Updating Tech Plans: Delaying pfSense on Proxmox, New Content

I am currently planning to delay the installation of pfSense on my Proxmox server. Instead, I will focus on enhancing my website and working on the YouTube videos I have been creating. You can check out my work at Computer Hacking 101. In the meantime, I am considering installing pfSense on another system. I have a few computers that I might use for this purpose. I am still undecided on whether to install pfSense directly on bare metal or to first install Proxmox and then set up pfSense within Proxmox. ...

December 21, 2021 · 1 min · 104 words · Chris Allen

Upgrading Network: Adding 4-Port Ethernet Card to Proxmox

Introduction I’ve recently made a significant upgrade to my home network by purchasing a 4-port Ethernet card on eBay. This new addition will be a game changer for my Proxmox server setup, allowing me to better manage and optimize my network infrastructure. Why a 4-Port Ethernet Card? Adding a 4-port Ethernet card to my Proxmox server provides several benefits: Enhanced Network Management: With four Ethernet ports, I can manage multiple network interfaces more effectively. VLAN Configuration: This setup allows me to create Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) to separate different types of network traffic, improving security and performance. Integrating with pfSense I plan to use the 4-port Ethernet card on my pfSense server to control my entire network. Here’s how: ...

December 18, 2021 · 2 min · 322 words · Chris Allen