Palo Alto Networks PAN-PA-455-5G
The PAN-PA-455-5G is engineered for high-performance security in branch and campus environments, delivering comprehensive inspection at speeds up to 3.2 Gbps.
Inspection & Performance at Load
The PAN-PA-455-5G maintains robust security with features like Advanced Threat Prevention and URL Filtering enabled, ensuring line-rate performance at 3.2 Gbps. This model is optimized for environments requiring high throughput without compromising on security, making it ideal for branch and campus deployments.
Concurrency & Session Management
With support for up to 300,000 concurrent connections, the PAN-PA-455-5G efficiently manages high volumes of remote-user traffic and east-west data flows. This capability ensures session resiliency and seamless user experiences even under heavy load.
Network Topology & Segmentation
Equipped with 12 ports supporting 1G and 5G speeds, the PAN-PA-455-5G facilitates flexible uplink and aggregation configurations. Its ability to handle up to 4,094 VLANs allows for deep network segmentation, enhancing security and traffic management across complex network topologies.
Physical Integration & Operations
The rackmount 1U form factor of the PAN-PA-455-5G ensures efficient use of space in data centers and network closets. Its compact dimensions allow for easy integration into existing infrastructure, while maintaining optimal thermal performance and simplifying maintenance operations.
Available Subscriptions & Add-On Capabilities
Precision AI Network Security (CORESEC Bundle)
The CORESEC Bundle integrates Advanced Threat Prevention, Advanced URL Filtering, Advanced WildFire, and Advanced DNS Security, providing comprehensive protection across all traffic flows. This bundle leverages AI-driven insights for real-time threat detection and prevention, ensuring optimal security posture without impacting performance.
Advanced DNS Security
Advanced DNS Security protects against DNS-based threats by employing DNS-layer enforcement and sinkholing techniques. It operates seamlessly with existing security measures, providing an additional layer of defense against sophisticated attacks targeting DNS infrastructure.
Advanced Threat Prevention
Advanced Threat Prevention uses signature-based and behavioral analysis to detect and block known and unknown threats in real-time. It enhances the firewall's ability to protect against sophisticated attacks, ensuring that security measures remain effective even as threat landscapes evolve.
Advanced URL Filtering
Advanced URL Filtering provides real-time categorization and blocking of malicious websites, enhancing web security by preventing access to harmful content. This feature is crucial for maintaining a secure browsing environment and protecting users from web-based threats.
Advanced WildFire
Advanced WildFire provides cloud-based malware analysis and sandboxing, detecting and preventing zero-day threats. By analyzing suspicious files in a secure environment, it ensures that only safe content is allowed into the network, enhancing overall security.
SD-WAN / Advanced SD-WAN
Advanced SD-WAN optimizes network performance by dynamically selecting the best path for traffic based on real-time conditions. This capability enhances application performance and reliability, making it ideal for distributed enterprises seeking to improve connectivity and reduce costs.
GlobalProtect
GlobalProtect extends security to remote users by providing secure VPN access and enforcing security policies across all devices. It ensures consistent security posture regardless of user location, supporting a zero-trust network architecture.
AIOps for NGFW
AIOps for NGFW leverages machine learning to provide actionable insights and anomaly detection, enhancing network visibility and operational efficiency. It helps in proactive threat management and optimizing firewall performance.
DLP
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) safeguards sensitive information by monitoring and controlling data transfers across the network. It ensures compliance with data protection regulations and prevents unauthorized data exfiltration.
IoT Security
IoT Security provides device profiling and risk assessment, ensuring that all connected devices are monitored and secured. It helps in identifying and mitigating risks associated with IoT devices, enhancing overall network security.
Prisma Access Agent
Prisma Access Agent provides secure, cloud-delivered networking and security services, enabling seamless connectivity and protection for remote users. It supports a secure access service edge (SASE) architecture, ensuring consistent security policies across all locations.
SaaS Security Inline
SaaS Security Inline provides real-time visibility and control over SaaS applications, ensuring compliance and data protection. It enables organizations to enforce security policies on cloud applications, mitigating risks associated with shadow IT.
Reliability, Management & Visibility
The PAN-PA-455-5G offers high availability options and robust uptime, supported by Strata Cloud Manager for centralized management and monitoring. AIOps insights enhance operational efficiency by providing proactive alerts and recommendations, while change control and policy lifecycle management ensure consistent security enforcement across the network.
The PAN-PA-455-5G is a versatile and powerful solution for enterprises seeking to enhance their security posture while maintaining high performance and scalability. Its comprehensive feature set and advanced capabilities make it an ideal choice for securing modern network environments.
Security Performance
| IPS Throughput | 1.8 Gbps (prelim.) |
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