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Q8D64A Overview
Q8D64A is an enterprise SAN storage solution engineered with 24 drive bays supporting mixed drive types including SATA, SAS, SSD, and NVMe. It delivers a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB with RAID configurations such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, powered by an Intel Xeon processor featuring 8 cores. The system comes with 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory, expandable to 128 GB, ensuring robust performance for demanding storage requirements.
Q8D64A provides advanced connectivity through 10GbE network ports, 4 LAN ports, and USB 3.2 interfaces, with built-in expansion support for scalable storage. The design includes a redundant fan-based cooling system and a redundant power supply rated at 750W, making it ideal for use cases such as SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media servers.
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Q8D64A 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
- 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
- Yes
- Use Case
- Enterprise Data Center
- Product Name
- Q8D64A Enterprise Storage Array
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 26 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D64A |  Q8D20A |  Q8C98A |  Q8F66A |  Q8D65A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 24-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 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 | 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 | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | 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 | 750W | 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 | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server |
| Product Name | Q8D64A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8D20A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8C98A Enterprise Storage System | Q8F66A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q8D65A Enterprise Storage Array |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 26 inches | 27 inches | 27 inches | 28 inches | 24 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 55 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Derek Lawson
5
Easy installation and stable operation.
O
Oliver Finch
4
Reliable spare kit for production.
F
Franklin Wood
5
No issues encountered.
S
Stephen Grant
5
Met quality expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS215 Controller/2x1GbE 2p Adp/PS Kit (SKU: Q8D64A)?
The HPE NS CS215 Controller/2x1GbE 2p Adp/PS Kit (SKU: Q8D64A) is a dual-port 1GbE adapter with integrated redundant power supplies for HPE Nimble Storage CS215 arrays.
What key features does the CS215 Controller kit offer?
It features two 1GbE network ports on a PCIe adapter, dual hot-swappable 400W power modules, advanced caching, and seamless integration with HPE Storage management software.
What network connectivity does the CS215 Controller provide?
The kit provides two 1GbE RJ-45 ports for iSCSI connectivity, supporting active-active or failover configurations to maintain continuous data access.
Is the CS215 Controller compatible with other HPE storage systems?
These components are fully compatible with HPE Nimble Storage CS215 chassis and serve as a direct upgrade to existing CS215 systems; they are not compatible with other models.
How does the CS215 Controller improve storage performance?
By combining dual 1GbE interfaces, optimized caching algorithms, and robust firmware, the CS215 Controller kit delivers low-latency I/O and high throughput under mixed workloads.
How many drives can the CS215 Controller support?
The CS215 Controller supports up to 12 drive bays in the CS215 chassis, accommodating SSDs and HDDs in single or mixed-tier configurations for scalable capacity and performance.
Does the CS215 Controller include power supplies?
Yes, the kit includes two 400W hot-swappable redundant power supply units to ensure uninterrupted operation and fault tolerance in critical environments.
Is the CS215 Controller hot-swappable?
All components, including the PCIe adapter and power supplies, are hot-swappable, allowing maintenance or replacement without powering down the system.
What management tools are available with the CS215 Controller?
HPE Nimble Storage OS offers a web-based GUI, CLI, and RESTful API for end-to-end management; integration with HPE InfoSight provides predictive analytics and proactive support.
What are the physical dimensions of the CS215 Controller kit?
The half-height PCIe adapter measures 168.5 mm x 69 mm; each power supply module measures 100 mm x 40 mm x 400 mm; the kit weighs approximately 1.2 kg.
What warranty coverage is provided with the CS215 Controller kit?
This kit is covered by a standard three-year parts, labor, and on-site support warranty, with optional upgrades for extended coverage and rapid-response services.
How do I install the HPE NS CS215 Controller kit?
To install, power off the CS215 chassis, insert the PCIe adapter, install the power modules, power on, and complete configuration via the HPE Storage OS interface.
Can I upgrade the firmware on the CS215 Controller?
Firmware updates can be applied online or during scheduled windows using the HPE OS GUI, CLI, or REST API; HPE InfoSight can automate recommended upgrades.
What power specifications does the CS215 Controller kit support?
Each power supply accepts 100–240 V AC at 50/60 Hz, delivers 400W output, and meets ENERGY STAR and EU efficiency standards for reduced power consumption.
Which operating systems are supported by the CS215 Controller kit?
The CS215 Controller kit supports any iSCSI-capable OS, including Windows Server, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi, and Citrix XenServer, without additional drivers.
How do I monitor the health of the CS215 Controller kit?
Use the HPE Nimble Storage web interface or CLI to monitor port status, power supply health, drive metrics, and performance; configure SNMP or email alerts for proactive maintenance.