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Palo Alto Networks PA-7500
The Palo Alto Networks PA-7500 is a modular chassis firewall that runs PAN-OS. Palo Alto Networks publishes a firewall throughput of 1.5 Tbps and a threat prevention throughput of 1.44 Tbps for it.
- Firewall throughput
- 1.5 Tbps
- Threat protection
- 1.44 Tbps
- IPsec VPN
- 407 Gbps
- Form
- Chassis
Who it suits
It is a modular system for data centres and service providers. Capacity is added by fitting more cards, so it is specified with the manufacturer's help.
Palo Alto Networks PA-7500 specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 1.5 Tbps |
| Threat Prevention throughput | 1.44 Tbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 407 Gbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 440 million |
| New sessions per second | 7.2 million |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | 14U chassis |
| Ports | Up to 84 x SFP-DD and up to 56 x QSFP-DD, depending on the cards fitted |
| Storage | Optional 3.84 TB RAID 1 SSD pair |
| Power supply | Up to 10 power supplies |
| Dimensions | 24.4" H x 31.0" D x 17.4" W |
Modular system: performance depends on the cards fitted.
Specifications from Palo Alto Networks's published data, checked October 2026. See Palo Alto Networks's firewall pages. Throughput figures are each manufacturer's own published numbers. Manufacturers test in different ways, so compare across brands with care. Confirm details before ordering.
What we do with it
- Supply
Firewall supply and installation
The right-sized firewall from any of the five brands, with its licence, installed and configured at your site.
- Audit
Firewall configuration and audit
A review of your rules, firmware, admin access and VPNs, with the weak points fixed and written down.
- Renewal
Firewall licence renewal
Renewals for FortiGuard, Sophos, Palo Alto Networks, SonicWall and Juniper subscriptions, quoted from your serial number.
- Migrate
Firewall migration
Move from an old firewall to a new one, same brand or another, with the rules and VPNs carried over.
Questions about the PA-7500
What ports does the PA-7500 have?
Up to 84 x SFP-DD and up to 56 x QSFP-DD, depending on the cards fitted.
How many connections can the PA-7500 handle?
Palo Alto Networks lists a maximum of 440 million concurrent sessions and 7.2 million new sessions per second.
Does the PA-7500 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.
Do you supply the PA-7500 with installation?
Yes. We supply it with its licence registered, install and configure it at your site, and hand over the logins and documentation. Ask for a quote on this page.
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Closest models from other brands
Throughput figures are each manufacturer's own published numbers. Manufacturers test in different ways, so compare across brands with care.
- Chassis
Fortinet FortiGate 7121F
Firewall 1.89 / 1.88 / 1.129 Tbps, threat protection 520 Gbps
- Rackmount
Sophos XGS 8500
Firewall 190 Gbps, threat protection 92.5 Gbps
- Rackmount
SonicWall NSsp 15700
Firewall 105 Gbps, threat protection 82 Gbps
- Chassis
Juniper SRX5800
Firewall 2 Tbps, threat protection 860 Gbps (IPS)