FreeBSD gigabit bridge/router/nic/kernel issue and more

From: Christoffer Pio (cp_at_cvt.dk)
Date: 05/15/03

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    Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 13:29:22 +0200
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    Hello,

    Can anyone tell me about performance issues re. freebsd
    in filtering bridge configuration, compared to router
    configuration? The filtering will take place between
    two ethernet gigabit interfaces. Also, what kind of ethernet
    fiber SX gigabit interface is recommended for production
    use? I need to continue maintaing high uptime and stability
    is primary concern, also it need to perform well and of course
    the driver must work well.

    How many NMBCLUSTERS do I need for a bussy 1 gbit ethernet
    filtering bridge or router? Other kernel issues to keep in mind?

    I use ipf for ip filtering. I was also wondering if there exist
    any dual fiber gigabit ethernet cards (two fiber-pairs on one
    card) in order to save pci slot space.

    I will be grateful for any hints or comments.

    Please direct copy of response to cp@cvt.dk since I do
    not subscribe to any mailing lists.

    Thanks
    Christoffer Pio
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