[gonzo]

Don't believe the hype (or at least: understand it)

Also, EdgeOS is based on linux (originally Vyatta), not FreeBSD. but we're about to release pfSense 2.2 (FreeBSD 10) for the Edge Router.

[walterbell]

Any alternative hardware recommendations, other than PCEngines @ $250?

[gonzo]

There are a number of boards coming out based on Intel's Avoton/Rageley SoC.

[walterbell]

Found ASrock mb+soc for $280, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157...

Or Lenovo TS140 home server with i3 cpu for $290, http://openindiana.org/pipermail/openindiana-discuss/2014-Ma...