Palo Alto PA-3020 Firewall PA3020 Device

Overview

The Palo Alto PA-3020 firewall is a high-performance, next-generation security appliance designed for midsize enterprises and branch offices. Built on Palo Alto Networks' single-pass architecture, the PA-3020 delivers comprehensive threat prevention, application visibility and control, and secure connectivity in a compact 1U chassis.

Key Features

• App-ID technology for granular application identification and policy enforcement
• Content-ID engine provides real-time malware detection, URL filtering, and data loss prevention
• Integrated Threat Intelligence Cloud updates automatically to protect against emerging threats
• High-speed SSL/TLS decryption without sacrificing performance
• Multi-tenant support for managed service providers and large organizations
• Intuitive web interface and REST API for automation and orchestration

Technical Specifications

• Throughput (firewall) : 7 Gbps
• Threat prevention throughput : 3.5 Gbps
• Maximum sessions : 2 million
• Interfaces : 8 x 10/100/1000BASE-T, 4 x SFP+, 2 x dedicated HA ports
• Power consumption : 120 W (max)
• Dimensions : 1.75 in height x 17.5 in depth x 9 in width
• Operating temperature : 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Redundant power supplies optional

Typical Applications

• Midsize corporate headquarters requiring unified threat management and secure remote access
• Branch office deployments that need consistent security policies across distributed sites
• Managed security service providers delivering multi-tenant firewalls for clients
• Data center edge protection where high throughput and low latency are critical
• Industrial environments that demand rugged hardware with reliable performance

The PA-3020 combines robust security capabilities with flexible deployment options, helping organizations simplify network protection while maintaining optimal performance.