By default, the firewall maps its physical interfaces to VMware network adapters in a specific order:
A valid Customer Support Portal (CSP) account with software download privileges. 2. Step 1: Download the Palo Alto VM-Series Image
Version 16, 17, or newer installed on your Windows or Linux host.
“Perimeter re-established. The VM is live on my workstation. We are secure. Will migrate to production hardware tomorrow.”
Once the Palo Alto VM is powered on, follow these steps to complete the initial configuration:
The Palo Alto Networks VM-Series is a virtualized version of their industry-leading next-generation firewall (NGFW). It delivers the same advanced security features found in their hardware appliances but in a software form factor that runs in various virtualized and cloud environments. These features include: