Palo Alto Networks PA-505 Next-Generation Firewall

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Distributed offices, retail sites, and midsize business networks need strong protection without adding unnecessary complexity. The Palo Alto Networks PA-505 delivers enterprise-grade next-generation firewall security in a compact, quiet platform designed for branch and edge deployments. Powered by PAN-OS and Precision AI, it helps protect users, applications, and data with intelligent threat prevention, full Layer 7 visibility, and simplified deployment.

The PA-505 gives IT teams a practical balance of performance, security, and manageability. It is designed for environments that need trusted Palo Alto Networks NGFW protection in a smaller footprint without sacrificing core inspection capabilities.

Reliable Next-Generation Firewall Performance

With 1.2 Gbps firewall throughput and 0.8 Gbps threat prevention throughput, the PA-505 supports secure branch connectivity while inspecting application traffic, threats, and content. It also supports up to 64,000 concurrent sessions and 10,000 new sessions per second, making it a strong fit for small offices and distributed sites.

Precision AI and Inline Threat Prevention

The PA-505 uses Palo Alto Networks Precision AI and machine learning-powered protection to help detect and stop evasive threats in real time. PAN-OS classifies traffic by application, user, and content, allowing security policies to be more accurate than traditional port-based controls.

Flexible Connectivity for Branch Networks

Equipped with 7 x 1G RJ45 interfaces, the PA-505 provides practical port density for edge firewalls, branch routing, and segmented network designs. It also includes an out-of-band management port, USB ports, and an RJ45 console port for administration and setup.

Quiet, Efficient, and Rack-Mount Ready

The PA-505 uses passive cooling, making it suitable for noise-sensitive offices, retail counters, and compact IT closets. It consumes up to 23W of power and can be deployed on a desktop or installed in a compatible 1RU rack mount kit for cleaner infrastructure builds.

High Availability and Simplified Management

For resilient deployments, the PA-500 Series supports high availability in active/active and active/passive modes. It can also be managed through Strata Cloud Manager, giving teams centralized visibility, policy control, and operational consistency across firewall environments.

The Palo Alto Networks PA-505 is ideal for branch offices, small business networks, retail locations, remote sites, and edge security deployments that need enterprise NGFW protection in a compact form factor. It is especially useful for organizations standardizing on Palo Alto Networks security while expanding secure connectivity across distributed locations.

• Product SKU: PAN-PA-505
• Firewall Throughput: 1.2 Gbps
• Threat Prevention Throughput: 0.8 Gbps
• IPsec VPN Throughput: 0.4 Gbps
• Max Concurrent Sessions: 64,000
• New Sessions Per Second: 10,000
• Interfaces: 7 x 1G RJ45
• Management I/O: 1 x 10/100/1000 management port, 2 x USB, 1 x RJ45 console
• Storage Capacity: 128 GB
• Power Consumption: 23W max
• Cooling: Passive cooling
• Dimensions: 1.63" H x 6.42" D x 9.53" W

Choose the Palo Alto Networks PA-505 to strengthen branch security with AI-powered threat prevention, trusted PAN-OS controls, and compact deployment flexibility. Upgrade your edge firewall today.