About Palo Alto PA-3260 Firewall
| IPsec VPN Throughput |
4.7 Gbps |
| Max Sessions |
2.2 M |
| New Sessions Per Second |
94,400 |
| Threat Prevention Throughput (HTTP/appmix) |
3.9/4.7 Gbps |
| Virtual Systems (base/max) |
1/6 |
| Security |
ML-Powered NGFWs |
| Length |
17.34 inch |
| Height |
20.53 inch |
| Form Factor |
2U |
| Model Name/Number |
PA-3260 |
| Policy Activity Monitoring |
Yes |
| Layer 8 User Identity |
Yes |
| Brand |
Palo Alto |
| Software Version |
PAN-OS 10 |
| Usage/Application |
Gateway Security |
| Features |
ML-Powered NGFW |
Seamless Enterprise SecurityThe PA-3260 delivers comprehensive security features, including advanced threat prevention, intrusion prevention, SSL decryption, and URL filtering. It leverages Palo Alto's App-ID and User-ID technologies to accurately identify applications and users, reducing risk while maximizing visibility and control over network traffic across complex environments.
High Performance and ScalabilityWith support for up to 3,200,000 concurrent sessions and a new session rate of 122,000 per second, the PA-3260 meets the demands of large enterprises and data centers. Its flexible I/O options-12 SFP/SFP+ data ports and 8 RJ-45 management and HA ports-allow seamless integration into scalable, high-throughput network infrastructures.
Reliability and Ease of ManagementThe firewall is equipped with hot-swappable redundant power and fan modules, ensuring minimal downtime and high resiliency. Management is simplified with web UI, CLI, Panorama Centralized Management, and extensive logging capacity (100,000 logs/sec). Its compliance with global standards (FCC, CE, UL, RoHS) offers peace of mind for enterprise deployments.
FAQ's of Palo Alto PA-3260 Firewall:
Q: How does the PA-3260 enhance enterprise network security?
A: The PA-3260 combines advanced threat prevention, intrusion prevention, App-ID, User-ID, SSL decryption, and URL filtering for holistic protection. These features help safeguard critical assets by identifying vulnerabilities and neutralizing malicious threats before they impact the network, ensuring strong perimeter defense.
Q: What is the recommended process for deploying the PA-3260 firewall in a data center or branch office?
A: Deploy the PA-3260 in a rack-mount configuration (2U), connect via the available SFP/SFP+ and RJ-45 ports, and ensure dual power sources for redundancy. Use the web UI or CLI for initial configuration, set up Panorama for centralized management, and enable high availability for resilient, uninterrupted service.
Q: When should I use the firewall's expansion slots?
A: The two I/O expansion slots are utilized when additional network interfaces or specific connectivity modules are required. Expansion is recommended during network upgrades, increased throughput needs, or when integrating diverse environments with specialized traffic handling requirements.
Q: Where can the PA-3260 be deployed for optimal performance?
A: Optimal deployment locations include large enterprise campuses, data centers, service provider networks, and branch offices requiring robust security and high concurrency. Its compact 2U form factor and flexible connectivity support allow integration into various network topologies and infrastructure sizes.
Q: How does the high availability feature benefit my organization?
A: High availability in both active/active and active/passive modes ensures continuous protection and network uptime even during maintenance or hardware failures. These options enable seamless failover and minimize disruptions to business operations, which is vital for mission-critical environments.
Q: What management interfaces and tools are available for the PA-3260?
A: Management can be performed via RJ-45, USB, Micro-USB console ports, and remotely through Web UI, CLI, or Panorama Centralized Management. These multiple interfaces support local and remote administration, streamlining tasks and facilitating rapid configuration and monitoring.
Q: What are the key benefits of the PA-3260's logging and reporting capabilities?
A: Equipped with a 240 GB SSD and the ability to process up to 100,000 logs per second, the PA-3260 offers comprehensive logging and reporting for security audits, compliance, and post-incident analysis. These capabilities support proactive network monitoring and strategic decision-making.