Review: StoneStorm Fanless Mini PC Dual i226-V 2.5GbE - Review

Introduction

In today's digital age, having a reliable and powerful network security solution is essential for both home and business environments. The StoneStorm Fanless Mini PC Dual i226-V 2.5GbE is a compact yet powerful firewall router PC designed for DIY enthusiasts, 3D printing enthusiasts, and network security professionals.

Powerful Processor and Versatile Compatibility

Featuring the Intel Core i3 N305 8-core 8 threads processor with a clock speed of up to 3.8GHz and 6MB cache, this mini PC packs a punch while maintaining a low TDP of only 15W. It is compatible with a variety of router systems and supports both Linux and Windows operating systems, making it easy to configure and manage. Additionally, it supports advanced features like AES-NI, Auto-power-on, Wake-on-LAN, PXE, and GPIO.

DIY Expansion Options and High-Speed Networking

The PCle x8 socket allows for multiple DIY expansion options, including the ability to add 2 or 4 2.5G NICs (i226-V or i211-AT), or a dual 10Gb/s optical port. With 2x i226-V 2.5G RJ45 network ports, this firewall PC provides high-speed and reliable network connectivity, making it ideal for daily work, network security, soft routing, edge computing, and NAS.

Rich I/O and Quadruple Display Support

The StoneStorm Fanless Mini PC features a rich set of I/O ports, including 2x HDMI1.4, 1x DP1.4, and 1x Type-C, enabling support for quadruple 4K display output. Additionally, it offers 4x USB2.0 ports and a TF card slot for data storage and system boot.

High Capacity and Compact Design

Despite its powerful performance, this micro firewall appliance boasts high capacity features, including 1x SO-DIMM DDR5 memory slot supporting up to 5600MHz, 1x M.2 NVMe slot compatible with 2242/2280 size, and dual SATA3.0 interfaces for hard drive support. The compact size of just 5.7inch x 4inch x 1.9inch makes it a space-saving solution for any environment.

Ease of Setup and Included Accessories

The StoneStorm Fanless Mini PC comes ready to use out of the box and includes essential accessories such as a 12V 5A power supply, SATA cable, HDD screws, feet pads, and a user manual. The pre-installed pfSense system provides powerful network security out of the box, and users can easily customize the system to suit their needs.

Review: StoneStorm Fanless Mini PC Dual i226-V 2.5GbE

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