Leading white box provider AAEON has released two new additions to its desktop network appliance range, the FWS-2291 and FWS-2292, designed for SD-WAN, uCPE, and UTM applications. The FWS-2291 and FWS-2292 host the Intel Processor N97 and Intel Processor N150 by default, respectively. However, AAEON notes that the two devices are each able to support CPUs from across the Intel Atom x7000RE, Intel Atom x7000C, and Intel Processor N-series ranges (formerly Twin Lake, Alder Lake-N, and Amston Lake).

While both devices suit similar types of networking applications, they offer unique benefits depending on project need. For the FWS-2291, this is reflected in its four 2.5GbE copper RJ-45 and two GbE SFP ports with two-pair LAN bypass, designed for hybrid environments requiring both long-distance fiber uplinks and local high-speed LAN capabilities. Meanwhile, the FWS-2292 is more equipped for edge firewall, UTM, or SD-Branch applications, given its six RJ-45 ports, all of which offer 2.5GbE speed, also with two-pair LAN bypass.For wireless networking capabilities, both devices offer an M.2 3052 B-Key and M.2 2230 E-Key slot for the installation of 5G, 4G/LTE, and Wi-Fi modules. Expansion-wise, both also contain an M.2 2242 M-Key for storage module integration on top of a 2.5" HDD Bay and up to 128 GB of onboard eMMC.

The two devices are identically sized at 220 mm x 105 mm x 44 mm, while also sporting dual rear-panel lockable power input connectors with power adapter options tailored to manage demanding CPU workloads, alongside redundant power support for 24/7 operation.

For detailed specifications for the FWS-2291 and FWS-2292, please visit their respective product pages on the AAEON website.