On VM-Series software, what is the difference between Base and non-Base images?
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Created On 02/07/20 02:43 AM - Last Modified 12/10/25 14:24 PM
Question
In Palo Alto Networks Support Portal, the customer can navigate to (Updates > Software Updates) for downloading VM-Series software, but what is the difference between Base and non-Base images?
Environment
- Palo Alto Firewall VM-Series
- PAN-OS for VM-Series
Answer
Below are the differences between base and non-base image:
- "PAN-OS for VM-Series Base Image" is for deployment and installation. This image is used for new installation only
- Non-Base "PAN-OS for VM-Series" image is the regular firewall upgrade file, and is used for upgrade of an deployed firewall. This image cannot be used for initial deployment.