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Enterprise-Grade Security Meets Edge Simplicity

The Palo Alto Networks PA-545-PoE delivers advanced next-generation firewall performance with integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE for branch offices and midsize enterprises. Built on the powerful Strata™ platform and driven by Precision AI®, it combines real-time threat prevention, streamlined Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP, and energy-efficient operation in a single 1RU appliance.

Key Benefits & Features

AI-Driven Threat Prevention

Powered by Precision AI®, the PA-545-PoE analyzes and blocks zero-day malware, ransomware, and phishing attempts with inline signatureless attack prevention, stopping file-based attacks and never-before-seen threats. With 3 Gbps threat prevention throughput, it safeguards users, applications, and data across hybrid environments.

High-Performance, PoE-Enabled Connectivity

Delivering up to 5 Gbps firewall throughput and a total PoE budget of 181 W across four ports (max 90 W each, the PA-545-PoE consolidates security and power for IP phones, cameras, and access points—ideal for distributed sites.

Zero Touch Provisioning & Unified Management

Deployment is effortless with Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP and centralized visibility through Strata Cloud Manager. Manage firewalls, SD-WAN, and SASE environments under one unified, AI-powered console.

Quantum-Ready Encryption & SSL/TLS Inspection

Future-proof your network with post-quantum cryptography (PQC support for SSL/TLS and VPNs, while maintaining visibility into encrypted traffic without performance compromise.

Energy-Efficient and Silent Operation

Designed for office and retail deployments, the PA-545-PoE features passive cooling and efficient 336 W max power draw (including PoE, ensuring low noise and operational reliability.

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise branch and retail edge sites needing unified NGFW + PoE connectivity
• Mid-market organizations deploying secure SD-WAN with integrated policy control
• IoT-rich environments powering PoE endpoints under a single security platform
• IT teams pursuing zero-touch, AI-assisted management at the edge

Technical Specifications

• Firewall Throughput (AppMix: 5.0 Gbps
• Threat Prevention Throughput: 3.0 Gbps
• IPsec VPN Throughput: 3.0 Gbps
• Max Concurrent Sessions: 298,000
• New Sessions per Second: 55,000
• Virtual Systems (Base/Max: 1 / 2
• Interfaces: 8 × 1 G RJ45, 4 × 1 G / 2.5 G PoE, 4 × 1 G SFP
• PoE Budget: 181 W (90 W max per port
• Storage: 120 GB SSD with TPM security
• Cooling: Passive (fanless
• Dimensions: 1.75″ H × 12.6″ D × 16.1″ W / 13.5 lbs
• Power: 336 W max (6 A @ 54 VDC
• Certifications: FCC Class A, CE Class A, VCCI Class A
• Operating Temperature: 32°F – 104°F (0°C – 40°C

Secure. Scalable. Ready for the Future.

Protect your distributed edge with the PA-545-PoE NGFW, the perfect balance of performance, AI-driven defense, and integrated PoE flexibility.