BFT8KB Edge-Max System

The Boingfire BFT8KB is a high-performance, fanless network appliance kit designed for modern security and edge networking workloads. Built around the Boingfire BFT8 system board and enclosed in the rugged black-anodized aluminum chassis, it pairs an Intel® Atom™ x5-E3940 quad-core processor with 8 GB of onboard DDR4 to deliver reliable throughput for next-generation firewall, VPN, SD-WAN, and unified communications deployments.

Equipped with 4 × Intel I226-V 2.5GbE LAN ports, dual full-size mSATA slots, 4 × Mini-PCIe slots, 1 × M.2 B-key slot, and support for multiple SIMs, the BFT8KB gives integrators exceptional flexibility to combine wired WAN, LTE/5G, and Wi-Fi in a single compact appliance. A pre-installed mSATA SSD (capacity configurable at order time) provides robust solid-state storage from day one.

Unlike many low-cost appliances, the BFT8KB also includes audio line-out and mic-in, enabling IP-PBX, voice gateway, or other audio-enabled edge applications on the same platform. With its fanless thermal design and 12 V DC input, the system typically draws only around 7.2 W in firewall scenarios, making it ideal for 24/7 use where silence, efficiency, and reliability are non-negotiable.

Optimized for open-source platforms such as OPNsense®, FreeBSD, and Linux-based firewall/router distributions, the BFT8KB is an excellent fit for MSPs, OEMs, and advanced users who want a standardized, open, and brandable hardware base for their solutions.

Key Points

• More Memory for Heavier Workloads: 8 GB onboard DDR4 lets you run deeper inspection, more VPN tunnels, more services, and heavier rule sets than 4 GB-class appliances.

• Quad-Core Intel Atom with AES-NI: the x5-E3940 CPU delivers efficient performance with hardware-accelerated encryption for fast IPsec, OpenVPN, and WireGuard VPNs.

• Multi-Gig Ready on All Ports: Four Intel I226-V 2.5GbE ports provide headroom beyond 1GbE, high-speed LAN, and inter-VLAN routing.

• Serious Expansion for LTE/5G & Wi-Fi:  Dual mSATA, 4 × Mini-PCIe, and 1 × M.2 B-key slot enable rich combinations of LTE/5G, Wi-Fi, and additional storage or expansion cards.

• Built-In Audio for Voice / PBX: Line-out and mic-in make it easy to integrate IP-PBX, announcement systems, or voice-enabled edge services on the same hardware.

• Multi-SIM, Multi-Carrier Designs: Support for multiple SIMs allows intelligent cellular failover and carrier diversity for SD-WAN and remote sites.

• Fanless, Low-Power, 24/7 Operation: Silent design with typical consumption around 0.6 A @ 12 V (~7.2 W) keeps operating costs low while maintaining reliability.

• Rugged, Compact, Installer-Friendly – Compact 189 × 157 × 29 mm aluminum enclosure fits easily in cabinets, racks, and tight edge locations, with industrial build quality.

• OEM & MSP Ready – Custom branding, labels, BIOS presets, and pre-installed OS images make it straightforward to ship this as your own appliance line.

Typical Use Cases

• Next-Gen Firewall / UTM Appliance
  Ideal as a central firewall or UTM delivering multi-WAN, VLANs, IDS/IPS, and VPN for SMBs, branches, and managed customers, with 2.5GbE headroom for future bandwidth growth.

• SD-WAN / Multi-WAN Edge CPE
  Combine wired internet and multiple LTE/5G links via Mini-PCIe and M.2 modules, then use multiple SIMs for carrier redundancy and smart path selection at the edge.

• VPN Hub / Remote Access Gateway
  Use the x5-E3940 with AES-NI to handle secure tunnels for remote workers, branch connectivity, and MSP-managed VPN services with stable, predictable performance.

• IP-PBX / Voice Edge Appliance
  Leverage the audio line-out and mic-in, plus multiple network ports, to host IP-PBX software, SIP trunking, and voice services alongside security and routing.

• IoT / Industrial Edge Gateway
  Integrate sensors and field devices via Ethernet, serial, and GPIO, then backhaul over wired or cellular networks with centralized firewalling and policy control.

• Standardized MSP CPE Platform
  Pre-load your OS, apply your branding, and deploy the same hardware across many customers for simplified support, inventory, and lifecycle management.

Specifications:

Each BFT8KB kit includes:

• Boingfire BFT8 system board with Intel® Atom™ x5-E3940 and 8 GB onboard DDR4

• BFCASET4S compact black anodized aluminum enclosure (pre-assembled)

• 1 × mSATA SSD, pre-installed (capacity selected at order time)

• 12 V / 2 A DC power adapter with region-appropriate AC plug (e.g., NA/EU/UK, depending on SKU)

• All necessary internal cabling and connections for normal operation

Optional for MSPs, OEMs, and projects (on request):

• Custom enclosure logo and port label printing

• Alternative 12 V / 5 A power adapter for heavy expansion (multiple LTE/5G or Wi-Fi cards)

• Pre-installed OS images (firewall, router, IP-PBX, or other Linux/FreeBSD-based platforms)

• TPM 2.0 module, GPIO expansion boards, additional mSATA SSDs, and tailored BIOS presets