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Q0E99A Overview
Q0E99A is an enterprise SAN storage system engineered for high-performance environments. It features a rackmount design with 16 drive bays supporting mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD. The system provides up to 1 PB of total storage capacity and supports multiple RAID levels such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, ensuring data reliability and optimal performance for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
Q0E99A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, pre-installed with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and upgradable to 128 GB. Its interfaces include USB 3.2 and 10GbE network connectivity along with 4 LAN ports, and it also offers expansion support when additional capacity or performance is required. The unit is equipped with a redundant fan cooling system and a redundant 750W power supply to guarantee system availability and resilience in critical environments.
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Q0E99A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 16-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 8 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Product Name
- Q0E99A Enterprise SAN Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
Q0E99A Use Case
High-Performance Database Acceleration for Financial Services
In a global bank’s trading floor environment, the Q0E99A-HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA delivers sub-millisecond latency and up to 20 GB/s throughput to mission-critical Oracle and SQL Server databases. By connecting HPE 3PAR 9000 arrays over dedicated 10Gb Ethernet, IT teams achieve 40% faster transaction processing and 99.99% availability. The outcome is real-time analytics, reduced query times, and accelerated trade execution—ensuring compliance, optimized capital use, and competitive edge.
Scalable Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Deployment
A multinational enterprise deploying 10,000+ virtual desktops leverages the Q0E99A-HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA to connect VMware Horizon clusters to 3PAR storage. This configuration sustains consistent IOPS under peak login storms, cutting boot times by 50% and boosting user density by 30%. The benefit is predictable end-user performance, simplified capacity scaling, and lower TCO through converged networking and storage on a unified 10Gb fabric.
Synchronous Disaster Recovery and Remote Replication
A healthcare provider implements synchronous replication between primary and secondary data centers using the Q0E99A-HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA over DMZ-isolated 10Gb links. With RTO under 15 minutes and RPO of zero data loss, clinical applications and electronic health records remain continuously available. The outcome is certified HIPAA compliance, assured business continuity, and streamlined failover testing, enabling clinicians to access patient records without interruption.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q0E99A |  Q2S15A |  K2Q35B |  H6Z13B |  Q0E96A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | SAN | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 16-bay | 4-bay | 12-bay | 24-bay | 4-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 64 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB | 128 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / 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 | 8 GB | 8 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 32 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 500W | 750W | 750W | 500W |
| 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 | Yes | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q0E99A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q2S15A Enterprise NAS Storage System | K2Q35B | H6Z13B High-Performance Storage Array | Q0E96A Enterprise NAS Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 29 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 22 inches |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 50 lbs | 30 lbs | 50 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Imran Qazi
5
Stable performance with low packet loss.
T
Thomas Iversen
5
Integrated easily into existing hosts.
M
Miguel Santos
4
Reliable option for iSCSI environments.
D
Daniel Frost
4
Met performance expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA (SKU: Q0E99A)?
The HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA (Q0E99A) is a dual-port host bus adapter designed to deliver 10GbE connectivity and low- latency networking for HPE StoreServ 3PAR 9000 storage arrays.
What are the key features of the HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10GbE HBA?
Key features include dual 10GbE ports, PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, RoCE v2 support, <4 µs latency, and full compatibility with HPE StoreServ 3PAR systems for optimized throughput.
Which servers are compatible with this HBA?
The Q0E99A HBA is compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers, HPE Synergy Compute Modules, and HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures when paired with StoreServ 3PAR 9000 arrays.
What throughput can I expect from the 2-port 10GbE HBA?
Each port delivers up to 10 Gbps full-duplex bandwidth, providing a combined throughput of up to 20 Gbps for storage I/O traffic.
How do I install the HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10Gb Ethernet HBA?
Insert the HBA into an available PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, secure the bracket, connect SFP+ cables to the 10GbE ports, and power on the server.
Is this HBA supported on VMware and Hyper-V?
Yes. The Q0E99A HBA supports VMware ESXi 6.0+ and Microsoft Hyper-V with certified drivers for seamless virtualization integration.
Does this HBA require additional drivers or firmware?
HPE recommends installing the latest firmware and driver packages from the HPE Support Center to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
Can I use this HBA in a 3PAR StoreServ 9000 array?
Yes. This adapter is fully supported in HPE 3PAR StoreServ 9000 arrays, enabling direct Ethernet connectivity for block storage and replication services.
What is the latency performance of this HBA?
The adapter offers latency as low as 3.5 microseconds for storage traffic, ensuring highly responsive data access for performance-sensitive workloads.
How many cables and connectors does this HBA support?
The HBA provides two SFP+ ports using standard LC connectors and supports both direct-attach copper (up to 7 m) and fiber transceivers (up to 30 m).
What is the power consumption of the Q0E99A HBA?
Maximum power consumption is approximately 8 watts per port under full load, with total card consumption under 20 watts to minimize power impact.
Does the HBA support advanced networking features?
Yes. It supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) v2, iSCSI offload, jumbo frames, and VLAN tagging to optimize network efficiency.
What warranty and support options are available for this HBA?
HPE provides a 3-year limited warranty with phone and online support, plus optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care services for extended coverage.
How does the HPE 3PAR HBA improve storage performance?
By offloading networking tasks and delivering high-throughput, low-latency 10GbE connectivity, the HBA accelerates storage I/O and reduces CPU overhead.
Can this HBA be hot-swapped in a live environment?
Yes. It is hot-pluggable in servers that support PCIe hot-swap, allowing maintenance or upgrades without system downtime.
What are the environmental requirements for this HBA?
Operating temperature 5 °C to 40 °C and up to 90% non-condensing humidity. Verify server specifications for slot clearance and airflow.
Where can I purchase the HPE 3PAR 9000 2-port 10GbE HBA (Q0E99A)?
You can purchase the Q0E99A HBA through HPE authorized partners, resellers, or directly from the HPE Store.