---
product_id: 277854524
title: "Vault FW6D - 6 Port, Firewall/Mini PC - Intel Quad Core i5 (8250U), AES-NI, Barebone"
brand: "protectli"
price: "€ 801.05"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "Protectli"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/277854524-vault-fw6d-6-port-firewall-mini-pc-intel-quad-core
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
---

# 6x Intel Gigabit Ethernet Ports Fanless Passive Cooling Intel i5 Quad Core 1.6-3.4GHz Vault FW6D - 6 Port, Firewall/Mini PC - Intel Quad Core i5 (8250U), AES-NI, Barebone

**Brand:** protectli
**Price:** € 801.05
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your network like a pro—compact power, zero compromises.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vault FW6D - 6 Port, Firewall/Mini PC - Intel Quad Core i5 (8250U), AES-NI, Barebone by protectli
- **How much does it cost?** € 801.05 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/277854524-vault-fw6d-6-port-firewall-mini-pc-intel-quad-core)

## 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

- • **Powerhouse Performance:** Intel Quad Core i5-8250U delivers turbocharged speeds up to 3.4GHz for seamless multitasking and virtualization.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Operation:** Fanless design means zero noise—perfect for professional environments demanding silent efficiency.
- • **Enterprise-Grade Connectivity:** Six Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports ensure ultra-reliable, high-speed network throughput for complex setups.
- • **Open-Source Ready & OS Agnostic:** Compatible with pfSense, OPNsense, Untangle, and more—empower your network with trusted, flexible software.
- • **Customizable Barebone Flexibility:** Build your ideal firewall or mini PC with your choice of RAM and storage, tailored to your exact needs.

## Overview

The Protectli Vault FW6D is a compact, fanless mini PC firewall featuring an Intel Quad Core i5-8250U CPU with AES-NI hardware encryption, six Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports, and a barebones design for maximum customization. Ideal for professionals seeking silent, high-performance network security appliances compatible with popular open-source firewall OSes.

## Description

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Review: Good Product. Great customer service - The product is a nice compact "appliance". I purchased for a small remote site as a small independent ESXi host. (i5 4 core/8 w/multithreading). It has no fan, so don't push to 100%. Even at 70% the case was very warm to the touch, but dissipated heat well. Besides the ESXi host, we run two VMs, a OPNSense firewall, and an app server. Would could easily double the load if necessary. We have vmnic0 and 1 as our WANs. We have the rest as our VM Network. Our first bottlenecks would not be the processor with the apps we are running, but the 16 GB RAM, and the small 130 GB SSD which we separately purchased. The hardware on the motherboard though, was not perfect on the first unit. We did have to do a return on the first unit because one of the disk drive connectors on the motherboard wasn't connected properly. ProtectLI sent out a new unit while we used the first one in it's crippled state (1 drive down), when the replacement arrived, we moved the two disks (SSD and a SATA), and the two memory chips we also purchased to the new unit. The new unit is working great. We gave 5 stars because the second unit is working flawlessly. The customer service was professional, polite, and and the return/exchange expedient.
Review: Great little machine - Bought it to use in Proxmox+pfSense setup as a replacement for my old router. It's powerful enough to host multiple small virtual instances so one can pack quite a lot of functionality into this small box. Small, quiet, cool (runs warm if there is big CPU load which is expected) in a nice package. Good purchase.

## Features

- THE VAULT (FW6D): Secure your network with a compact, fanless & silent firewall. Comes with US-based Support & 30-day money back guarantee!
- CPU: Intel Quad Core Kaby Lake R i5-8250U (64 bit, 1.6GHz, 3.4GHz Turbo, 6MB Smart Cache, Intel AES-NI hardware support)
- PORTS: 6x Intel Gigabit Ethernet NIC ports, 4x USB 3.0, 1x RJ-45 COM, 1x HDMI
- COMPONENTS: Needs RAM & Storage to work! This is a Barebones unit for maximum customizability (no RAM or mSATA). Not all memory is compatible with the Vault! Please research "Vault Hardware Compatibility" before purchasing. coreboot BIOS optional, must be installed by user.
- COMPATIBILITY: No OS pre-installed. All hardware tested with pfSense, untangle, OPNsense and other popular open-source software solutions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08TLMY32S |
| Additional Features | Wps |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #12,630 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #469 in Mini Computers |
| Brand | Protectli |
| CPU Model | Core i5 |
| CPU Model Number | i8250 |
| CPU Model Speed Maximum | 3.4 GHz |
| CPU Speed | 1.6 GHz |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Devices | HDMI Monitor, Modem, Router, Switch, USB Device |
| Connectivity Technology | Ethernet, HDMI, USB |
| Cooling Method | Passive |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 27 Reviews |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1920x1080 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Graphics Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Ram Type | Shared |
| Hard Disk Description | SSD |
| Hard Disk Interface | Solid State |
| Hardware Interface | Ethernet, HDMI, USB 3.0 |
| Human-Interface Input | Buttons |
| Item Dimensions | 7.25 x 5 x 2.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 3 Pounds |
| Keyboard Description | Ergonomic |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Manufacturer | Protectli |
| Memory Slots Available | 2 |
| Model Name | Protectli Vault 6 Port |
| Model Number | UPS-88-1 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Number of Component Outputs | 6 |
| Operating System | OS Agnostic |
| Personal Computer Design Type | Mini PC |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 4 |
| Processor Series | Core i5 |
| Processor Socket | Socket F |
| Processor Speed | 1.6 GHz |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| RAM Type | SODIMM |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 64 GB |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
| Security Features | AES-NI, Firewall |
| Speaker Type | External Speakers Required |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Personal |
| Style Name | Mini/Compact |
| Total Expansion Slots Quantity | 4 |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 1 |
| Total Usb Ports | 4 |
| UPC | 608415010173 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Output Interface | HDMI |
| Video Processor | Intel |
| Wireless Network Technology | Wi-Fi |

## Images

![Vault FW6D - 6 Port, Firewall/Mini PC - Intel Quad Core i5 (8250U), AES-NI, Barebone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BvR4dXjDL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Product. Great customer service
*by M***W on June 21, 2021*

The product is a nice compact "appliance". I purchased for a small remote site as a small independent ESXi host. (i5 4 core/8 w/multithreading). It has no fan, so don't push to 100%. Even at 70% the case was very warm to the touch, but dissipated heat well. Besides the ESXi host, we run two VMs, a OPNSense firewall, and an app server. Would could easily double the load if necessary. We have vmnic0 and 1 as our WANs. We have the rest as our VM Network. Our first bottlenecks would not be the processor with the apps we are running, but the 16 GB RAM, and the small 130 GB SSD which we separately purchased. The hardware on the motherboard though, was not perfect on the first unit. We did have to do a return on the first unit because one of the disk drive connectors on the motherboard wasn't connected properly. ProtectLI sent out a new unit while we used the first one in it's crippled state (1 drive down), when the replacement arrived, we moved the two disks (SSD and a SATA), and the two memory chips we also purchased to the new unit. The new unit is working great. We gave 5 stars because the second unit is working flawlessly. The customer service was professional, polite, and and the return/exchange expedient.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little machine
*by V***E on August 9, 2021*

Bought it to use in Proxmox+pfSense setup as a replacement for my old router. It's powerful enough to host multiple small virtual instances so one can pack quite a lot of functionality into this small box. Small, quiet, cool (runs warm if there is big CPU load which is expected) in a nice package. Good purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought 2 of these....
*by K***E on July 25, 2024*

I have purchased two of these units and am impressed with the performance. They are being used as my firewalls running PFSense. They perform flawlessly and are exactly what is needed.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-20*