Deploying a Virtual pfSense Firewall in ESXi the RIGHT WAY!

Running a virtual firewall can be dangerous if you don't properly set up your virtual networks. In this video, Rich walks through the pros and cons of running a virtual firewall, shows you how to properly configure virtual switches and port groups, and deploy a #pfSense firewall in #VMware #ESXi! Remember to ask your doctor if a virtual firewall is right for you! **GET SOCIAL AND MORE WITH US HERE!** Get help with your Homelab, ask questions, and chat with us! 🎮 https://discord.gg/5TcfBWBB7S Subscribe and follow us on all the socials, would ya? 📸 https://instagram.com/2guystek 💻 https://facebook.com/2guystek Find all things 2GT on our website! 🌍 https://2guystek.tv/ More of a podcast kinda person? Check out our Podcast here: 🎙️ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1852562 Support us through the YouTube Membership program! Becoming a member gets you priority comments, special emojis, and helps us make videos! 😁 https://www.youtube.com/@2GuysTek/membership **TIMESTAMPS!** 0:00 Introduction 0:27 The risks of exposing your hypervisor 1:19 The pros and cons of virtual firewalls 3:41 Configuring virtual networks in ESXi 6:44 Building a virtual pfSense firewall 12:38 Initial configuration of pfSense VM 16:09 Closing and final thoughts