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product_id: 498865578
title: "Vault FW4C - 4 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel J3710, 2.5G Ports, AES-NI, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 120GB SSD"
brand: "protectli"
price: "A$939"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 7
category: "Protectli"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/498865578-vault-fw4c-4-port-firewall-micro-appliance-mini-pc-intel
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# Intel J3710 Quad-Core CPU, up to 2.6 GHz 4x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports for ultra-fast networking AES-NI hardware encryption for next-level security Vault FW4C - 4 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel J3710, 2.5G Ports, AES-NI, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 120GB SSD

**Brand:** protectli
**Price:** A$939
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your digital kingdom with speed and silence!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vault FW4C - 4 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel J3710, 2.5G Ports, AES-NI, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 120GB SSD by protectli
- **How much does it cost?** A$939 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/498865578-vault-fw4c-4-port-firewall-micro-appliance-mini-pc-intel)

## Best For

- protectli enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted protectli brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Security:** Built-in AES-NI hardware encryption accelerates VPN and firewall tasks, keeping your data locked down tight.
- • **Next-Gen Network Speed:** Four Intel 2.5G Ethernet ports deliver lightning-fast wired connections, future-proofing your network infrastructure.
- • **Silent & Compact Design:** Fanless, minimalist chassis fits discreetly on your desk or rack, running whisper-quiet 24/7 without overheating.
- • **Open-Source Ready & Flexible:** Compatible with pfSense, OPNsense, Untangle, and more—empower your network with customizable, enterprise-grade firewall solutions.
- • **Blazing Fast Firewall Performance:** Quad-core Intel J3710 CPU with burst speeds up to 2.6 GHz ensures seamless multi-site VPN and heavy traffic handling.

## Overview

The Protectli Vault FW4C is a compact, fanless firewall micro appliance powered by an Intel J3710 quad-core CPU, featuring 4x 2.5G Ethernet ports, 8GB DDR3 RAM, and a 120GB SSD. Designed for professional-grade network security, it supports popular open-source firewall OSes and hardware-accelerated AES encryption, delivering silent, reliable, and high-speed network protection for complex environments.

## Description

Shop for Protectli PC products at the desertcart.co.uk Sports & Outdoors store.

Review: Awesome Router - I am using this device for two months with PFSense and it is working flawlessly. My network is quite complicate with different site-to-site VPNs and heavy internet/wifi use but still 0 problems! Highly recommended!
Review: Very good - Takes a bit of working out , but works well

## Features

- THE VAULT (FW4C): Secure your network with a compact, fanless & silent firewall. Comes with US-based Support & 30-day money back guarantee!
- CPU: Intel J3710 Celeron Quad Core / 4 Thread at 1.6 GHz (Burst to 2.6 GHz), Intel AES-NI hardware support
- PORTS: 4 Intel 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet NIC ports, 2x USB 3.0, 2x HDMI, 1x RJ45 COM Port
- COMPONENTS: 8GB RAM, 120GB SSD
- COMPATIBILITY: No OS pre-installed. All hardware tested with pfSense, untangle, OPNsense and other popular open-source software solutions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BDD9ZQC5 |
| Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. (included) |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Batteries included? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium |
| Best Sellers Rank | 37,433 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 34 in Network Attached Storage (NAS) Enclosures |
| Certification | Multiple |
| Colour | black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (134) |
| Date First Available | 6 Sept. 2022 |
| Display style | HDMI |
| Included Components | Firewall Micro Appliance, 4 Intel 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet NIC ports, 2x USB 3.0 ports, 2x HDMI ports, 1x RJ45 COM Port, 8GB RAM, 120GB SSD, and open-source software firewall solutions (pfSense CE, untangle, OPNsense, VyOS, Security Onion, VyOSm, CentOS 7, BSD, Linux, Windows) compatibility |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1.18 kg |
| Item model number | FW4C-0-8-120 |
| Manufacturer | Protectli |
| Part Number | FW4C-0-8-120 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.43 x 10.92 x 3.81 cm; 1.18 kg |
| Size | 8GB RAM, 120GB SSD |
| Special Features | Compact |
| Style | Minimalist |
| Usage | Everyday Use |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Protectli
- **CPU model:** Pentium
- **CPU speed:** 2.1 GHz
- **Cache size:** 8 GB
- **Graphics card description:** Integrated
- **Graphics co-processor:** Intel HD Graphics 400
- **Memory storage capacity:** 120 GB
- **Operating system:** Windows 10 Home
- **Personal computer design type:** Mini PC
- **Specific uses for product:** Everyday Use

## Images

![Vault FW4C - 4 Port, Firewall Micro Appliance/Mini PC - Intel J3710, 2.5G Ports, AES-NI, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 120GB SSD - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61N6hjC-KoL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this run coreboot?**
A: Yes, as of April 10th, 2023, coreboot is available for the Vault FW4C.

**Q: if i connect a switch to this protectli product, will it affect speeds in anyway? switch to the LAN of Protectli**
A: Are you asking about speeds THROUGH the Vault out to the internet?  Or are you asking about speeds on your LAN through the switch?  Generally speaking, simply connecting a switch will not affect speeds, but if you connect a switch and you have lots of devices connected that are utilizing bandwidth, then it is feasible that you could saturate the 1Gbps link between the Vault and the switch.

**Q: Does this replace replace existing modem (cable router modem)?**
A: Hello

The vault can be used in multiple ways but its most commonly used as a firewall which would replace your home router and not your modem.

I'd recommend checking out some of our knowledge base articles on our website. I'll list a couple below that can give you a good diagram of small office/home office (SOHO) networks.

*Basic SOHO Wireless Netowrk
*Basic SOHO Network with Switch

**Q: Is there a similar device with more ram?  ideally 32 gb or more.  can the ram be upgraded, or is it embedded?**
A: Hello

If you're looking for a 4port 2.5G Interface unit that's capable of 32GB, I'd suggest the VP2420. Our VP4600 units which are also 2.5G interfaces can use more than 32GB. Memory can be upgraded in any of our units since they're not embedded but I'd suggest going to our website and checking out our compatibility list to ensure your modules work with our Vaults.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Router
*by T***S on 9 February 2024*

I am using this device for two months with PFSense and it is working flawlessly. My network is quite complicate with different site-to-site VPNs and heavy internet/wifi use but still 0 problems! Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good
*by S***Y on 4 November 2023*

Takes a bit of working out , but works well

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by [***] on 6 May 2025*

My old pfSense router/appliance was rebooting and having issues sporadically. I ended up replacing it with this unit and have not had any issues. The Protectli Vault FW4C is a solid little firewall box—fanless, silent, and packed with 4x 2.5G ports. It runs pfSense or OPNsense smoothly for basic routing, VLANs, and light VPN use. The J3710 CPU and 8GB RAM are fine for home or small office setups, but may struggle under heavy loads like deep packet inspection. If you want a reliable, low-noise box for DIY network security, this is a great pick—just don’t expect enterprise-level performance.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-22*