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Q8D26A Overview
Q8D26A is a high-performance SAN storage system featuring an 8-bay design that supports SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD configurations. It delivers a total storage capacity of 256 TB, supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores alongside 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory, expandable up to 64 GB.
This system offers versatile interfaces including USB 3.2, Thunderbolt, Ethernet with 10GbE network ports, and Fibre Channel, along with 4 LAN ports for robust network support. With expansion capabilities, redundant fan cooling, and a redundant 500W power supply, Q8D26A is ideally suited for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8D26A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- 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
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- 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
- No
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- Q8D26A Storage System
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 25 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
Q8D26A Use Case
Data Center High-Availability Maintenance
In a financial services data center running mission-critical trading platforms, the Q8D26A-NS CS210-X2 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit enables hot-swappable replacement of a failed controller, power supply or drive without downtime. Pre-configured spares reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) to under 30 minutes, preserving 99.999% uptime and ensuring uninterrupted transaction processing.
Remote Office Disaster Recovery Compliance
A global retail chain deploys the Q8D26A-NS CS210-X2 Spare Kit at satellite locations to meet stringent RTO/RPO mandates. Local IT staff perform immediate swap-outs of failed HDD/SSD or power supply components, restoring full backup and file-share functionality within 2 hours. This approach guarantees regulatory compliance and continuous customer service in remote sites.
Edge Computing Infrastructure Resilience
An industrial IoT deployment uses edge servers with Q8D26A-NS CS210-X2 Spare Kits to safeguard real-time sensor analytics on the factory floor. In the event of a PS or SSD failure, on-site engineers execute a rapid component swap, eliminating production stoppages. The solution maintains 24/7 operational continuity and optimizes throughput for automated quality control.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D26A |  Q8F12A |  Q8D09A |  Q8D33A |  Q8B70A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8-bay | 24-bay | 8-bay | 24-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 256 TB | 1 PB | 256 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 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / JBOD | 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 | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 350W | 750W | 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 | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8D26A Storage System | Q8F12A SAN Storage System | Q8D09A Storage System | Q8D33A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8B70A Storage Appliance |
| Height | 4 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 25 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 27 inches |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 35 lbs | 50 lbs | 50 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Sana Rauf
5
OEM parts fit perfectly.
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Andreas Vogel
4
Reduced recovery time.
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Zubair Iqbal
5
Good redundancy planning component.
H
Henry Wood
4
Dependable spare kit.
Questions & Answers
What is the NS CS210-X2 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit (SKU Q8D26A)?
SKU Q8D26A is an HPE spare kit for NS CS210-X2 arrays, providing redundant controllers, power supplies, enterprise SSDs, and HDDs to minimize downtime.
Which components are included in the Q8D26A spare kit?
The Q8D26A kit contains two controller modules, two power supplies, two 400 GB enterprise SSDs, and two 2 TB 10K RPM HDDs for full system redundancy.
Which storage arrays are compatible with the Q8D26A kit?
The Q8D26A spare kit is fully compatible with HPE Nimble Storage CS210-X2 arrays running NimbleOS v3.0 or later.
How do I install the NS CS210-X2 spare components?
Power down the array, slide out the failed component, insert the corresponding spare, secure it, power up the array, and verify operation via the web GUI.
Do I need to update firmware after installing Q8D26A components?
Yes, verify and update controllers and drives to the latest NimbleOS release via the CLI or web interface to ensure optimal performance.
What SSD and HDD capacities are supported in this spare kit?
This kit ships with 400 GB SSDs for caching and 2 TB 10K RPM HDDs for capacity, matching OEM specifications for CS210-X2.
Is an installation guide included with the Q8D26A kit?
Yes, the kit includes a printed quick-start guide; a full installation manual and firmware images are available for download on the HPE Support portal.
How long is the warranty on Q8D26A spare parts?
All components in SKU Q8D26A carry a one-year limited HPE warranty from the date of shipment.
Where can I purchase the NS CS210-X2 spare kit (Q8D26A)?
Order SKU Q8D26A directly through authorized HPE partners, HPE’s online storefront, or by contacting your HPE sales representative.
Can I return or exchange the Q8D26A kit if it remains unused?
Yes, HPE’s standard return policy allows returns of unopened Q8D26A kits within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
How do I verify the authenticity of the spare kit?
Confirm the HPE holographic label and match the SKU Q8D26A on the packaging; cross-reference serial numbers in the HPE Support Center portal.
What is the expected mean time between failures (MTBF) for these components?
Controllers and power supplies in Q8D26A have an MTBF of 1.2 million hours; SSDs and HDDs exceed 2 million hours.
Does HPE provide support for installation and troubleshooting?
Yes, HPE Support includes 24×7 phone assistance, online chat, and guided troubleshooting for Q8D26A installations.
How quickly can I receive replacement parts under HPE support?
Under HPE Proactive Care, you can receive next-business-day shipment of Q8D26A components after case creation.
Can I mix Q8D26A spares with existing components in my array?
Yes, Q8D26A spares are OEM-equivalent and hot-swappable, ensuring seamless integration with live CS210-X2 arrays.
Where can I download detailed technical specifications for Q8D26A?
Access the HPE Support Center, search SKU Q8D26A, and download the product data sheet and component spec sheets in PDF format.