Palo Alto Networks Continues Rollout of Fourth-Generation Hardware With the PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series ML-Powered Next-Generation Firewalls

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Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) announced the launch of its new PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series ML-Powered Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), significantly enhancing security performance. These firewalls offer three times better security performance than previous models and include up to 38 high-performance cores for the PA-5400 Series, enabling faster threat detection. Additionally, the new models are designed for sustainability with a 50% reduction in rack space usage. The firewalls are expected to be available in March 2022.

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• New PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series firewalls enhance security performance by three times over previous models.
• The PA-5400 Series features up to 38 high-performance cores, improving content inspection capabilities.
• 50% reduction in rack space usage promotes sustainability and efficiency.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), recognized as a 10- time leader in network firewalls, today announced the PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series ML-Powered Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) — offering three times better security performance over the previous generations. The PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series join Palo Alto Networks other fourth-generation NGFWs to provide extraordinary protection for the data center, internet edge and campus.

"With bandwidth demands rising and attackers getting ever more sophisticated, customers' firewall demands are constantly increasing," said Lee Klarich, chief product officer, Palo Alto Networks. "Our fourth-generation hardware now ranges to serve all of our customers whether they are looking to protect the smallest branch or the largest data center, campus, or enterprise edge."

The PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series NGFWs deliver faster prevention and better evasive threat detection. Compared to the previous generation, the PA-5400 Series has seven times content inspection per core and up to 38 high-performance cores. The PA-3400 Series has close to four times content inspection per core and up to 19 high-performance cores.

With up to a 50% reduction in rack space usage and increased energy efficiency, these new firewalls can help make organizations' IT infrastructure more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Availability
The new NGFWs and PAN-OS^® 10.2 Nebula are expected to be available in March.

More Information
See additional information on the PA-3400 and PA-5400 or join the virtual launch event starting on March 22 to learn more.

About Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, is shaping the cloud-centric future with technology that is transforming the way people and organizations operate. Our mission is to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. We help address the world's greatest security challenges with continuous innovation that seizes the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, analytics, automation, and orchestration. By delivering an integrated platform and empowering a growing ecosystem of partners, we are at the forefront of protecting tens of thousands of organizations across clouds, networks, and mobile devices. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com.

Palo Alto Networks, PAN-OS, and the Palo Alto Networks logo are registered trademarks of Palo Alto Networks, Inc. in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks used or mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.

 

 

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FAQ

What are the key features of Palo Alto Networks' PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series firewalls?

The PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series offer up to three times better security performance, with the PA-5400 featuring 38 high-performance cores for improved threat detection.

When will the PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series firewalls be available?

The new PA-3400 and PA-5400 Series firewalls are expected to be available in March 2022.

How does the new firewall series improve sustainability?

The new firewalls achieve a 50% reduction in rack space usage, enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability.

What performance improvements can customers expect from the new firewalls?

Customers can expect faster prevention and better evasive threat detection compared to previous generations.

What is the significance of Palo Alto Networks' fourth-generation hardware?

The fourth-generation hardware addresses rising bandwidth demands and enhances protection for various organizational needs.