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Q8F15A Overview
Q8F15A is an enterprise-grade SAN storage system featuring an 8‑bay design that supports mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, and offers a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB. It comes equipped with robust RAID support—including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10—paired with an Intel Xeon processor featuring 8 cores and 8 GB of pre‑installed RAM that can be expanded up to 64 GB ECC DDR4.
Q8F15A also provides versatile interfaces such as USB 3.2 and 10GbE Ethernet along with four LAN ports to ensure seamless network support and expansion capabilities. Its redundant power supply (350W) and redundant fan cooling system make it ideal for demanding use cases including SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8F15A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 8-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
- 8 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 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
- 350W
- 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
- Q8F15A Enterprise SAN Storage System
- Height
- 4.5 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 20 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
Q8F15A Use Case
Automated Global Hot-Spare SSD for Mission-Critical RAID Resiliency
In HPE Nimble Storage CS-Series All-Flash arrays powering a global financial trading platform, the Q8F15A-HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD is configured as an automated global hot spare. When a flash module degrades or fails, the array instantly redirects writes to the spare SSD and triggers an autonomous rebuild. Benefit: reduces rebuild time from hours to minutes, preserves sub-millisecond I/O latency and ensures 24/7 trading operation continuity under strict SLAs.
High-Availability Analytics Workloads with Instant SSD Fail-Over
A retail enterprise running real-time inventory forecasting on HPE Nimble CS All-Flash arrays deploys the Q8F15A-HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD as a dedicated hot-spare drive. Upon any front-end SSD fault, the storage controller automatically engages the spare, maintaining consistent sub-millisecond throughput for BI queries during peak sale events. Benefit: prevents performance degradation, eliminates manual service windows and sustains data-driven decision-making without disruption.
Rapid Drive Replacement for Compliance-Driven Transaction Logs
A global banking institution leverages HPE Nimble Storage CS-Series All-Flash for secure transaction logging. By holding the Q8F15A-HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD on standby, IT teams can perform one-to-one hot-swap replacements within minutes of a drive alert. Benefit: meets stringent RTO and audit requirements, preserves end-to-end data integrity and minimizes downtime for compliance-critical financial records.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8F15A |  Q8D62A |  Q8D58A |  Q8D17A |  Q8D73A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | NAS | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 24-bay | 16-bay | 8-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 | 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 | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 350W | 350W | 500W | 500W | 500W |
| 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 | No | No | No | No |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8F15A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8D62A Storage Appliance | Q8D58A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8D17A Storage System | Q8D73A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 4.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 20 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 25 inches | 25 inches |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 75 lbs | 30 lbs | 30 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Henry Walsh
4
Integrated smoothly into existing storage.
J
Jason Morris
4
No rebuild issues encountered.
O
Owen Carter
4
Reliable option for production workloads.
K
Keith Harmon
4
Worked as expected.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD is an OEM-grade, hot-pluggable 2.5" SAS solid-state drive designed as a replacement for HPE Nimble Storage All Flash arrays, offering 960 GB of high-performance flash storage.
Which HPE storage systems are compatible with this SKU?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD is fully compatible with HPE Nimble Storage AF-Series and CS-Series arrays running HPE NimbleOS firmware.
What interface and form factor does this SSD use?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD uses a 12 Gb/s SAS interface in a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor.
What is the endurance rating of this 960GB SSD?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD features a 3 Full Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) endurance rating, ensuring reliable write performance over its warranty period.
How do I install the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD?
To install the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD, hot-swap the drive into an available 2.5" SAS bay in your Nimble Storage array following the HPE installation guide.
Is this spare part hot-swappable?
Yes. The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD is hot-swappable, allowing drive replacement without powering down or disrupting array operations.
What are the read/write performance specifications?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD delivers up to 33,000 sustained read IOPS and 6 GB/s throughput, optimized for mixed workload environments.
Does this SSD come with a warranty?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD is backed by HPE's standard three-year limited warranty when installed in a supported storage array.
Can I mix this SSD with other drive models in my array?
HPE recommends using identical drive models; mixing the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD with different capacity or interface drives may impact performance and support eligibility.
How do I verify the health status of the SSD?
Use the HPE Nimble Storage GUI or CLI to monitor real-time health metrics and predictive failure alerts for the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD.
What operating temperatures does the drive support?
The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD operates reliably between 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) in a controlled environment.
How long is the expected lifespan of this SSD?
With proper cooling and an average daily write workload, the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD can achieve up to five years of service life.
Is firmware preloaded on this spare SSD?
Yes. The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD ships with factory-tested firmware optimized for HPE Nimble Storage arrays.
How do I order replacement SSDs for my HPE system?
Order replacement drives through your HPE reseller or HPE’s official parts portal using SKU Q8F15A or the product part number for the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD.
What benefits does a spare SSD offer in an all-flash array?
Maintaining a spare SSD like the HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD ensures rapid drive replacement, minimizes downtime, and preserves performance levels in an HPE all-flash array.
Does this SSD support HPE InfoSight analytics?
Yes. The HPE NS CS/AF 960GB Spare SSD integrates with HPE InfoSight for predictive analytics, proactive maintenance, and performance optimization.