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PA-5500 Series
PA-5550
Mid-range quantum-optimized firewall with elevated throughput for growing data center and service provider environments.
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Mid-range quantum-optimized data center security
The PA-5550 builds on the PA-5500 Series architecture with elevated throughput and session capacity, addressing growing data center and service provider environments that require quantum-optimized protection.
Post-quantum cryptography
Built-in PQC support protects encrypted traffic against future quantum computing threats, extending the security lifecycle of the investment.
FE400 ASIC powered
Custom silicon developed by Palo Alto Networks delivers industry-leading throughput with consistent performance when all security services are enabled.
Precision AI-powered security
Inline deep learning and ML-based analysis detect and prevent zero-day threats, evasive malware, and command-and-control traffic in real time.
Key capabilities
Full Layer 7 inspection
Identifies applications regardless of port, protocol, or encryption, using the application as the basis for all security policy decisions.
Cloud-delivered security
Advanced Threat Prevention, WildFire, URL Filtering, DNS Security, IoT Security, SaaS Security, and AI Access Security as integrated services.
Native web proxy
Consolidate firewall and proxy into a single platform, supporting explicit proxy through PAC files and transparent proxy with Kerberos and SAML.
Centralized management
Manage all firewalls from Panorama or Strata Cloud Manager with AI-powered policy analysis and predictive analytics.
Performance summary
| PA-5550 specifications | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput (appmix) | 175 Gbps |
| Threat prevention throughput | 120 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 98 Gbps |
| Max concurrent sessions | 49M |
| New sessions per second | 1.67M |
| Virtual systems (base/max) | 25/225 |
Documentation
Firewall overview
Comprehensive overview of PA-Series firewall capabilities and architecture.
Download PDFPA-5500 Series datasheet
Detailed specifications, performance data, and hardware information for the PA-5500 Series.
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Pricing is based on approved deal registration and subject to change without notice.
Palo Alto Networks firewalls are available for licensed businesses within the United States and Canada. A minimum of one year Partner Enabled Backline Support is required for all new firewall purchases.
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