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Palo Alto Networks PA-3540
The Palo Alto Networks PA-3540 is a rackmount firewall that runs PAN-OS. Palo Alto Networks publishes a firewall throughput of 55 Gbps and a threat prevention throughput of 35 Gbps for it. It has 8 x 10G multi-gig copper, 12 x 1G/10G SFP+, 6 x 10G/25G SFP28, 4 x 40G/100G QSFP28.
PA-3540 specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 55 Gbps |
| Threat Prevention throughput | 35 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 36 Gbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 6 million |
| New sessions per second | 550,000 |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | 2U, 19" rack |
| Ports | 8 x 10G multi-gig copper, 12 x 1G/10G SFP+, 6 x 10G/25G SFP28, 4 x 40G/100G QSFP28 |
| Storage | 960 GB SSD |
| Power supply | 1,200 W power supply |
| Power consumption | 1,066 W maximum |
Figures are the manufacturer's published specifications. Check the official product page or ask the seller for the latest details.
Who the PA-3540 suits
As a rackmount unit it suits a head office, campus or data centre with a server rack. With protection switched on, plan for an internet line of no more than about two-thirds of the threat prevention throughput figure. For the PA-3540 that means a line of up to about 23 Gbps.
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Questions about the PA-3540
What internet speed can the PA-3540 handle?
Palo Alto Networks publishes a threat prevention throughput of 35 Gbps for the PA-3540. Leaving headroom for busy hours, that suits an internet line of up to about 23 Gbps with protection switched on. With inspection off, its firewall throughput is 55 Gbps.
What ports does the PA-3540 have?
8 x 10G multi-gig copper, 12 x 1G/10G SFP+, 6 x 10G/25G SFP28, 4 x 40G/100G QSFP28.
How many connections can the PA-3540 handle?
Palo Alto Networks lists a maximum of 6 million concurrent sessions and 550,000 new sessions per second.
Does the PA-3540 need a licence?
The hardware works as a basic firewall on its own. Protection features such as intrusion prevention, web filtering and anti-malware need an active Palo Alto Networks subscription, and so do firmware updates and support. We quote the firewall with the licence term you choose.
Where can I buy the PA-3540 in India?
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