topic Re: Can I use SCM Pro only for log connection purposes? in Strata Cloud Manager

Can I use SCM Pro only for log connection purposes?

Y.Choi436432 — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:03:55 GMT

Recently a customer contacted us about purchasing Panorama or SCM Pro due to log retention issues.

Can SCM Pro be used for simple log collection, reporting, and monitoring purposes?

Otherwise, is it a prerequisite to connect SCM with the firewall?

(The connect I mentioned refers to the existing 'panorama managed mode')

For reference, the firewall to be linked is an on-premise device.

Re: Can I use SCM Pro only for log connection purposes?

PavelK — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 03:50:42 GMT

Hello @Y.Choi436432

thanks for post.

If the customer's requirement is to only collect logs, then Strata Logging Service: Introduction to Strata Logging Service is better fit. With Strata Cloud Manager Pro, you get features for Firewall management + Strata Logging Service. See details here: Strata Cloud Manager Licenses. If logging is only requirement, then Strata Logging Service will be cheaper option.

Kind Regards

Pavel

Re: Can I use SCM Pro only for log connection purposes?

Y.Choi436432 — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:15:09 GMT

Thank you for reply

The customer is considering future integrated management as part of a future firewall replacement project.

That's why customer prefers SCM Pro over SLS.

However, I want to first connect the logs of the on-premise equipment that is currently in use, and then connect it with SCM Pro when I replace the firewall later.

So I was wondering if it could be used for simple log collection and monitoring purposes?

Re: Can I use SCM Pro only for log connection purposes?

PavelK — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:04:39 GMT

Hello @Y.Choi436432

thank you for reply.

I see what you mean. Yes, it is possible. I do not see any dependency / blocker. You can use SLS from SCM Pro subscription to start collecting logs, then once ready you can start to use SCM to manage Firewalls.

Kind Regards

Pavel