paloalto PA Series PA-3250
The Palo Alto Networks PA-3250 is a 2U enterprise datacenter firewall delivering 7.0 Gbps of firewall throughput, 3.5 Gbps of threat prevention throughput, and 3.4 Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput. Equipped with eight 10GbE SFP+ ports, four 1GbE SFP ports, and twelve Gigabit copper ports powered by dedicated multi-core security processors, the PA-3250 handles dense enterprise traffic and extensive SSL inspection. It maintains steady liquidity and strong pricing on secondary IT equipment markets.
Specifications
| Brand | paloalto |
|---|---|
| Family | PA Series |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Feb 2018 |
| Interfaces | 8x 10GbE SFP+, 4x 1GbE SFP, and 12x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports |
| Firewall throughput | 7.0 Gbps App-ID firewall throughput |
| Threat prevention | 3.5 Gbps threat prevention throughput |
| Ipsec vpn | 3.4 Gbps IPsec VPN throughput |
| Concurrent sessions | Supports up to 2 million concurrent sessions and 115,000 new sessions per second |
| Form factor | 2U rack enclosure with redundant fans and power modules |
Generations
- Previous generation: paloalto PA Series PA-3050
- Next generation: paloalto PA Series PA-3420
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-3250.
- Compatibility Palo Alto Networks Compatibility Matrix
- Support Palo Alto Networks Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
How many 10GbE ports does the PA-3250 feature?
The PA-3250 provides eight dedicated 10GbE SFP+ optical ports.
Does the PA-3250 support hardware-accelerated SSL decryption?
Yes, dedicated cryptographic co-processors accelerate SSL/TLS decryption and re-encryption.
Buying or selling PA-3250?
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-3250 Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Palo Alto Networks PA-3250 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27