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Q8C93A Overview
Q8C93A is a high-performance SAN storage solution engineered for enterprise data centers requiring scalable and reliable data management. It offers 12 drive bays that support a mix of SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD technologies, delivering a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB with robust RAID options including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10.
Q8C93A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, expandable to 128 GB, ensuring swift and efficient processing. It features high-speed interfaces like 10GbE Ethernet and USB 3.1, supports Fibre Channel for additional network connectivity, provides expansion options, redundant power supply and cooling via a redundant fan, and is ideally suited for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8C93A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 512 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
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- 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
- Yes
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- Q8C93A Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
Q8C93A Use Case
High-Frequency Trading Acceleration with Q8C93A-HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Fld Upgrade
A global investment bank deploys Q8C93A-HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Fld Upgrade to transform its Nimble Storage F5000 array into an all-flash powerhouse for real-time trade processing. By delivering sub-millisecond read/write latency and up to 600K IOPS, the solution slashes execution times by 50%, ensures regulatory SLAs are met and mitigates market risk through deterministic performance under peak load.
Enterprise-Scale VDI Performance Boost for Remote Workforce
A Fortune 500 enterprise integrates Q8C93A-HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Fld Upgrade into its existing HPE Nimble F-series platform to support 10,000 concurrent virtual desktops. The all-flash upgrade drives consistent sub-millisecond latency, accelerates login and boot storms by over 5×, and consolidates storage management. Outcome: 30% lower TCO, elevated end-user experience, and streamlined IT operations.
AI/ML Data Pipeline Acceleration for Real-Time Analytics
A technology services firm outfits its on-premises GPU cluster with Q8C93A-HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Fld Upgrade to handle massive datasets for model training and real-time inference. Achieving sustained 1 GB/s throughput and 350K IOPS, the upgrade cuts data-prep and training cycles by 40%, rapidly delivers predictive insights and accelerates time-to-market for advanced analytics applications.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8C93A |  Q8F03A |  Q8D01A |  Q8B78A |  Q8B77A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD / Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 256 TB |
| RAID Support | 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 | 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 | 8 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | 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 | 500W | 350W | 750W | 500W | 350W |
| 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 | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q8C93A Storage System | Q8F03A Storage System | Q8D01A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8B78A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8B77A Enterprise NAS Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 25.0 inches | 14 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
L
Liam Oconnor
5
System performance remained consistent after upgrade.
R
Roger Bentley
4
Reliable upgrade path for scaling storage.
T
Trevor Miles
4
Worked as expected in production.
I
Ian Fletcher
5
Good enterprise upgrade option.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Field Upgrade (SKU: Q8C93A)?
The HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Field Upgrade (SKU: Q8C93A) is a hardware and software kit that converts compatible HPE Nimble Storage arrays into high-performance, all-flash systems for sub-millisecond latency and improved efficiency.
What key benefits does the HPE NS AF5000 upgrade provide?
The AF5000 upgrade delivers up to 8 GB/s throughput, over 500,000 IOPS, sub-millisecond latencies, inline deduplication/compression, and simplified management for mission-critical workloads.
Which HPE Nimble Storage arrays are compatible with the AF5000 upgrade?
The AF5000 upgrade is compatible with HPE Nimble Storage CS2000 and CS3000 series arrays running NimbleOS 5.0 or later.
How do I install the HPE NS AF5000 field upgrade?
Installation is performed by HPE service or an authorized partner, following the AF5000 Field Upgrade Guide and a scheduled 1–2 hour maintenance window.
What performance improvements can I expect after upgrading?
You can achieve up to 8 GB/s throughput, over 500,000 IOPS, and read/write latencies under 1 ms, ensuring consistent performance for mixed workloads.
What capacity options are available with the AF5000 upgrade?
Each AF5000-upgraded node supports up to 360 TB raw or 720 TB effective capacity, depending on flash type and inline efficiency settings.
Does the AF5000 upgrade support data deduplication and compression?
Yes. NimbleOS delivers inline deduplication and compression at no extra license cost, typically yielding up to 5:1 space savings.
Does the field upgrade require system downtime?
A scheduled downtime window of approximately 1–2 hours is recommended to swap drives and apply firmware; data services remain intact during the process.
How is the AF5000 field upgrade licensed?
The AF5000 includes a perpetual license for flash optimization features; ongoing support and updates are covered through HPE Nimble Storage maintenance contracts.
What security features are included with the AF5000 upgrade?
AF5000 provides hardware-based encryption, secure erase, role-based access control, and seamless integration with HPE Secure Encryption.
Can I manage the AF5000 upgrade through HPE InfoSight?
Yes. HPE InfoSight offers proactive monitoring, predictive analytics, and automated support for AF5000-upgraded arrays.
What warranty and support options are available for the AF5000?
The AF5000 upgrade is covered by a standard three-year limited warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care support plans.
How does the AF5000 enhance energy efficiency?
All-flash media consumes up to 70% less power and generates less heat than hybrid systems, reducing rack space and cooling requirements.
What monitoring tools are available after upgrading to AF5000?
Use HPE InfoSight, the NimbleOS GUI, and the CLI for real-time performance monitoring, capacity planning, and customizable alerting.
How can I purchase the HPE NS AF5000 All Flash Field Upgrade?
Contact an authorized HPE reseller or partner, or order directly through HPE Sales using SKU Q8C93A for pricing and availability.
What prerequisites are required before installing the AF5000 upgrade?
Ensure your array runs NimbleOS 5.0 or later, verify hardware compatibility, back up critical data, and schedule a maintenance window with HPE support.
How does AF5000 pricing compare to purchasing a new all-flash array?
The AF5000 field upgrade typically costs 30–40% less than acquiring a new all-flash array, maximizing ROI by leveraging existing infrastructure.