Case Study: University of Southampton achieves 10Gbps connectivity and stronger security with Palo Alto Networks Traps

Top UK Research University Gets Future-Proof Solution for Bandwidth and Security Needs

The University of Southampton, a leading UK research university, faced significant challenges with network latency and security. Their existing firewalls lacked the throughput needed to support a planned upgrade to 10Gbps internet links and could not provide the visibility or control required to protect sensitive research data and manage a growing student population. To address this, they partnered with vendor Palo Alto Networks to implement a modern security platform.

Palo Alto Networks provided a solution built on their PA-7050 next-generation firewalls, Threat Prevention subscription, and the Panorama management system. This implementation successfully enabled the university to upgrade to 10Gbps 'Janet' links, eliminating network latency and reliability issues. The solution provided unparalleled application and user visibility, safely enabled a BYOD environment, and gave IT staff reliable, centralized policy management. Palo Alto Networks' technology provided the critical throughput and advanced security features needed to support the university's academic mission and future growth.

University of Southampton

Simon Lane

Senior Professional Specialist | Enterprise Systems Development