New network appliance

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I am working with a hardware manufacturer to develop appliances aimed at installing open source firewall applications.  I am a big open source user but like installing a bit higher end equipment at customers sites.  This first to be released is the mid level 1u system.  Next will be a small desktop system, then a higher performance 1u or 2u system.

Here are the basic specs for the 1u system.  Price is $995.

Does this look like something you or your customers may be interested in?
How does the price point look?
What other features or hardware would you like to see?

Form
1u Rackmount

Dimensions
443mm x 292mm x44mm

Memory
1GB DDR3
Expandable to 4GB

CPU
Intel E5300 2.6GHz
May be higher end in the future

Ethernet
6 PCIe Intel 10/100/1000

Storage
250GB SATAII
Optional SSD
CF Socket on board

Front Ports
6x RJ45 ethernet
1x RJ45 console
2x USB 2.0

Rear Ports
AC power inlet
On/Off switch
Fan opening

Warranty
1 year hardware

Certifications
CE /FCC/UL