Does the CS215 kit include power supplies?

Yes, the Q8D66A kit includes two hot-pluggable power supply units that ensure uninterrupted operation and built-in redundancy.

Is the HPE NS CS215 Controller hot-swappable?

Yes, both the controller module and its power supplies are hot-swappable, allowing maintenance without system downtime.

Which network protocols are supported by the 10GBASE-T ports?

The 10GBASE-T ports support standard Ethernet protocols including TCP/IP, iSCSI, NFS, CIFS/SMB, and RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE).

What physical form factor does the controller use?

The CS215 controller module fits into a standard HPE Nimble Storage drive bay and measures 68 mm (H) x 259 mm (W) x 406 mm (D), matching array chassis dimensions.

What are the operating temperature and humidity ranges?

The kit operates between 10 °C and 35 °C (50 °F–95 °F) at 10%–90% relative humidity (non-condensing) to meet data center environmental standards.

How do I install the Q8D66A Controller/10GBASE-T Kit?

Insert the controller module into an available HPE Nimble Storage bay, connect the power supplies to AC sources, and attach Cat6A or higher cables to the RJ-45 ports.

Does the CS215 kit support firmware updates?

Yes, firmware updates for the controller and power supplies are managed through the HPE InfoSight interface or on-array management GUI to ensure optimal performance.

What warranty coverage comes with SKU Q8D66A?

The kit is covered by HPE’s standard three-year limited warranty, including hardware replacement and 24x7 support via HPE Global Services.

Can I mix CS215 controllers with other network modules in the same array?

For consistent performance and full feature support, HPE recommends installing identical CS215 modules in each redundant bay rather than mixing different controllers.

What are the primary use cases for the CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T Kit?

Ideal for virtualized workloads, database servers, backup operations, and high-performance file services where low latency and high throughput are essential.

How does 10GBASE-T improve storage network performance?

10GBASE-T delivers higher bandwidth over copper infrastructure, reducing bottlenecks, lowering latency, and improving I/O operations per second (IOPS) in storage environments.

Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit?

Authorized HPE resellers, distributors, and the HPE online storefront stock the Q8D66A kit. Contact your local HPE representative for pricing and availability.

Who should I contact for technical support on the CS215 kit?

For assistance, reach out to HPE Support through the HPE Support Center portal or call the 24x7 support hotline provided with your warranty documentation.

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Q8D66A Overview

Q8D66A is a SAN storage system engineered for high-performance enterprise data centers with a 16-bay configuration supporting Mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD. It delivers a total storage capacity of 512 TB, supports RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, 16 GB of pre-installed ECC DDR4 memory (expandable up to 64 GB).

Q8D66A integrates advanced connectivity with 10GbE network ports and USB 3.0 interfaces, making it ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications. It features expansion support, redundant power supplies rated at 500W, and redundant fan cooling to ensure continuous, reliable operation for demanding use cases such as SMB backup, enterprise virtualization, and high-performance storage deployments.

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Q8D66A Specifications

Product Type: Storage System
Storage Type: SAN
Form Factor: Rackmount
Bay Count: 16-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 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD
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: 2
USB Ports: USB 3.0
Expansion Support: Yes
Cooling: Redundant Fan
Power Supply: Redundant
Power Supply Wattage: 500W
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: Q8D66A Enterprise Storage System
Height: 3.5 inches
Width: 17.5 inches
Depth: 25 inches
Weight: 40 lbs

Q8D66A Use Case

Enterprise Virtualization Acceleration with Q8D66A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit

In a VMware ESXi 7.0+ data center, deploying the Q8D66A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit provides redundant 10GbE uplinks for virtualization hosts, reducing NIC oversubscription and improving vMotion throughput by up to 50%. Benefit: Enables higher VM density per server, lowers TCO through hardware consolidation, and delivers predictable, low-latency network performance for business-critical workloads.

High-Performance SAN Connectivity for Database-Intensive Workloads

Integrate the Q8D66A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit into an HPE 3PAR StoreServ SAN to equip SQL Server and Oracle OLTP clusters with 10GbE storage networking, cutting latency below 0.8 ms and boosting throughput by 4×. Benefit: Accelerates transaction processing, ensures SLA compliance, and optimizes IOPS efficiency for data-driven applications.

