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Q8D49A Overview
Q8D49A is a SAN storage system featuring a 24-bay design that supports mixed drive types including SATA, SAS, SSD, and NVMe with a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB. It offers RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed memory expandable up to 128 GB of ECC DDR4 RAM.
Q8D49A provides versatile interfaces with USB 3.2, 10GbE LAN, and Fibre Channel connectivity for comprehensive network support and expansion capabilities. Equipped with a redundant power supply rated at 750W and a redundant fan cooling system, this system is ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server use cases.
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Q8D49A 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
- 1 PB
- 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
- 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
- Q8D49A High-Performance SAN Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
Q8D49A Use Case
High-Performance Virtual Desktop Infrastructure with Q8D49A-HPE NS CS420G-X8
A global financial services firm deploys 1,500+ virtual desktops to support remote traders. By integrating the Q8D49A-HPE NS CS420G-X8 Cntlr/PS/HDD/SSD Kit, the IT team delivers sub-millisecond I/O latency and 45% faster login times. Outcome: consistent user experience, 99.999% uptime SLAs, and 30% lower operational costs.
Accelerated AI/ML Inference Pipeline for Manufacturing Quality Control
An automotive manufacturer implements real-time defect detection on assembly lines. The Q8D49A-HPE NS CS420G-X8 Kit’s hybrid flash architecture ingests and processes 10+ TB of sensor data daily with sub-millisecond response. Outcome: 25% faster model inference, immediate anomaly alerts, and a 40% reduction in production defects.
Resilient Disaster Recovery and Backup for SMB Compliance
A mid-market legal firm requires secure, rapid failover for regulated client data. Leveraging the Q8D49A-HPE NS CS420G-X8 Cntlr/PS/HDD/SSD Kit, IT achieves continuous replication and automated failover across two sites. Outcome: RPO under 5 minutes, RTO under 10 minutes, and full compliance with data-protection mandates.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D49A |  Q8D26A |  Q8G61A |  Q8F82A |  Q8B66A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 24-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 128 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 | 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 | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 500W | 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 | No | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / SMB | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8D49A High-Performance SAN Storage System | Q8D26A Storage System | Q8G61A Storage System | Q8F82A Enterprise Storage Solution | Q8B66A Enterprise NAS Storage System |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
E
Eric Wallace
4
Handled replacement without configuration changes.
C
Christopher Allen
5
Reliable components for business-critical storage.
B
Brian Hughes
4
Good build quality and predictable performance.
S
Steven Parker
4
Worked exactly as required.
Questions & Answers
What components are included in the HPE NS CS420G-X8 Controller/PS/HDD/SSD Kit (Q8D49A)?
The Q8D49A kit includes an eight-port storage controller, redundant power supply unit, drive backplanes, and pre-configured HDD/SSD sleds for seamless integration with HPE NS CS420G-X8 enclosures.
Is the HPE NS CS420G-X8 Kit compatible with HPE ProLiant servers?
Yes. The Q8D49A kit is fully validated for use with HPE ProLiant DL and ML series servers when paired with an NS CS420G-X8 chassis for unified storage deployment.
Which RAID levels are supported by the CS420G-X8 controller?
The integrated controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, delivering flexible data protection and performance tuning for diverse workload requirements.
What types of HDDs and SSDs does the Q8D49A kit support?
It supports 2.5″ and 3.5″ SATA, SAS HDDs, and NVMe/SAS SSDs up to enterprise-grade specifications, enabling optimized capacity and performance per drive slot.
How do I install the Q8D49A kit in my NS CS420G-X8 enclosure?
Slide the controller into the dedicated PCIe slot, connect power cables to the redundant PSU, attach backplane connectors, secure drives in sleds, then power on and verify in BIOS.
Does the kit include a power supply? What are its specifications?
Yes. It features a 1200W redundant, hot-swap power supply with 80 PLUS Platinum efficiency, delivering reliable power for dense storage configurations.
Can I mix HDDs and SSDs in the CS420G-X8 chassis?
Absolutely. The backplane supports mixed media; configure HDDs for bulk capacity and SSDs for caching or tiered performance within the same enclosure.
What interface does the CS420G-X8 controller use?
It employs a PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface and offers eight internal SAS 12Gb/s ports for high-bandwidth connectivity to drives.
What is the maximum storage capacity supported by this kit?
Depending on drive size, the CS420G-X8 chassis supports up to 360TB total (using forty-five 8TB HDDs) or 288TB with 45x6.4TB SSDs.
Does the Q8D49A kit include RAID management software?
Yes. HPE Smart Array Management Utilities and HPE InfoSight are included for GUI-based RAID configuration, health monitoring, and predictive analytics.
What firmware version is recommended for the Q8D49A kit?
HPE recommends the latest controller firmware (v7.35 or higher) and backplane firmware (v1.2x or higher) available from HPE Support to ensure optimal stability.
How do I update firmware on the CS420G-X8 controller?
Use HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) or iLO Remote Console to apply firmware bundles. Follow on-screen prompts to scan and install controller and drive firmware.
What warranty and support options are available for Q8D49A?
The kit is covered by a 3-year HPE hardware warranty. Optional HPE Foundation Care and Proactive Care service packages extend coverage and response times.
Is hot-swappable drive support included in this kit?
Yes. The backplane and drive sleds are designed for hot-swap operation, allowing drive replacement without downtime when configured in a supported RAID mode.
What are typical use cases for the HPE NS CS420G-X8 kit?
Ideal for virtualized workloads, file/object storage, backup/archive, and high-performance databases requiring scalable, cost-effective, and resilient storage infrastructure.
Where can I purchase genuine Q8D49A kits and accessories?
Genuine kits are available through HPE authorized resellers, the HPE Store online, and select enterprise hardware distributors. Verify SKU Q8D49A for authenticity.