BFN vs BFT — 1GbE Branch vs 2.5GbE Edge
BFN systems use Intel i210AT 1GbE ports — proven branch appliances with expandable DDR3L RAM and TPM 2.0 on most models. BFT systems use Intel I226-V 2.5GbE ports — modern MSP and SD-WAN platforms with onboard DDR4.
| Series | Networking | Example | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFN | 1GbE i210AT | BFN4KB (4-port) | Branch firewall, multi-WAN, MSP 1GbE standard |
| BFT | 2.5GbE I226-V | BFT4KB (4-port) | Modern firewall, SD-WAN CPE, MSP 2.5GbE rollouts |
Compare BFN4KB vs BFT4KB. Datasheets: BFN4KB PDF | BFT4KB PDF
Related: MSP Deployment Guide | Firewall Solutions
