Palo Alto Networks PA-540 Next-Generation Firewall 3.8 Gbps

AI-Powered Security for Demanding Enterprise Networks

The Palo Alto Networks PA-540 delivers next-generation firewall protection built for distributed enterprises, retail environments, and midsize organizations needing uncompromising performance. Powered by Precision AI® and the PAN-OS® platform, this cloud-managed firewall provides 3.8 Gbps firewall throughput and deep Layer 7 inspection to block sophisticated attacks in real time while simplifying network management through Strata™ Cloud Manager.

Key Benefits & Features

With advanced ML-powered detection and flexible deployment, the PA-540 secures branch and core environments efficiently. It offers unified visibility, zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), and advanced analytics for proactive defense.

High-Performance Firewall and Threat Prevention

Featuring 3.8 Gbps firewall throughput and 2.2 Gbps threat prevention, the PA-540 ensures consistent, predictable performance even under heavy loads. Its single-pass architecture minimizes latency while scanning traffic across multiple services simultaneously.

Precision AI for Real-Time Threat Defense

Powered by Precision AI®, the PA-540 continuously learns from global threat intelligence, blocking zero-day malware, ransomware, and phishing attempts inline without signature dependence. This proactive defense model provides enterprise-grade protection with minimal manual tuning.

Zero Touch Provisioning & Centralized Management

Deploy firewalls in minutes with Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP). Manage configurations, policies, and threat analytics via Strata Cloud Manager, Palo Alto’s unified AI-driven platform that reduces operational complexity and strengthens your security posture.

High Availability and Future-Ready Architecture

Support for active/active or active/passive HA modes ensures maximum uptime. With post-quantum cryptography (PQC) readiness, the PA-540 prepares your network for next-generation encryption standards, ensuring long-term resilience against evolving threats.

Ideal Use Cases

• Distributed enterprise branches requiring AI-driven, high-throughput NGFW performance.
• Retail and healthcare environments demanding consistent protection and simplified management.
• Midsized businesses with hybrid cloud deployments and VPN requirements.
• Organizations implementing Zero Trust architectures with dynamic identity enforcement.

Technical Specifications

• Firewall Throughput (AppMix): 3.8 Gbps
• Threat Prevention Throughput: 2.2 Gbps
• IPsec VPN Throughput: 2.0 Gbps
• Max Concurrent Sessions: 248,000
• New Sessions per Second: 50,000
• Ports: 8x 1G RJ45, 2x 1G SFP
• Storage Capacity: 120 GB SSD
• Power Consumption: 30W max
• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• Dimensions: 1.74” H x 10.4” D x 8” W
• Certifications: FCC Class A, CE Class A, VCCI Class A
• Operating Temperature: 0°C – 40°C

Secure, Scalable, and Built for the Future

Empower your network with AI-driven performance, intelligent visibility, and future-ready cryptographic support. The Palo Alto Networks PA-540 delivers the perfect balance of speed, security, and simplicity for growing enterprises.

Model	PA-540
Product Type	Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
Management	Strata Cloud Manager; Zero Touch Provisioning
Firewall Throughput	3.8 Gbps (appmix)
Threat Prevention Throughput	2.2 Gbps (appmix)
IPsec VPN Throughput	2.0 Gbps
Max Concurrent Sessions	248,000
New Sessions per Second	50,000
Virtual Systems (base/max)	1 / 2
Ports	8 × 1G RJ45; 2 × 1G SFP
Management I/O	1 × 10/100/1000 Mgmt; 1 × RJ45 console; 1 × USB-C console; 1 × USB
Storage	120 GB SSD
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable
Cooling	Passive
Power Consumption (Max)	30 W
Input Voltage	100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
Max BTU/hr	102
Max Current	4 A @ 12 VDC
Dimensions (H × D × W)	1.74 in × 10.4 in × 8 in
Weight (device / as shipped)	5.8 lb / 8 lb
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Safety / EMI	cTUVus, CB; FCC Class A, CE Class A, VCCI Class A

Interface Modes	L2, L3, tap, virtual wire
Routing	OSPFv2/v3, MP-BGP, RIP, static; policy-based forwarding
SD-WAN	Path quality measurement, bandwidth monitoring, Prisma Access Hub, ADEM support
IPv6	Dual-stack and IPv6-only; OSPFv3, MP-BGP, NAT64, NPTv6; IPv6 inspection
VPN	IPsec and SSL VPN; IKEv1/v2, manual key; pre-shared key and certificate auth
Crypto (examples)	3DES, AES-128/192/256; MD5, SHA-1/256/384/512; TLS
Post-Quantum	PQC for SSL/TLS decryption and VPN; supports ML-KEM, HQC and others
Decryption	SSL/TLS inbound and outbound; TLSv1.1/1.2/1.3 and app protocols incl. HTTP/2
VLANs / LAG	802.1Q up to 4,094; 802.3ad and LACP
I/O Detail	8 × 1G RJ45 data; 2 × 1G SFP; Mgmt RJ45; RJ45 console; USB-C console; 2 × USB
Security Services	Advanced Threat Prevention, Advanced WildFire, Advanced URL Filtering, Advanced DNS Security, Device/SaaS/AI Access Security
Storage	120 GB SSD
Power	AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz; 30 W max
Dimensions	1.74 in × 10.4 in × 8 in
Weight	5.8 lb
Environmental	Operating 0–40 °C; Non-operating −20–70 °C
Compliance	cTUVus, CB; FCC/CE/VCCI Class A

Optional - Power Supplies	PAN-PWR-150W-12V-AC-A - 150 W spare power adapter (for PA-520, PA-540, PA-550, PA-560)
Optional - Rack Mounts	PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-11 - 1RU 4-post rack mount supporting two PA-540 units

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