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    Network Setup for IDS (aka Port Span / Port Mirroring / Sniffing)

    Thank you spirit. I also was successful with this method: #1 Add new bridge to /etc/network/interfaces auth vmbr1 iface vmbr1 inet manual bridge_ports none bridge_stp off bridge_fd 0 #2 Install & run daemonlogger. Configure it to forward a mirror of all traffic from...
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    Network Setup for IDS (aka Port Span / Port Mirroring / Sniffing)

    I am running a basic single node setup, with a routed configuration. My proxmox machine is plugged into my wireless router as a normal client. I would like to create a new VM within proxmox where I run an IDS (SecurityOnion). Does anyone know a way I can configure networking so I can...
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    Is it worth using old hardware for home lab use?

    Thank you for the feedback e100 and 1nerdyguy. Can anyone else provide some feedback on what configuration is recommended?
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    Is it worth using old hardware for home lab use?

    Lets say power is not a concern and I can pick up a system with the following specs for about $350 USD. Is it worth it for running up to 6 VMs simultaneously and occassional bursts of heavy CPU and RAM use for days)? Should I go with something more modern with consumer specs that will fit my...