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Q8D80A Overview
Q8D80A is a high-performance SAN storage system designed for demanding enterprise data centers and virtualization environments. It features a 16-bay chassis that supports a mix of drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, providing a total storage capacity of 512 TB. The system delivers robust data protection with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, pre-installed with 16 GB of ECC DDR4 memory that can be expanded up to 128 GB. It offers versatile connectivity through interfaces including USB 3.2, 10GbE Ethernet, and Fibre Channel.
Q8D80A is engineered with expansion support, redundant fan-based cooling, and a redundant power supply rated at 750W, ensuring high availability and reliability. Its integrated network support with 4 LAN ports makes it ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data center operations, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8D80A 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
- 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
- Q8D80A Enterprise Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
Q8D80A Use Case
High-Bandwidth Data Center Uplinks for Virtualized Workloads
In large enterprise data centers running HPE Nimble Storage CS215 arrays, the Q8D80A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2-port Adapter Kit delivers dual 10GbE uplinks to VMware and Hyper-V hosts. This upgrade yields sustained throughput above 2.5 GB/s, reduces I/O latency by up to 40 %, and simplifies network management—enabling seamless scale-out for demanding virtual desktop and database workloads.
Low-Latency Edge Analytics for Industrial IoT
Manufacturing plants deploying HPE NS CS215 systems at the network edge leverage the Q8D80A adapter to connect real-time sensor gateways over 10GBASE-T. By cutting data-ingest latency below 500 µs and maintaining consistent 10 Gbps transfer rates, operations teams achieve faster anomaly detection, tighter process control, and improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)—all within existing copper-based infrastructure.
Accelerated Backup and Disaster Recovery for Enterprise Storage
Enterprises using HPE Nimble Storage CS215 for primary storage integrate the Q8D80A-HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T Adapter to establish dual-port 10GbE links to off-site DR and backup targets. Data replication speeds exceed 1.5 GB/s, shrinking nightly backup windows by 60 % and ensuring sub-hour RPOs. The solution delivers cost-effective high availability without fiber upgrades.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8D80A |  Q8F69A |  Q8B71A |  Q8F82A |  Q8F16A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 16-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 256 TB | 256 TB | 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 | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 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 | Active | Active | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 500W | 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 | Yes | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q8D80A Enterprise Storage System | Q8F69A Ultra Storage Appliance | Q8B71A Enterprise Storage System | Q8F82A Enterprise Storage Solution | Q8F16A Storage Array |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.2 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 15.0 inches | 25.0 inches | 25 inches | 28 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 27 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 50 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Peter Lawson
5
Installed cleanly without downtime.
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Ryan Fletcher
5
Stable connectivity after deployment.
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Anthony Briggs
4
Reliable networking option.
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Victor Holland
5
Worked immediately.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p Adp Kit (SKU: Q8D80A)?
The HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T 2p Adapter Kit (SKU: Q8D80A) is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet network controller designed to enhance connectivity and throughput for HPE Nimble Storage CS215 arrays.
Which HPE systems are compatible with SKU Q8D80A?
SKU Q8D80A is fully validated for HPE Nimble Storage CS215 arrays and may also be supported in select HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers when used in certified configurations.
What are the key features of the HPE NS CS215 10GBASE-T adapter?
Key features include two 10GBASE-T RJ-45 ports, PCIe Gen3 x8 interface, full duplex 10 Gbps per port, Auto Negotiation, jumbo frame support, and low-latency packet processing.
What performance improvements can I expect with this adapter?
The dual-port 10GBASE-T adapter delivers up to 20 Gbps of aggregated throughput, reduced CPU overhead through hardware offload, and improved I/O performance for storage traffic.
Is the HPE NS CS215 10GBASE-T adapter hot-swappable?
Yes, the adapter supports hot-swap installation in systems that provide hot-plug PCIe slots, allowing maintenance without downtime when properly configured.
Which network cables are recommended for the 10GBASE-T ports?
Use Cat6a or Cat7 twisted-pair copper cables for up to 30 meters of 10GBASE-T connectivity, with Cat6 acceptable for up to 55 meters in low-noise environments.
What operating systems does the Q8D80A adapter support?
The adapter supports HPE-certified drivers for Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware ESXi.
Are special drivers required for installation?
Yes, HPE provides optimized drivers available on the HPE Support Center download page to ensure full feature support and optimal performance.
Does this adapter support iSCSI offload and RDMA?
Yes, the controller offers iSCSI hardware offload to reduce host CPU utilization and supports RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) for low-latency data transfers.
How do I install the HPE NS CS215 Controller/10GBASE-T adapter?
Power down the host or ensure it supports PCIe hot-plug, insert the adapter into an available PCIe Gen3 x8 slot, secure the bracket, install the HPE driver, and reboot if required.
How can I verify port status and link activity?
Monitor port status and link activity through the host OS network utilities, HPE InfoSight dashboard, or using standard SNMP/MIB interfaces for automated alerts.
What are the physical dimensions and power requirements?
The adapter occupies a single PCIe slot, measures approximately 6.6” × 2.7” (168 × 69 mm), and draws less than 10 W under full load.
What warranty and support options are available?
The adapter comes with a one-year limited hardware warranty backed by HPE’s global support and can be covered under optional HPE Foundation Care or Proactive Care service contracts.
Can I use the Q8D80A adapter in non-HPE servers?
While physically compatible with any PCIe Gen3 x8 slot, this adapter is officially supported only in HPE-certified server and storage platforms to ensure full interoperability.
Does the adapter support jumbo frames?
Yes, the HPE NS CS215 10GBASE-T adapter supports jumbo frames up to 9,000 bytes to improve throughput and reduce CPU overhead on large data transfers.
Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS215 10GBASE-T Adapter Kit (Q8D80A)?
You can buy SKU Q8D80A through authorized HPE resellers, the HPE online store, or by contacting your local HPE sales representative for quotes and availability.