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NS CS240 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit
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Q8D37A Overview
Q8D37A is a high-performance NAS storage system engineered for demanding enterprise data centers and SMB backup applications. It features an 8-bay design that supports mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, delivering a total storage capacity of 256 TB. The device incorporates advanced RAID configurations (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10) to ensure data integrity and high availability.
Q8D37A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory, expandable up to 128 GB. It offers a robust set of interfaces including USB 3.2, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel support to meet diverse connectivity needs. With expansion capabilities, redundant power supply (250W) and cooling via redundant fans, it is ideally suited for virtualization, media server applications, and enterprise-grade storage deployments.
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Q8D37A 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
- 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
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 250W
- 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
- Q8D37A Enterprise NAS
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D37A |  Q8D76A |  Q8D16A |  Q8C91A |  Q8D39A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | SAN | NAS | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS 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 | 256 TB | 256 TB | 256 TB | 256 TB |
| RAID Support | 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 | 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 | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | 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 | 250W | 350W | 500W | 500W | 500W |
| 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 | Yes | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | Q8D37A Enterprise NAS | Q8D76A Enterprise SAN Storage | Q8D16A | Q8C91A Enterprise NAS | Q8D39A Enterprise Storage Appliance |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 20.0 inches | 25.6 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
V
Victor Salazar
4
All components matched existing hardware.
P
Peyton Cross
4
Reliable spare for production systems.
C
Colin Matthews
5
Installation was clean and quick.
D
Drew Hamilton
5
Met expectations.
Questions & Answers
What does the Q8D37A NS CS240 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit include?
The Q8D37A kit includes a replacement CS240 controller board, a matching power supply unit, two HDD drive carriers, two SSD drive carriers, mounting screws, and all necessary connection cables.
Is the Q8D37A kit compatible with NS CS240 storage arrays?
Yes. The Q8D37A Spare Kit is designed specifically for HPE NS CS240 series storage systems and is fully plug-and-play compatible.
How do I install the NS CS240 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Spare Kit?
Power down the array, remove the failed component, insert the replacement module from the Q8D37A kit, secure with included hardware, and power on following the CS240 service manual instructions.
Can I use the spare kit with both HDD and SSD drives?
Yes. The Q8D37A kit supports both 3.5" HDDs and 2.5" SSDs with dedicated carriers and adapter trays included.
What are the power supply specifications in the Q8D37A kit?
The kit includes a 550W redundant power supply unit rated 80 PLUS Gold, engineered for optimal efficiency in NS CS240 configurations.
What warranty covers the Q8D37A NS CS240 Spare Kit?
This spare kit is backed by a three-year limited manufacturer warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Can I replace the CS240 controller without system downtime?
If your chassis is configured with dual controllers, you can hot-swap a failed controller using the Q8D37A kit with no interruption to service.
What is the weight of the Q8D37A NS CS240 Spare Kit for shipping?
The complete spare kit ships at approximately 3.6 kg (8 lbs) including all components and packaging.
Are all necessary cables included in the spare kit?
Yes. The Q8D37A kit provides all required SAS and power cables to connect the controller and drive carriers to the backplane.
How do I order the Q8D37A NS CS240 Spare Kit?
Contact your authorized HPE reseller or log in to the HPE Parts Store and use SKU Q8D37A to place your order.
Which firmware versions are supported by the Q8D37A kit?
The spare kit is validated for NS CS240 firmware 2.1 and later; always consult the HPE support matrix for the latest compatibility.
Does the Q8D37A kit include mounting hardware?
Yes; you receive all necessary rails, brackets, and screws to mount the controller, power supply, and drive carriers securely.
How long does it take to replace the NS CS240 components?
A trained technician can complete a full controller or power supply swap using this kit in under 30 minutes.
Are there any software prerequisites for using the Q8D37A kit?
Ensure your NS CS240 is running firmware version 2.1 or later and that you have the latest storage driver package installed.
Can the Q8D37A kit serve both the power supply and controller roles?
Yes. The kit includes both a controller board and a power supply module to restore full functionality to a degraded CS240.
How should I reference the Q8D37A SKU when ordering?
Please provide the exact SKU Q8D37A to your HPE reseller or in the HPE Parts Store to ensure you receive the correct NS CS240 Spare Kit.