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C8S05A Overview
C8S05A is an enterprise-grade SAN storage system engineered with 8 drive bays supporting SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD options. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB with robust RAID support including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 6, ensuring high availability and reliable data protection in demanding environments.
C8S05A features an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores paired with 16 GB of installed ECC DDR4 memory (expandable up to 64 GB) for excellent performance in virtualization, media servers, and SMB backup applications. It offers versatile connectivity via 10GbE network ports, 4 LAN ports, and USB 3.1, along with expansion support, redundant power supplies (350W), active cooling, and overall design redundancy to meet the rigorous requirements of enterprise data centers.
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C8S05A Specifications
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
- Height
- 3 inches
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Cooling
- Active
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- LAN Ports
- 4
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- Power Supply Wattage
- 350W
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Max Supported Capacity
- 512 TB
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server / SMB
- Product Name
- C8S05A Enterprise Storage System
C8S05A Use Case
High-Frequency Trading Acceleration with C8S05A-HP D3700 300GB 6G 15K SAS SC 7.5TB Bndl
A mid-sized investment firm implements the C8S05A-HP D3700 bundle as the primary storage tier for its Oracle and in-memory trading engines. The 300 GB 15K SAS drives deliver sustained 6 Gb/s throughput and sub-millisecond latency, ensuring order-matching and risk-management systems meet demanding SLAs. Benefit: Achieve 3× higher IOPS, eliminate data bottlenecks, and guarantee trade execution consistency under peak market-volume conditions.
Enterprise VDI Storage Platform Powered by C8S05A-HP D3700 300GB 6G 15K SAS SC 7.5TB Bndl
A regulated healthcare provider deploys the HP D3700 300 GB 15K SAS bundle to host 200 concurrent virtual desktops for clinicians and administrative staff. The array’s 7.5 TB capacity and 6 Gb/s SAS connectivity deliver predictable boot-storm performance and rapid user-profile loads. Benefit: Reduce login times by 50%, ensure seamless desktop scalability, and meet HIPAA-mandated uptime and data-access SLAs.
Rapid Backup & Recovery for Compliance with C8S05A-HP D3700 300GB 6G 15K SAS SC 7.5TB Bndl
A global legal services firm uses the C8S05A-HP D3700 bundle as a disk-to-disk staging target for nightly backups of its litigation and eDiscovery repositories. The 15K RPM SAS drives process changing-data-capture and full-image backups at 6 Gb/s speeds, slashing backup windows and accelerating restore times. Benefit: Cut backup completion by 60%, achieve sub-hour RTO for critical case files, and maintain GDPR and SEC compliance with robust data-retention policies.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C8S05A |  Q2P76A |  E7W31A |  K2R15A |  N9Y08A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | NAS | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Active | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 500W | 350W | 750W | 750W |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server / SMB | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | C8S05A Enterprise Storage System | Q2P76A Storage Array | E7W31A Storage Appliance | K2R15A Enterprise Storage System | N9Y08A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 4.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28.0 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 55 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
O
Oliver Stanton
4
Good performance tier for databases.
H
Henry Blake
4
Consistent latency observed.
P
Paul Edwards
5
Reliable disks.
J
James Whitaker
5
Met expectations.
Questions & Answers
What components are included in the HP D3700 300GB 6G 15K SAS SC 7.5TB bundle?
The bundle comprises an HP StorageWorks D3700 disk enclosure, 25 × 300 GB 6 Gb/s 15 K SAS hard drives, dual hot-plug power supplies, six cooling fans and rack-mount rail kit.
What is the total raw storage capacity of the HP D3700 300GB 6G 15K SAS SC 7.5TB bundle?
This bundle delivers 7.5 TB of raw capacity via 25 × 300 GB SAS drives operating at 15 000 RPM and 6 Gb/s throughput.
Which host interface does the HP D3700 enclosure support?
The D3700 enclosure supports 6 Gb/s SAS connectivity through external mini-SAS HD ports for attachment to Smart Array or third-party SAS controllers.
Does the HP D3700 bundle support hot-swap drive replacement?
Yes, all 25 SAS drives are hot-swappable, allowing online removal and insertion without powering down the chassis.
Which RAID levels can I configure with the HP D3700 and compatible controllers?
When paired with an HP Smart Array controller, the D3700 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60 for flexible performance and data protection.
Which HP controllers are compatible with the D3700 7.5TB bundle?
Compatible controllers include the HPE Smart Array P410, P430, P440 and P840 series, as well as any 6 Gb/s SAS HBA that supports JBOD or RAID.
What are the ideal use cases for the HP D3700 300GB 15K SAS enclosure?
This bundle is optimized for high-performance transactional databases, virtualization workloads and tier-1 applications requiring low latency and high IOPS.
What management tools support the HP D3700 enclosure?
You can manage the D3700 via HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) and iLO for firmware updates, drive monitoring and enclosure alerts.
What are the physical dimensions and rack requirements for the HP D3700?
The enclosure occupies 2 U of rack space, measures 88.0 × 438.4 × 482.0 mm (H×W×D) and requires a standard 19-inch rack.
What power and cooling specifications apply to the HP D3700 bundle?
Dual 460 W hot-plug power supplies provide N+1 redundancy, and six variable-speed fans ensure optimal airflow and thermal management.
Which operating systems are supported with the HP D3700 7.5TB SAS bundle?
The D3700 is certified for Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and SUSE Linux Enterprise when used with validated HPE Smart Array controllers.
What performance can I expect from the HP D3700 15K SAS bundle?
With 25 × 15K SAS drives, the enclosure can deliver up to 75 000 IOPS and sustained throughput exceeding 1500 MB/s, depending on RAID configuration.
Can I mix different drive capacities in the HP D3700 enclosure?
While physically supported, mixing capacities is not recommended; optimal performance and predictability require 300 GB 15K SAS drives throughout.
What warranty covers the HP D3700 300GB SAS SC 7.5TB bundle?
HPE provides a one-year parts, labor and onsite warranty with optional extension up to five years via Care Pack Services.
How do I install the HP D3700 300GB 15K SAS bundle?
Mount the enclosure in a 19″ rack, connect SAS cables to your Smart Array controller, power on, then configure volumes in HPE SSA.