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Palo Alto PAN-PA-3220-NFR PA-3220 Network Security Firewall Appliance - 12 Port - 10 Gigabit Ethernet - 2U Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The PA-3220's technical architecture centers on its 12-port interface configuration, which includes RJ-45 connections supporting 10/100/1000Base-T alongside dedicated expansion for fiber uplinks. The eight expansion slots split evenly between four SFP (mini-GBIC) and four SFP+ interfaces, enabling flexible deployment with 1G or 10G fiber transceivers. This combination supports diverse network topologies from campus distribution to data center edge security zones.
Security processing employs a multi-layered approach that inspects traffic regardless of port or encryption method, applying threat signatures and behavioral analysis to identify both known and unknown threats. The system categorizes unidentified applications for policy control and forensic analysis while integrating with existing directory services like Microsoft Active Directory and LDAP for user-based policy enforcement. Management capabilities allow centralized configuration, monitoring, and policy deployment across distributed firewall instances.
Relevant factors for this section include Firewall Protection Supported, Encryption Standard, Total Number of Ports, USB. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The PA-3220 distinguishes itself through application-aware security that moves beyond port-based filtering to identify and control applications regardless of their evasion techniques. This approach enables precise policy decisions—allow, deny, schedule, inspect, or shape traffic—based on actual application identity rather than network port numbers. The system maintains consistent security policies across local and remote users on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS platforms without requiring endpoint agents.
Threat Prevention Across All Ports
Blocks known threats including exploits, malware, and spyware regardless of the port used or common evasion tactics employed by attackers. The inspection engine analyzes both encrypted and unencrypted traffic streams.
- SSL encrypted traffic protection
- Malware and spyware blocking
- Exploit prevention
Identity Integration
Agentlessly integrates with Microsoft Active Directory, Terminal Services, LDAP, Novell eDirectory, and Citrix environments to apply user-based policies. Extends integration to 802.1X wireless networks, proxies, and network access control systems.
- Active Directory integration
- 802.1X wireless policy alignment
- User identity correlation
Deployment / Use Cases
The PA-3220 serves effectively as an enterprise edge firewall protecting internal networks from internet-based threats while enabling secure application access. Its port density and expansion capabilities make it suitable for medium to large organizations requiring segmentation between departments, data centers, or branch offices. The appliance can be deployed as a standalone security gateway or integrated into existing security architectures as an inspection layer.
Common deployment scenarios include securing campus network perimeters where multiple building networks converge, protecting data center ingress/egress points with high-throughput requirements, and serving as a dedicated inspection appliance for sensitive network segments. The hardware's 2U form factor and standard rack mounting make it compatible with most data center and network closet environments, while its management capabilities support both on-premises and centralized security operations.
Enterprise Network Edge Security
Deploys at network boundaries to inspect inbound and outbound traffic, applying application-aware policies that control access while preventing threats from entering the protected environment.
Data Center Security Gateway
Protects server environments with high-throughput 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, using SFP+ fiber connections for backbone links while maintaining comprehensive threat inspection.
Physical Profile
Designed for standard 19-inch rack installation, the PA-3220 occupies 2U of vertical space with dimensions of 3.50 inches in height, 17.34 inches in width, and 20.53 inches in depth. The chassis construction supports continuous operation in controlled environments with adequate airflow. At approximately 29 pounds, the appliance requires proper rack mounting hardware and consideration of weight distribution in multi-unit installations. The front panel provides clear status indicators and physical port access, while the rear accommodates power inputs and additional connectivity options.
- Width
- 17.34" (440.44 mm)
- Depth
- 20.53" (521.46 mm)
- Height
- 3.50" (88.90 mm)
- Weight
- 29 lb (13154.18 g)
Highlights
- 12 network ports with 10 Gigabit Ethernet capability
- 8 expansion slots (4 SFP, 4 SFP+) for fiber connectivity
- Application-aware security based on App-ID technology
- Blocks threats across all ports regardless of evasion tactics
- Integrates with Active Directory and LDAP without agents
- Supports consistent policies for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
- 2U rack-mountable form factor for standard 19-inch racks
- Comprehensive encryption including AES 128/192/256-bit
- Manages SSL encrypted traffic inspection
- 12-month limited warranty
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Palo Alto Networks |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PAN-PA-3220-NFR |
| Brand Name | Palo Alto |
| Product Series | PA-3200 |
| Product Model | PA-3220 |
| Product Name | PA-3220 Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Product Type | Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Technical Information | |
| Firewall Protection Supported | SSL Encrypted Traffic Protection,Threat Protection,Malware Protection,Spyware Protection |
| Encryption Standard | 3DES,AES (128-bit),AES (192-bit),AES (256-bit),MD5,SHA-1,SHA-256,SHA-384,SHA-512 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 12 |
| USB | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 12 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Standard | 10/100/1000Base-T,1000Base-X,10GBase-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 8 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP (mini-GBIC),SFP+ |
| Number of SFP Slots | 4 |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 4 |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 2U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 3.50" (88.90 mm) |
| Width | 17.34" (440.44 mm) |
| Depth | 20.53" (521.46 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 29 lb (13154.18 g) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 12 Month |
FAQ
What types of network connections does the PA-3220 support?
The PA-3220 provides 12 network ports supporting 10/100/1000Base-T copper Ethernet. Additionally, it includes eight expansion slots—four SFP slots for 1 Gigabit fiber connections and four SFP+ slots for 10 Gigabit fiber connections. This combination supports mixed media deployments with both copper and fiber uplinks, accommodating diverse network infrastructure requirements from campus wiring to data center interconnects.
How does the application-aware security work on this firewall?
The PA-3220 uses Palo Alto Networks' App-ID technology to identify applications regardless of port, SSL/SSH encryption, or evasive techniques. Instead of making policy decisions based on port numbers, the firewall identifies the actual application (such as Salesforce, Zoom, or custom business applications) and applies security policies—allow, deny, schedule, inspect, or shape traffic—based on that application identity. This approach provides more precise control than traditional port-based firewalls.
What threat protection capabilities does this appliance include?
The firewall provides comprehensive threat prevention including SSL encrypted traffic protection, threat protection, malware protection, and spyware protection. It blocks known threats like exploits, malware, and spyware across all ports, even when attackers use common evasion tactics. The system also identifies unknown malware by analyzing behavior patterns against hundreds of malicious indicators, then automatically creates and deploys protections against newly discovered threats.
Can this firewall integrate with existing directory services?
Yes, the PA-3220 enables agentless integration with Microsoft Active Directory and Terminal Services, LDAP, Novell eDirectory, and Citrix environments. This allows the firewall to correlate network traffic with user identities from these directory services, enabling user-based policy enforcement. The system also integrates firewall policies with 802.1X wireless networks, proxies, network access control systems, and other sources of user identity information.
What are the physical dimensions and mounting requirements?
The appliance measures 3.50 inches in height, 17.34 inches in width, and 20.53 inches in depth, occupying 2U of space in standard 19-inch racks. It weighs approximately 29 pounds and is designed specifically for rack-mountable deployment. The dimensions ensure compatibility with most data center and network closet environments, though proper rack mounting hardware and consideration of weight distribution in multi-unit installations are recommended for secure deployment.
What encryption standards does this firewall support?
The PA-3220 supports multiple encryption standards including 3DES, AES at 128-bit, 192-bit, and 256-bit strengths, MD5, and SHA variants (SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512). These encryption capabilities secure management connections, VPN tunnels, and inspected traffic while maintaining compliance with various security standards and regulations. The AES implementation at multiple key lengths provides flexibility for different security requirements and performance considerations.
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