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Need help deploying the NSX edition of the VM-Series firewall?

Use the [checklist](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/documentation/60/virtualization/virtualization/set-up-a-vm-series-nsx-edition-firewall/vm-series-nsx-edition-firewall-deployment-checklist.html) in the VM-Series Deployment Guide for step-by-step instructions, and reach out to your friendly Technical Publications team at [documentation@paloaltonetworks.com](mailto:documentation@paloaltonetworks.com) if you have any additional questions.

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