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Q8D04A Overview
Q8D04A is a SAN storage system featuring 16 drive bays that support SATA, SAS, SSD, and NVMe drives with a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB. It operates with RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 configurations, is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory expandable to 128 GB.
Q8D04A delivers connectivity through USB 3.0, Thunderbolt, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel interfaces, and supports advanced network connectivity with 2 LAN ports. It offers expansion support, redundant power supply at 750W, and redundant fan cooling. Designed for demanding environments, it is ideally suited for enterprise data centers, SMB backup, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8D04A 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
- 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
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.0
- 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
- Yes
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- Q8D04A Enterprise SAN Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D04A |  Q8D20A |  Q8B41A |  Q8D47A |  Q8G44A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 16-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 12-bay | 24-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD / Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB | 512 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 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 | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 500W | 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 | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8D04A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8D20A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8B41A | Q8D47A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8G44A High-Performance SAN Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 1.75 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 27 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Farah Iqbal
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Straightforward installation process.
J
Jari Heikkinen
5
System performance remained stable.
K
Kamran Zafar
5
Good scalability option.
M
Michael Shaw
5
Reliable field upgrade.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade?
The HPE NS CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade (SKU Q8D04A) is a hardware, firmware, and software bundle that transforms a Nimble Storage CS300 array into a hybrid flash and HDD system for balanced performance and capacity.
What components are included in SKU Q8D04A?
The kit includes HDD drive trays, drive caddies, Nimble OS firmware update, hybrid software licenses, and installation documentation.
Which HPE storage models are compatible with the CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade?
This upgrade applies to HPE Nimble Storage CS200 and CS300 arrays running Nimble OS 5.0 or later with available drive bays.
How does the CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade enhance storage performance?
By integrating high-capacity HDDs with existing flash cache, it delivers optimized I/O throughput, reduced latency, and improved workload balancing.
How much additional storage capacity can I gain with the CS300 Hybrid upgrade?
The standard upgrade supports up to 144 TB of raw HDD capacity per enclosure and scales beyond 1 PB with optional expansion shelves.
What are the prerequisites for installing the CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade?
You must have Nimble OS 5.0+, a valid HPE support contract, available drive bays, and a current data backup before proceeding.
Can the hybrid upgrade be installed without disrupting production workloads?
Yes, the upgrade is non-disruptive and leverages Nimble’s online Dynamic Upgrade Utility to maintain data availability.
Are additional software licenses required for hybrid functionality?
No, the necessary Nimble OS software keys are included in the SKU Q8D04A package for standard hybrid operation.
Does the upgrade kit include new storage controllers?
No, the CS300 controller modules remain unchanged; only HDD trays, firmware, and software licenses are provided.
What warranty and support options cover the hybrid upgrade?
The upgrade is covered by HPE’s standard three-year warranty, with options to extend to five years and access 24/7 technical support and next-business-day hardware replacement.
How long does the field upgrade process typically take?
The installation generally completes within four to six hours, depending on environment complexity and data volume.
Can HPE provide remote installation assistance for the upgrade?
Yes, HPE offers Proactive Care Installation Services, including remote setup and validation, through its Global Services organization.
How does adding hybrid storage affect power consumption?
The hybrid configuration uses up to 30% less power than all-HDD arrays by leveraging flash caching and drive spin-down capabilities.
Is it possible to revert the CS300 to all-flash configuration after upgrading?
Reversion is possible by removing installed HDDs and reapplying original firmware, but HPE support should be engaged to ensure data integrity.
What maintenance tasks are recommended after installing the CS300 Hybrid upgrade?
Schedule monthly Health Checks, apply quarterly Nimble OS updates, monitor SMART drive metrics, and verify backups regularly.
Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS300 Hybrid Field Upgrade (SKU Q8D04A)?
The upgrade is available through HPE authorized resellers, the HPE eStore, or by contacting your HPE sales representative.
What is the expected ROI after upgrading to the CS300 Hybrid configuration?
Customers typically realize a return on investment within 12–18 months through improved IOPS per dollar and optimized storage utilization.