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Q8D33A Overview
Q8D33A is a SAN storage system featuring a 24-bay design that supports a mix of SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drives with a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, and JBOD configurations, powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory, which can be expanded to 128 GB. The device offers interfaces including 10GbE Ethernet and USB 3.2, along with robust network connectivity, expansion capabilities, a redundant power supply delivering 750W, and redundant fan cooling.
Q8D33A is engineered for demanding use cases such as enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, SMB backup, and media server applications. Its design emphasizes high availability, performance, and scalability, providing a reliable solution for mission-critical workloads while ensuring data integrity and operational redundancy.
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Q8D33A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 24-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 / JBOD
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 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
- 750W
- 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
- Q8D33A Enterprise SAN Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 50 lbs
Q8D33A Use Case
High-Availability Emergency Replacement for HP ProLiant CS220-X2 Clusters
When a critical HP ProLiant CS220-X2 cluster suffers a controller or power-supply failure, data center engineers deploy the Q8D33A-NS CS220-X2 spare kit to perform hot-swappable replacements onsite under 30 minutes, minimizing unplanned downtime and preserving SLA compliance.
Proactive Maintenance in Hybrid-Cloud HPC Environments
During scheduled maintenance windows in hybrid-cloud high-performance computing environments, IT teams use the Q8D33A-NS CS220-X2 kit to preemptively replace aging HDD/SSD modules and power supplies, ensuring consistent I/O performance, extending hardware lifecycle, and avoiding service interruptions.
Rapid Recovery for Remote Branch Office IT Infrastructure
In remote branch offices with limited on-site IT support, pre-staged Q8D33A-NS CS220-X2 spare kits empower local staff to swiftly swap controllers, power supplies, or HDD/SSD drives, reducing mean time to repair (MTTR) from days to hours and guaranteeing uninterrupted business continuity.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D33A |  Q8B36A |  Q8F76A |  Q8F09A |  Q8D19A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | SAN | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 24-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| 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 10 / JBOD | 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 50 / RAID 60 |
| 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 | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 1GbE | 10GbE | 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 | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 350W | 350W | 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 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server / SMB | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | Q8D33A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8B36A Storage System | Q8F76A | Q8F09A Enterprise NAS | Q8D19A Enterprise Storage Array |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 12 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 50 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Paul Bennett
5
All components matched existing hardware perfectly.
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Nathan Cole
5
Reliable spare solution for enterprise recovery.
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George Whitman
5
Installation was smooth with no compatibility issues.
S
Simon Parker
4
Met expectations for quality and reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS220-X2 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit (SKU Q8D33A)?
The Q8D33A spare kit is an official HPE replacement package for NS CS220-X2 storage servers, providing pre-configured controller modules, power supplies, HDDs and SSDs for rapid field servicing.
Which components are included in the Q8D33A spare kit?
The kit contains two redundant controller modules, dual hot-plug power supplies, four SAS HDDs and two enterprise SSDs tested for NS CS220-X2 compatibility.
Is the Q8D33A spare kit compatible with all NS CS220-X2 models?
Yes. The Q8D33A kit is fully compatible with all firmware versions and hardware revisions of the HPE NS CS220-X2 storage servers.
How do I install the NS CS220-X2 spare kit (Q8D33A)?
Power down the server, slide in the spare controllers and power supplies until they latch, insert the HDDs and SSDs into marked bays, then power on and verify via the iLO interface.
Do I need to update firmware when installing Q8D33A components?
HPE recommends verifying that server firmware matches the latest HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) to ensure full compatibility with Q8D33A spares.
What are the power requirements for the Q8D33A spare kit?
Each power supply operates on 100–240 VAC auto-sensing input and delivers up to 800 W, meeting global safety and efficiency standards.
Can I mix HDDs and SSDs from the Q8D33A kit in the same chassis?
Yes. The NS CS220-X2 supports hybrid configurations; simply populate drive bays as per HPE best-practice guidelines for tiered storage.
What warranty covers the Q8D33A spare kit?
HPE provides a one-year parts warranty on the Q8D33A kit, backed by global support and optional HPE Care Pack extensions.
Does HPE support the Q8D33A spare kit under standard service agreements?
Yes. The Q8D33A components are covered by standard HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care service agreements for NS CS220-X2 systems.
How can I order replacement components from the Q8D33A kit?
Contact your authorized HPE reseller or log in to HPE’s iQuote portal to order individual spare part numbers matched to the Q8D33A SKU.
What is the typical lead time for shipping the Q8D33A spare kit?
Standard lead times range from 3–5 business days for regional distribution; expedited shipping options are available upon request.
Are the HDDs and SSDs in Q8D33A hot-swappable?
Yes. All drives in the Q8D33A kit support hot-swap capability, enabling maintenance without downtime when properly configured.
What are the physical dimensions of the Q8D33A spare kit components?
Controllers: 2U form factor; Power supplies: 1U each; Drives: standard 3.5″ bays (HDD) and 2.5″ bays (SSD) per NS CS220-X2 chassis.
Can I use third-party drives instead of the Q8D33A HDDs and SSDs?
HPE recommends using factory-qualified drives in Q8D33A to maintain warranty, performance and full compatibility with NS CS220-X2 firmware.
How do I troubleshoot LED status indicators on Q8D33A components?
Refer to the NS CS220-X2 Maintenance and Service Guide: green indicates normal operation, amber flags a warning, and red signals a critical fault.
What is the recommended maintenance schedule for the NS CS220-X2 with Q8D33A spares?
Perform quarterly health checks via HPE InfoSight, update firmware bi-annually, and visually inspect power and drive indicators monthly.