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Q2P79A Overview
Q2P79A is a high-performance NAS storage system featuring an 8-bay design that supports a mixed array of drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 64 TB with comprehensive RAID support (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10) and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, 16 GB pre-installed DDR4 memory upgradeable to 64 GB.
The Q2P79A offers versatile connectivity through USB 3.0 ports and 10GbE network ports, while its expansion support, active cooling system, and redundant power supply rated at 500W ensure robust performance and reliability. Ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server use cases, this system is engineered to meet demanding storage environments.
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Q2P79A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 64 TB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.0
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Active
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- 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
- Q2P79A
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 19 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
Q2P79A Use Case
Enterprise File Server Consolidation for Remote Offices
A global manufacturing firm centralizes distributed file servers onto HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage to unify document management, enforce consistent access controls, and leverage built-in deduplication. Outcome: 35% reduction in storage footprint, simplified backups with integrated snapshot management, and 24/7 availability for 500+ users across time zones.
High-Performance SQL Database Acceleration in Finance
A regional bank deploys HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage as the primary store for its SQL-based transaction processing system. The array delivers sub-millisecond latency and sustained IOPS, enabling real-time account reconciliation and reporting. Outcome: 40% faster transaction throughput, improved customer satisfaction, and simplified scaling for peak trading periods.
Collaborative Video Post-Production in Media Houses
A digital media agency uses HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage to host multi-stream 4K video files for concurrent editing by 20+ editors. The high-bandwidth SAS interface and enterprise RAID ensure consistent throughput and data protection. Outcome: 50% faster rendering times, seamless share-editing workflows, and 20% reduction in project turnaround.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q2P79A |  AP838B |  M0S80A |  B7E00A |  BK765A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | NAS | NAS | NAS | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | SATA HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 64 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 128 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | 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 |
| 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 | 32 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | 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 | 500W | 350W | 750W | 500W | 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 | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q2P79A | AP838B Enterprise Storage System | M0S80A | B7E00A Storage System | BK765A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 1.75 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 1.7 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 19 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches | 17 inches | 25.0 inches |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 30 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Martin Ellis
5
Good capacity for enterprise workloads.
G
George Turner
5
Stable operation during peak usage.
S
Samuel Brooks
4
Reliable storage platform.
I
Ian Cooper
5
Met expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage?
The HPE StoreEasy 1860 is a rack-optimized storage appliance offering 14.4 TB of high-performance SAS capacity, designed for secure file sharing and centralized data management in small to medium businesses.
What are the key features of the HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage?
Key features include 12× 1.2 TB SAS 10K drives, dual-controller HA architecture, integrated data protection, Windows Storage Server, iSCSI and SMB support, and intuitive HPE OneView management.
What is the usable capacity of the HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage?
Out of 14.4 TB raw capacity, configurable RAID levels (RAID 1,5,6,10) deliver approximately 10–13 TB of usable storage, depending on redundancy and hot-spare allocation.
What performance can I expect from the HPE StoreEasy 1860?
The StoreEasy 1860 delivers up to 5 GB/s sequential throughput and 100 K IOPS randomized performance, driven by dual controllers, SAS 10K drives, and optimized caching.
Which drives are supported in the HPE StoreEasy 1860 14.4TB SAS Storage?
It supports 2.5″ SAS 10K SFF drives, specifically 12× 1.2 TB hot-plug units, with optional SSD caching for read-intensive workloads.
How scalable is the HPE StoreEasy 1860 storage array?
Scalability is achieved through two expansion enclosures, allowing up to 72 total drives and a raw capacity exceeding 86.4 TB in a single federated cluster.
What network connectivity options does the StoreEasy 1860 support?
The system includes dual 10 GbE iSCSI/SMB ports, optional 25 GbE or 16 Gb FC adapters, and integrated redundant controllers for network resilience.
Can the HPE StoreEasy 1860 integrate with Windows Server?
Yes, it runs Windows Storage Server 2019, fully compatible with Active Directory, DFS, SMB3, and integrates seamlessly into Windows-centric environments.
How does the HPE StoreEasy 1860 handle data protection?
Data protection features include RAID-6 redundancy, snapshot scheduling, replication to remote sites, and integration with Veeam and Microsoft Azure Backup.
What management tools are available for the HPE StoreEasy 1860?
Manage the appliance via HPE OneView, Windows Admin Center, or native Windows Storage Management, offering role-based access, monitoring, and firmware updates.
Is the HPE StoreEasy 1860 compatible with virtualization platforms?
Yes, it supports VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer via iSCSI or SMB, enabling high-availability shared storage for virtual machines.
What are the physical dimensions and power requirements?
The 2U chassis measures 44.8×76.7×8.7 cm, consumes 650 W typical, uses dual 800 W hot-plug PSUs, and operates at 18–27 °C with front-to-back cooling.
How reliable is the HPE StoreEasy 1860 storage system?
Built with redundant controllers, hot-swappable drives, ECC memory, and 99.999% availability SLA, it delivers enterprise-grade reliability for critical file services.
What warranty and support options are available?
Standard HPE 3-year parts, labor, and next-business-day onsite support. Optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care packages offer faster response and proactive monitoring.
Is the HPE StoreEasy 1860 cost-effective for small to mid-sized businesses?
Yes. Its integrated OS, included management tools, and modular scalability reduce upfront costs and simplify operations, delivering low TCO for SMB file services.