> That would be useful. I'm pretty sure openvpn uses the OPENSSL > libraries, so it might very well improve openvpn performance. That > would be a big win. I think the Dell dual xeon for $650 is the easiest > solution. It is Redhat certified and requires no 3rd party device > drivers for CentOS. I think I will still deploy some of the smaller > appliance boxes for purposes other than high performance encryption. anyway, it requires patching kernel and due that it's a bit complex solution. maybe your hardware is enought fast anyway.. -- Eero