[shortdesc]
Managed, Rack-mountable, 2 x 10Gbps Ethernet ports, Up to 10Gbps, 16TB RAID storage, High-speed log collection
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[properties]
| Brand |
Palo Alto Networks |
| Model |
M-300 |
| Product Type |
Panorama Management Appliance |
| Form Factor |
1U Rack-mount |
| Rack Mount Dimensions (H x D x W |
1.7" x 17.2" x 28.5" (4.32 cm x 43.69 cm x 72.39 cm |
| Weight |
26 lbs (11.79 kg appliance / 41 lbs (18.59 kg shipping |
| Cooling |
Front-to-back airflow, hot-swap fans |
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[specifications]
| I/O Ports |
4 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet (RJ-45, 2 x SFP+, 1 x RJ-45 console, 1 x USB |
| Maximum Configuration Storage |
8 TB (RAID configuration with hot-swap drives |
| Default Shipping Storage |
4 TB (RAID configuration with hot-swap drives |
| Power Supply |
Dual 1200W AC, hot-swap redundant |
| Max Power Consumption |
330 W |
| Max BTU/hr |
1,114 BTU/hr (127 VAC, 1,090 BTU/hr (240 VAC |
| Input Voltage / Frequency |
100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz |
| Max Current Consumption |
9.5 A @ 100 VAC, 4.5 A @ 240 VAC |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF |
10 years |
| Environment |
Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F; Non-operating: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F |
| Number of Devices Supported |
Up to 1,000 |
| High Availability |
Active/Passive |
| Administrator Authentication |
Local database, RADIUS, SAML, LDAP, TACACS+ |
| Management Tools and APIs |
GUI, CLI, XML- and JSON-based REST API |
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[accesories]
| Rack Mount Kit |
Included in the box |
| Power Cords |
Included in the box |
| Rail Kit Hardware |
Included in the box |
| Quick Start Guide |
Included in the box |
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Built for Centralized Control and Log Visibility
The Palo Alto Networks M-300 appliance delivers reliable, scalable infrastructure for Panorama network management deployments. Tailored for enterprises that demand centralized control, fast log collection, and hardware-based performance, the M-300 strikes the right balance between power and flexibility.
With built-in 10Gbps connectivity, RAID-backed storage, and purpose-built architecture for high-volume log collection, the M-300 appliance is an ideal solution for a log-forwarding powerhouse or dedicated Panorama controller. It supports efficient network segmentation and high availability.
Key Benefits & Features
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Dedicated High-Speed Interfaces for Multi-Service Workloads: Includes two Ethernet interfaces (1Gbps and 10Gbps and a dedicated MGT port, enabling network segmentation, redundancy, and performance optimization.
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Optimized Log Collection with High-Speed Ingestion: Ideal for Log Collector mode, allowing rapid ingestion of telemetry and events from distributed firewall deployments.
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RAID-Based Local Storage for Redundancy and Speed: 16TB RAID storage and 240GB SSD ensure both speed and resilience for log storage and access.
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Administrative Access and Service Separation: A dedicated MGT port allows secure admin access, while other ports support log collection, updates, and communication tasks.
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Panorama-Ready for Scale and Control: Fully supports Panorama and Management Only mode, enabling content deployment, firewall control, and centralized logging with ease.
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise SOCs managing large distributed Palo Alto firewall fleets
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MSSPs offering centralized management and compliance logging
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IT teams needing hardware-level Panorama performance
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Organizations requiring dedicated log collectors in regulated industries
Technical Specifications
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Interfaces: 2 x Ethernet (1Gbps and 10Gbps, including a dedicated MGT port
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Default Log Storage: 16TB (RAID
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SSD Storage: 240GB
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Rack Units: 2RU (fits standard 19” racks
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Admin Access: Dedicated MGT port
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Panorama Version: Supported from PAN-OS 9.x and later
Ready to Centralize Your Security Operations?
Streamline log collection and policy management with the Palo Alto Networks M-300. Ideal for scaling Panorama capabilities without performance trade-offs. Order now and simplify network control!
