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Q8D09A Overview
Q8D09A is a SAN storage system featuring an 8-bay design that supports SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drives. It offers a total storage capacity of 256 TB with RAID levels including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and pre-installed 16 GB of ECC DDR4 memory, expandable up to 128 GB. The system provides connectivity through USB 3.1 and Ethernet (1GbE), ensuring robust network support and data throughput.
Additionally, the Q8D09A supports expansion options, features a redundant power supply rated at 350W, and employs active cooling to maintain optimal operating temperatures. Designed for demanding environments, this storage solution is ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization implementations, and media server deployments.
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Q8D09A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 256 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
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 1GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.1
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Active
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 350W
- 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
- Q8D09A Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 50 lbs
Q8D09A Use Case
Accelerating Mission-Critical Database Workloads with Low-Latency All-Flash Storage
In a global financial services environment plagued by SQL and Oracle transaction delays, the Q8D09A-HPE NS AF All Flash 11.5TB Fld Upgrade cuts average latency by 90% and delivers sustained 1.2 million IOPS. The result: sub-millisecond response times, uninterrupted trading operations, and real-time analytics that drive revenue growth.
Scaling Virtual Desktop Infrastructure for 2,500+ Concurrent Users
A multinational enterprise deploying VDI to over 2,500 knowledge workers integrates the Q8D09A upgrade to eliminate boot-storm I/O bottlenecks. With throughput boosted to 20 GB/s and <1 second login times, IT achieves 60% faster application launches, higher user satisfaction and a measurable reduction in help-desk tickets.
Optimizing Real-Time Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
A retail analytics team processing terabytes of POS, inventory and customer data leverages the Q8D09A upgrade to accelerate ETL pipelines and dashboard refresh rates. The all-flash array enables 80% faster query execution and shrinks batch windows by 50%, empowering dynamic pricing decisions and inventory optimization that increase sales and customer loyalty.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D09A |  Q8D65A |  Q8D71A |  Q8F66A |  Q8C96A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 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 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | 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 | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE / Fibre Channel |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 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 | Active | Active | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 500W | 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 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q8D09A Storage System | Q8D65A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8D71A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8F66A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q8C96A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 24 inches | 27.5 inches | 28 inches | 25.0 inches |
| Weight | 50 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 55 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Henry Collins
5
Stable operation post upgrade.
R
Ryan Adams
4
Integrated without issues.
M
Matthew Scott
4
Good choice for performance-driven systems.
P
Peter Walsh
5
Consistent results so far.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS AF All Flash 11.5TB Field Upgrade (SKU Q8D09A)?
The HPE NS AF All Flash 11.5TB Field Upgrade (Q8D09A) is a field-installable solid-state storage expansion that adds 11.5 TB of high-performance flash capacity to compatible HPE storage arrays.
What key performance benefits does the 11.5 TB all-flash upgrade deliver?
Upgrading to 11.5 TB of all-flash storage delivers sub-millisecond latency, up to 5× higher IOPS, and predictable throughput for latency-sensitive workloads.
Which HPE storage systems support the Q8D09A flash upgrade?
The Q8D09A upgrade is compatible with HPE Nimble Storage AF series arrays running OS version 5.0 or later and select HPE 3PAR All-Flash StoreServe models.
Can I install the HPE NS AF 11.5 TB field upgrade without downtime?
Yes. The field upgrade supports non-disruptive online installation; data access remains uninterrupted while firmware and hardware are updated.
Do I need additional software licenses for this flash capacity?
No additional licenses are required. The 11.5 TB flash modules are covered under your existing HPE storage OS license.
How do I physically install the Q8D09A all-flash modules?
Simply slide each pre-populated flash module into the designated drive bay, then follow the on-screen HPE storage management prompts to complete the upgrade.
What warranty and support are included with the field upgrade?
All Q8D09A modules carry a one-year, parts-only warranty and are covered by HPE Foundation Care, offering 24×7 support and next-business-day exchange.
How does this upgrade affect power and cooling requirements?
The all-flash modules consume 30 percent less power and generate 40 percent less heat versus equivalent spinning disks, reducing overall data center cooling needs.
Does the 11.5 TB upgrade support data reduction features?
Yes. The upgrade fully supports HPE’s inline deduplication and compression, delivering effective capacity utilization above 50 TB after data reduction.
Can I mix Q8D09A flash modules with HDDs in the same array?
Yes. HPE’s tiering software automatically places hot data on the all-flash tier while archiving cold data on HDDs, optimizing performance and storage efficiency.
What management tools can I use to monitor the new flash capacity?
You can monitor performance and health via HPE InfoSight, HPE Storage Navigator, or the RESTful API included in your HPE storage OS.
How scalable is the HPE NS AF All Flash 11.5 TB upgrade?
You can deploy up to eight Q8D09A modules per array, scaling total flash capacity to 92 TB while maintaining linear performance growth.
Will my existing RAID configuration carry over after the upgrade?
Yes. The upgrade maintains your current RAID or erasure-coding policies, and new flash modules automatically integrate into the existing protection group.
How quickly will my array recognize the new 11.5 TB capacity?
Your array will detect the added flash capacity within two minutes and automatically rebalance workloads to leverage the additional storage.
What steps should I follow to verify the upgrade was successful?
Log into HPE Storage Navigator, confirm the new 11.5 TB capacity under ‘Physical Drives,’ and ensure all flash modules report as ‘Online’ and ‘Healthy.’
Where can I find detailed installation and user guides for Q8D09A?
Download the official HPE Storage Upgrade and Installation Guide from the HPE Support Center by searching for SKU Q8D09A documentation.