Cost-Effective 10GbE Extension for Remote Office & Edge Computing

Deploy the Q8D66A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit in branch offices or edge sites alongside HPE ProLiant servers to deliver 10GbE connectivity over Cat6a copper up to 30 m without fiber. Benefit: Reduces network infrastructure costs by 30%, simplifies deployment, and maintains reliable access to centralized applications, file sharing and backups.

Quality Certifications

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Product Comparison Table

	Q8D66A	Q8D80A	Q8B34A	Q8D14A	Q8D28A
Product Type	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System
Storage Type	SAN	SAN	NAS	NAS	SAN
Form Factor	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount
Bay Count	16-bay	16-bay	8-bay	8-bay	24-bay
Supported Drive Types	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed	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 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / 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
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	8 GB	16 GB	8 GB
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	128 GB	32 GB	64 GB	32 GB
RAM Type	ECC DDR4	ECC DDR4	ECC DDR4	ECC DDR4	DDR4
Network Ports	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE
LAN Ports	2	4	4	2	4
USB Ports	USB 3.0	USB 3.2	USB 3.2	USB 3.2	USB 3.1
Expansion Support	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cooling	Redundant Fan	Redundant Fan	Active	Redundant Fan	Active
Power Supply	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant
Power Supply Wattage	500W	750W	500W	500W	750W
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	Yes	No
Use Case	Enterprise Data Center	Enterprise Data Center	Enterprise Data Center	Enterprise Data Center	SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization
Product Name	Q8D66A Enterprise Storage System	Q8D80A Enterprise Storage System	Q8B34A Storage Gateway	Q8D14A Enterprise Storage Array	Q8D28A Enterprise SAN Storage System
Height	3.5 inches	3.5 inches	3.5 inches	3.5 inches	4 inches
Width	17.5 inches	17.5 inches	17.5 inches	17.5 inches	17.5 inches
Depth	25 inches	28 inches	27.5 inches	28 inches	28 inches
Weight	40 lbs	45 lbs	25 lbs	45 lbs	50 lbs

Reviews & Ratings

James Porter

10GBASE-T controller kit improved network performance.

Martin Lewis

Integrated cleanly without disruption.

Stephen Hart

Stable connectivity after installation.

Brian Fletcher

Reliable networking option.

George Palmer

Met expectations.

Questions & Answers

What is the HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit (SKU: Q8D66A)?

The HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit (Q8D66A) is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet controller module with integrated power supplies, designed for HPE Nimble Storage arrays to deliver high-performance, low-latency networking.

Which HPE storage arrays are compatible with the CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p/PS Kit?

The CS215 Controller kit is fully compatible with HPE Nimble Storage AF Series, HF Series, and CS Series arrays that support 10GBASE-T networking, enabling seamless integration and high-speed connectivity.

How many network ports does the Q8D66A kit provide?

The Q8D66A kit provides two RJ-45 10GBASE-T ports, allowing dual-path connectivity and redundancy for critical data traffic.

What raw data throughput can I expect from this controller kit?

Each 10GBASE-T port delivers up to 10 Gbps full-duplex throughput, providing a combined potential bandwidth of 20 Gbps for sustained workloads.

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Q8D66A Overview

Q8D66A price is is available on request. Get immediate quote.

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Q8D66A Specifications

Product Type

Storage System

Storage Type

SAN

Form Factor

Rackmount

Bay Count

16-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 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD

CPU Type

Intel Xeon

CPU Cores

Installed RAM

16 GB

Max RAM Capacity

64 GB

RAM Type

ECC DDR4

Network Ports

10GbE

LAN Ports

USB Ports

USB 3.0

Expansion Support

Yes

Cooling

Redundant Fan

Power Supply

Redundant

Power Supply Wattage

500W

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

Q8D66A Enterprise Storage System

Height

3.5 inches

Width

17.5 inches

Depth

25 inches

Weight

40 lbs