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Q8D27A Overview
Q8D27A is a high-performance NAS storage system featuring an 8-bay configuration that supports SATA, SAS, SSD, and NVMe drive types with a total maximum capacity of 512 TB. It offers RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 6, is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed memory that is expandable up to 64 GB of ECC DDR4 RAM.
Q8D27A integrates interfaces including USB 3.1 and 10GbE Ethernet with 4 LAN ports, supports expansion options, and adds value with redundant power supplies rated at 350W and redundant fan cooling. It is engineered for use in SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, and media servers, while also providing snapshot, cloud sync, iSCSI support, and virtualization readiness for mission-critical applications.
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Q8D27A 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
- 512 TB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6
- 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 3.1
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- 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
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization
- Product Name
- Q8D27A Enterprise Storage Array
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 20 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
Q8D27A Use Case
Rapid Failure Recovery in Enterprise Data Centers
In a high-traffic data center running mission-critical workloads, IT teams keep a Q8D27A-NS CS210-X4 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit on-site to hot-swap a failed RAID controller, power supply or drive assembly in under 10 minutes. Benefit: Minimizes mean time to repair (MTTR), maintains 24/7 availability and ensures SLA compliance for uninterrupted business operations.
Proactive Maintenance for High-Availability SAN Clusters
Financial services organizations deploy the Q8D27A-NS CS210-X4 spare kit during scheduled maintenance windows to pre-stage replacement controllers, power modules and SSD/HDD drives in their SAN clusters. Benefit: Enables non-disruptive, preventive component swaps that boost system reliability, extend hardware lifespan and sustain 99.99% uptime.
Branch-Office Scale-Out and On-Site Spare Management
A nationwide retail chain stocks the Q8D27A-NS CS210-X4 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit at remote locations to empower local technicians to rapidly replace failed storage controllers, power supplies or drives. Benefit: Eliminates part-shipment delays, reduces travel and support costs, and preserves consistent performance across all branch offices.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D27A |  Q8F65A |  Q8D66A |  Q8D19A |  Q8E98A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | 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 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 | 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 | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.1 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 350W | 500W | 350W | 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 | Yes |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | Q8D27A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8F65A Storage System | Q8D66A Enterprise Storage System | Q8D19A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8E98A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 20 inches | 28 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 45 lbs | 40 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Arthur Mitchell
4
Everything worked as expected after replacement.
K
Keith Reynolds
4
Reliable components and smooth installation.
L
Louis Bennett
5
No compatibility issues observed.
H
Howard Jenkins
5
Solid enterprise spare solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the NS CS210-X4 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit (SKU Q8D27A)?
The Q8D27A spare kit is an HPE-certified replacement bundle for Nimble Storage CS210-X4 arrays, including controllers, power supplies, HDDs and SSDs.
Which components are included in the Q8D27A spare kit?
This kit contains two controller modules, two hot-swap power supplies, four 600 GB 6 Gb/s SAS HDDs and two 400 GB SAS SSDs.
Is the Q8D27A kit compatible with my HPE Nimble Storage CS210-X4 array?
Yes. The Q8D27A kit is engineered and tested for direct compatibility with all CS210-X4 chassis.
How do I install the controller modules in the CS210-X4 array?
Power down the affected node, unlock the chassis, slide out the empty bay, align the controller module with the guide rails and slide it in until it clicks.
Can I replace power supplies without shutting down the system?
Yes. The CS210-X4 power supplies are fully hot-swappable, allowing you to replace a failed unit without service interruption.
Which HDD and SSD models are provided in this spare kit?
It includes four 600 GB 6 Gb/s SAS 10K RPM hard drives and two 400 GB SAS solid-state drives.
Do I need to match firmware versions when installing these spare parts?
Yes. Ensure the new modules and drives run the same firmware revision as your array to maintain optimal performance.
What are the benefits of using the official HPE Q8D27A spare kit?
Official spares guarantee compatibility, uphold warranty terms and minimize troubleshooting with tested, genuine components.
Are there any prerequisites before installing this spare kit?
Verify current array firmware, back up critical data and follow ESD precautions and HPE’s installation guides.
What warranty coverage comes with the Q8D27A spare kit?
All components carry HPE’s standard one-year limited warranty from the date of installation.
How can I obtain technical support for installation or troubleshooting?
Contact HPE Support via phone or the HPE Support Center portal and reference SKU Q8D27A for expedited assistance.
What is the typical delivery time for this spare kit?
Delivery generally takes 3–5 business days, subject to stock availability and your geographic location.
Can I use third-party components instead of the Q8D27A kit?
HPE does not recommend third-party parts; using non-HPE components may void warranty and impact performance.
How does this spare kit help maximize system uptime?
By providing ready-to-install, hot-swappable replacements, the Q8D27A kit minimizes downtime during component failures.
How do I verify compatibility with future firmware updates?
Review HPE’s release notes on the Support Center portal; they list approved hardware for each firmware version.
Where can I purchase the NS CS210-X4 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit?
Order the Q8D27A kit through HPE’s online store, authorized resellers or your HPE account representative.