I wanted to pose this question out to this sub-forum:
What is the level of interest for those of you who go the route of creating your own router or use a non-ISP provided router to have an enclosed 1U network appliance that has the following:
DOCSIS 3.1 modem
Mini-itx system (install PFSense or whatever your preferred router flavor) or even a built in router board or etc.
1U but quiet such that it can run in a living room or office rack without too much noise
Single AC power inlet
Personally, i usually have two racks:
A short depth, baby 3U to 6U-ish rack near the point of internet entrance
A larger rack in a garage, basement, or closet for the noisier and heavier servers
Having used a lot of different gear, I have found the 1U Modem/Router appliance to be something of a necessity. I would love to hear some of your guys' opinion and commentary on this.
If anyone is interested in acquiring a unit, feel free to PM me and we can go from there.