One NGFW, Every Form Factor
Consistent security policy and threat prevention wherever your workloads run, from the branch to the data center to the cloud.
PA-Series Hardware
Physical Appliances
Purpose-built next-generation firewalls from the branch to the data center. The 5th-generation NGFWs on PAN-OS 12.1 scale from the compact PA-400 series to the high-performance PA-5500 series.
VM-Series Virtual
Private & Public Cloud
The same NGFW delivered as a virtual machine for private and public clouds. Runs across VMware, KVM, Nutanix, and every major hyperscaler.
CN-Series Container
Kubernetes
A containerized NGFW that secures traffic between pods and namespaces inside Kubernetes, bringing full Layer 7 protection to cloud-native apps.
Cloud NGFW
Managed Service
A cloud-native managed firewall service for AWS and Azure. Get best-in-class network security with no infrastructure to deploy or maintain.
The PA-Series Hardware Lineup
Purpose-built next-generation firewalls scale from the smallest branch to the largest data center, all running the same PAN-OS.
Choosing a Form Factor
| Consideration | PA-Series | VM-Series | CN-Series | Cloud NGFW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Physical appliance | Virtual machine | Container | Managed service |
| Environment | Branch, campus, DC | Private & public cloud | Kubernetes | AWS & Azure |
| Best For | On-prem & edge | Virtualized workloads | Cloud-native apps | Hands-off cloud |
| Management | Strata Cloud Manager | Strata Cloud Manager | Strata Cloud Manager | Cloud console |
| Powered By | PAN-OS + Precision AI | PAN-OS + Precision AI | PAN-OS + Precision AI | Precision AI |
Why Buy Palo Alto Networks from Flatiron Networks
Authorized Channel
As an authorized Palo Alto Networks partner, every license and subscription is genuine, correctly registered, and backed by full manufacturer support.
Procurement Made Easy
Competitive pricing, flexible terms, and a dedicated account team that handles quoting, licensing, and renewals across the whole platform.
An Extra Resource
Our security engineers help you scope NGFWs, plan a SASE rollout, or stand up the SOC. Think of us as an extension of your team.