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Q8F08A Overview
Overview of "Q8F08A" – Q8F08A is a NAS storage system featuring 8 drive bays that support SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD configurations with a maximum capacity of 512 TB. It offers RAID levels including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10, and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 4 cores, pre-installed with 16 GB ECC DDR4 memory expandable up to 32 GB.
Q8F08A provides interfaces such as USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet with additional support for Thunderbolt and Fibre Channel connectivity. It includes expansion support, a redundant power supply rated at 350W, and a redundant fan cooling system, making it ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data center operations, virtualization, and media server use cases.
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Q8F08A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- 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
- 4
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 32 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 1GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.0
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 350W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Product Name
- Q8F08A Enterprise NAS
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 30 lbs
Q8F08A Use Case
RAID Hot-Spare for Enterprise Server High Availability
In mission-critical data centers running HPE ProLiant servers with RAID 6, the Q8F08A-HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD is configured as an automatic hot-spare. Upon drive failure, it instantly kicks in, rebuilding the array without manual intervention. Benefit: Delivers uninterrupted operations, minimizes rebuild windows, and sustains 99.99% uptime for financial trading, ERP and CRM workloads.
Nearline Archival Storage for Regulatory Compliance
Healthcare and legal firms use HPE Apollo systems to archive patient records and case files. By designating the Q8F08A-HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD as a dedicated spare, any degraded nearline RAID set triggers an automated rebuild. Benefit: Ensures cost-effective, high-density capacity, rapid recovery and full compliance with data-retention mandates.
VDI and Virtualization Pool Resilience
Enterprises running HPE Synergy composable infrastructure for virtual desktop (VDI) and private cloud environments incorporate the Q8F08A-HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD into their shared storage pool. On disk failure, it seamlessly replaces the faulty drive and restores IO performance. Benefit: Maintains consistent user experience, prevents session drops and simplifies capacity planning.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8F08A |  Q8F69A |  Q8F16A |  Q8D65A |  Q8G27A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 256 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB |
| 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 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 1GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.0 | 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 | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 750W | 350W | 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 | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8F08A Enterprise NAS | Q8F69A Ultra Storage Appliance | Q8F16A Storage Array | Q8D65A Enterprise Storage Array | Q8G27A Enterprise Storage Array |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 15.0 inches | 28 inches | 24 inches | 29 inches |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 27 lbs | 50 lbs | 45 lbs | 55 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zara Malik
5
No errors during replacement.
M
Mikko Laine
5
Matches original drive specifications.
F
Faisal Mehmood
5
Good reliability so far.
S
Stephen Ward
4
Solid spare drive option.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD (SKU: Q8F08A)?
The HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD (Q8F08A) is a factory-qualified, hot-plug SAS hard drive designed as a spare or replacement drive for HPE storage systems.
What capacity and form factor does the Q8F08A drive have?
The Q8F08A drive provides 6 TB of storage in a 3.5-inch form factor, ideal for enterprise storage arrays.
What interface and performance does the HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD support?
The Q8F08A features a 12 Gb/s SAS interface with sustained transfer rates up to 261 MB/s for high throughput.
Which HPE storage arrays are compatible with SKU Q8F08A?
SKU Q8F08A is compatible with HPE StoreEasy, StoreOnce, and MSA series arrays that support 3.5″ SAS drives.
What is the rotational speed and cache size of the Q8F08A drive?
The drive spins at 7,200 RPM and includes a 256 MB cache to optimize read/write performance.
Can I install the Q8F08A drive while the system is running?
Yes, the Q8F08A is hot-pluggable, allowing you to install or replace it without powering down the server or storage array.
Is firmware preloaded on the HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD?
Yes, the drive ships with HPE-authenticated firmware to ensure compatibility and reliability in supported systems.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for Q8F08A?
The HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD has an MTBF of 2 million hours under typical enterprise workloads.
Does Q8F08A include a warranty?
Yes, the drive carries a one-year limited warranty backed by HPE standard service and support terms.
How do I verify the authenticity of the HPE Q8F08A drive?
Check the HPE part number, serial number, and holographic HPE seal on the shipping box and drive label.
What environmental conditions are required for optimal operation?
Operate the drive at 5°C to 50°C with 5%–85% non-condensing humidity and altitudes up to 3,048 m.
Can the Q8F08A drive be used as a primary data drive?
Yes, you can deploy Q8F08A as a primary drive in capacity-optimized arrays or as a hot spare for redundancy.
How do I install the HPE NS 6TB Spare HDD in my HPE array?
Slide the drive into an approved bay until it clicks, then verify detection through the array management utility.
How does hot-swap functionality work with the Q8F08A?
When a drive fails, the RAID controller automatically rebuilds onto the hot-spare after you insert Q8F08A, without service interruption.
What is the typical power consumption of the Q8F08A drive?
The drive consumes 6.5 W idle and up to 10 W during peak read/write operations.
How can I order replacement Q8F08A drives and what are the shipping options?
Order through authorized HPE partners or the HPE Store with options for next-business-day courier or standard ground shipping.