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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.
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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
M
Martin Lewis
4
Integrated cleanly without disruption.
S
Stephen Hart
4
Stable connectivity after installation.
B
Brian Fletcher
5
Reliable networking option.
G
George Palmer
4
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.
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.