Step-by-Step Guide: Installing pfSense on PCEngines APU2 via Serial Console

Ready to transform your #PCEngines APU2 into a powerful #firewall and router with #pfSense? Look no further! In this comprehensive tutorial, we walk you through the entire process of installing pfSense via the serial console. Whether you're a network enthusiast, a professional looking to set up a secure network environment, or a student eager to learn more about network administration, this video is for you!

We start by showing you how to correctly connect to your PCEngines APU2 hardware using a serial console. Don't worry if this is your first time - we'll cover everything from the cables you need to the settings for your terminal software.

Next, we guide you through the pfSense installation steps, ensuring you make the right choices for your specific network requirements. Our tips and tricks will help you breeze through the process like a pro!

Finally, we demonstrate how to log into the pfSense web interface to start configuring your network. By the end of this video, you'll have a fully functional pfSense setup ready to be tailored to your needs.

What you'll learn:
✅ How to connect to PCEngines APU2 via serial console
✅ Step-by-step pfSense installation process

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - Connecting via the Serial Console
01:50 - Downloading pfSense
02:30 - Writing the image to a USB thumb drive
04:40 - Starting the installation of pfSense
08:14 - Assigning interfaces within pfSense
09:25 - Logging into the pfSense GUI

Equipment Used:
💼 PCEngines APU2E4
💼 USB to Serial Adapter
💼 Terminal software (Putty)
💼 pfSense installation media

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[FlamesOfThought]

Thanks for the vid - is that a Grand Seiko you're sporting there?

[mrloxatangaming]

Hi, great video.
Do you have an idea why i get no signal in putty?
I dont get an error while connecting (looks like 1:41-1:45)
I connect the power supply and it looks the same. When i boot without the pfsense install stick, i get a single "beep"

[sammysame]

Super helpful, thanks for creating and sharing!

[mogouk]

Hi, Very Helpful Video, I'm about to setup a APU2D4, this has since been replaced with the E4 model, they both look the same specs, can you tell me of any advantages/disadvantages between the models? Thank You. Subbed!

[gamerbene]

I'm just before installing pfSense on an APU board. Would you reccomend doing an BIOS update first?

[TheGuptfauj]

would this unit be good enough for a 350down/20up internet running snort, pfblockerng, 3 vpns as a basic setup?