 Mbps (IPsec, depending on configuration)
• Cooling: Fanless passive cooling
• Use case: Home, SOHO, small business, remote office firewall/router

The Netgate 2100 Max is best suited for users who want a dedicated firewall appliance with strong security features, stable VPN performance, and reliable gigabit routing in a compact, silent system.