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Q8D74A Overview
Q8D74A is a high-performance SAN storage system featuring a 24-bay configuration that supports SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drive types with a total storage capacity of up to 1 PB and comprehensive RAID support including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10.
Q8D74A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed RAM, expandable up to 64 GB of ECC DDR4 memory. The system offers connectivity via USB 3.2 and 10GbE network ports with 2 LAN interfaces, supports expansion modules, and features redundant fan cooling alongside a redundant 500W power supply, making it ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization, SMB backup, and media server deployments.
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Q8D74A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 24-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- 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
- 64 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
- 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
- Q8D74A Enterprise SAN Storage
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
Q8D74A Use Case
Hot-Swap Redundancy in Enterprise Storage Arrays
In mission-critical data centers running HPE Nimble Storage or 3PAR systems, the Q8D74A-HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD is pre-configured as a hot spare. Upon drive failure, the array automatically tears in the spare, maintaining I/O performance and eliminating rebuild windows. Benefit: Ensures continuous data availability, sustains 99.999% SLA compliance, and prevents costly downtime.
Rapid Drive Replacement for Remote Edge Sites
In distributed branch offices or edge computing locations without on-site IT specialists, stocking the Q8D74A-HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD empowers local teams to perform tool-free hot-swaps. The pre-formatted spare minimizes Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and negates the need for emergency technician dispatch. Benefit: Reduces MTTR by up to 80%, maintains business continuity, and slashes support costs.
High-Throughput Cache for Media & Entertainment Workflows
In video production and streaming environments, installing the Q8D74A-HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD as a dedicated cache drive in HPE ProLiant servers accelerates large file reads and writes. The enterprise-grade SATA performance streamlines editing, rendering, and playback. Benefit: Delivers up to 200 MB/s sustained throughput, cuts render times by 30%, and enhances creative team productivity.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D74A |  Q8D80A |  Q8D02A |  Q8E89A |  Q8E97A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 16-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 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 | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 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 | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / SMB / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8D74A Enterprise SAN Storage | Q8D80A Enterprise Storage System | Q8D02A Enterprise Storage System | Q8E89A Storage System | Q8E97A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.2 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 20 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Peter Johansson
5
No compatibility issues during installation or rebuild.
A
Aaron Mitchell
4
Consistent throughput under daily workloads.
J
Julian Morris
4
Reliable replacement drive for enterprise storage.
S
Stephen Ward
5
Good experience with no unexpected behavior.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD (SKU Q8D74A)?
The HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD (SKU Q8D74A) is a genuine 3.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s hard disk drive designed as a factory-authorized spare for compatible HPE ProLiant, Apollo, and Synergy servers.
Which HPE servers are compatible with SKU Q8D74A?
SKU Q8D74A is compatible with HPE ProLiant DL/ML series, Apollo storage servers, and Synergy compute modules that support 3.5-inch SAS hard drives.
What are the key specifications of the HPE 2TB Spare HDD?
This drive offers 2 TB capacity, 12 Gb/s SAS interface, 7 200 RPM rotational speed, 512 natively formatted sectors and optimized for high-availability environments.
How do I install the HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD?
To install, power down your server or engage hot-swap mode, remove the existing drive carrier, insert the Q8D74A into the empty bay until it clicks, and verify recognition in the HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) interface.
Does SKU Q8D74A support hot-swapping?
Yes. The HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD supports hot-swapping in compatible HPE server models, enabling replacement without powering down the system.
What is the warranty on the HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD?
HPE provides a one-year warranty for SKU Q8D74A, backed by global support and on-site spares replacement where available.
How does this spare HDD improve system reliability?
By keeping a factory-authorized spare HDD on standby, you can rapidly replace failed drives, minimize unplanned downtime and maintain RAID integrity in critical workloads.
Can I use this 2TB spare HDD as a primary drive?
While technically possible, the Q8D74A is certified as a spare part. HPE recommends using primary drives listed in your server’s QuickSpecs for initial deployments.
What interface does the HPE 2TB Spare HDD use?
The drive utilizes a second-generation SAS interface at 12 Gb/s for high throughput and enterprise-class performance.
What is the rotational speed of SKU Q8D74A?
The HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD operates at 7 200 RPM, balancing performance and energy efficiency in data center environments.
Is the HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD compatible with VMware and Hyper-V environments?
Yes. As a standard SAS hard drive, SKU Q8D74A is fully supported in virtualized environments running VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V on compatible HPE servers.
What is the average power consumption of the 2TB spare HDD?
Typical power consumption is 8 W during read/write operations and 4 W in idle mode, contributing to efficient data center power management.
How do I verify genuine HPE part Q8D74A?
Check the HPE holographic label, serial number and part number on the drive. You can also verify authenticity via the HPE Support Center by entering the serial number.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for this HDD?
The HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD offers an MTBF of 2 million hours, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability under continuous operation.
Can I return or replace the HPE 2TB Spare HDD if it is defective?
Yes. Defective units are covered by HPE’s warranty. Contact HPE support within the warranty period for replacement under the global spares program.
Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS/SF 2TB Spare HDD (SKU Q8D74A)?
Purchase directly from HPE or authorized HPE Channel Partners. You can also order online through the HPE Store or certified enterprise resellers.