paloalto PA Series PA-1420
The Palo Alto Networks PA-1420 is a high-speed 1U enterprise next-generation firewall engineered for campus distribution layers, regional headquarters, and demanding multi-gigabit perimeters. Offering four 10GbE SFP+ ports, four 1GbE SFP optical ports, and eight Gigabit copper ports alongside dual redundant power supplies, the PA-1420 achieves 13.8 Gbps of firewall throughput, 8.5 Gbps of threat prevention throughput, and 6.8 Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput. It commands high interest across secondary hardware channels as modern enterprise infrastructure refreshes to 10G.
Specifications
| Brand | paloalto |
|---|---|
| Family | PA Series |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | Nov 2022 |
| Interfaces | 4x 10GbE SFP+, 4x 1GbE SFP, and 8x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports |
| Firewall throughput | 13.8 Gbps App-ID firewall throughput |
| Threat prevention | 8.5 Gbps threat prevention throughput |
| Ipsec vpn | 6.8 Gbps IPsec VPN throughput |
| Concurrent sessions | Supports up to 800,000 concurrent sessions and 125,000 new sessions per second |
| Power supplies | Dual hot-swappable redundant AC or DC power supplies |
Generations
- Previous generation: paloalto PA Series PA-850
Check compatibility with Palo Alto Networks
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Palo Alto Networks has tested with the paloalto PA Series PA-1420.
- Compatibility Palo Alto Networks Compatibility Matrix
- Support Palo Alto Networks Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What is the primary difference between PA-1410 and PA-1420?
The PA-1420 features higher processor capacity, delivering 8.5 Gbps threat prevention versus 5.8 Gbps on the PA-1410.
Are the power supplies interchangeable between PA-1410 and PA-1420?
Yes, both models share identical modular power supply units and fan modules.
Buying or selling PA-1420?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Palo Alto Networks PA-1420 Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Palo Alto Networks PA-1420 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27