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Q8F69A Overview
Q8F69A is a SAN storage system featuring an 8-bay design that supports Mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, delivering a total storage capacity of 256 TB. It supports multiple RAID levels including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 while being powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 16 GB of pre-installed memory that can be expanded up to 128 GB using ECC DDR4 modules.
The system integrates interfaces such as USB 3.2 and 10GbE Ethernet, and it includes 4 LAN ports for enhanced network support. With expansion support, a redundant cooling system using redundant fans, and a redundant 750W power supply, Q8F69A is ideally suited for use in SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server deployments.
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Q8F69A 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
- 256 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
- Yes
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Product Name
- Q8F69A Ultra Storage Appliance
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 15.0 inches
- Weight
- 27 lbs
Q8F69A Use Case
Rapid Failover in Enterprise Data Centers with Q8F69A-HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller
In a global e-commerce data center, the Q8F69A spare controller is pre-staged on CS260G arrays to enable automatic hot-swap during controller failure. Outcome: Achieves sub-30-second failover and sustains 99.99% service availability under peak transaction loads.
Edge Data Resilience for Retail Chains Using Q8F69A-HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller
A multinational retail chain deploys Q8F69A spare controllers in CS240G edge clusters to swiftly replace faulty units at remote stores. Outcome: Maintains continuous point-of-sale operations, prevents revenue loss, and ensures local transactional integrity without on-site technical support.
Regulatory-Compliant Backup Restoration in Financial Services with Q8F69A-HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller
A financial trading firm integrates Q8F69A spare controllers on CS220G storage arrays to guarantee rapid controller swaps during scheduled backups and audits. Outcome: Delivers sub-minute recovery, preserves data-at-rest encryption keys, and meets stringent uptime and compliance mandates.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8F69A |  Q8G63A |  Q8B81A |  Q8B73A |  Q8B56A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | NAS |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 8-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 8-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 | 256 TB | 256 TB | 256 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 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 | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | 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 | 750W | 500W | 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 | No | No | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | Q8F69A Ultra Storage Appliance | Q8G63A Enterprise SAN Storage | Q8B81A Enterprise Storage System | Q8B73A Storage System | Q8B56A Enterprise NAS Storage System |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 15.0 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28.0 inches |
| Weight | 27 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rida Qureshi
4
System recognized hardware immediately.
K
Klaus Berger
4
Helped minimize outage time.
A
Arslan Younis
5
Good spare for redundancy planning.
P
Paul Denton
4
Reliable controller replacement.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller (SKU Q8F69A)?
The HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller (SKU Q8F69A) is a hot-swappable replacement module designed to maintain high availability and seamless failover in HPE StoreOnce Backup System nodes.
Which HPE storage platforms is SKU Q8F69A compatible with?
SKU Q8F69A is fully compatible with HPE StoreOnce Backup Systems CS220G, CS240G and CS260G nodes, ensuring plug-and-play integration and hardware consistency.
What are the key features of the HPE NS CS spare controller?
Key features include hot-swappable design, redundant controller failover, integrated management interface and support for high-speed SAS and Ethernet connectivity.
How does the HPE NS spare controller enhance system reliability?
By providing redundant controller failover and automated heartbeat monitoring, it ensures continuous operation and minimizes downtime during hardware maintenance.
Can I hot-swap the HPE NS CS spare controller without downtime?
Yes, the spare controller supports hot-swap replacement, allowing you to replace a failed controller without shutting down the storage node.
What network and storage interfaces does the Q8F69A controller support?
The controller supports dual 10GbE iSCSI/RoCE ports and high-performance SAS ports for direct attachment to disk enclosures, ensuring flexible connectivity.
How do I install the HPE NS CS220G/CS240G/CS260G Spare Controller?
Power down the node if required, slide the spare controller into the empty controller slot, secure the latches, and power on the system to auto-detect the new module.
What warranty covers the HPE spare controller SKU Q8F69A?
SKU Q8F69A is backed by a one-year hardware warranty with optional HPE Care Pack services for extended coverage and onsite response.
Do I need to update the firmware on controller Q8F69A?
Yes, always verify and update to the latest HPE system firmware via HPE iLO or SSMC to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.
How can I verify successful installation of the spare controller?
Check the HPE system health LED on the front panel and confirm controller status in HPE System Management Homepage or HPE StoreOnce Management Console.
Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS spare controller (SKU Q8F69A)?
You can purchase SKU Q8F69A through authorized HPE channel partners, HPE’s online storefront, or select enterprise IT resellers.
How do I maintain the HPE NS CS spare controller?
Keep firmware up to date, monitor health alerts regularly, and perform preventative inspections to ensure optimal controller operation.
How do I troubleshoot common errors with SKU Q8F69A?
Refer to HPE support documentation for LED diagnostic codes, review system event logs in iLO, and run HPE Insight Diagnostics for guided resolution.
Are there any licensing requirements for the HPE NS spare controller?
No additional software licenses are required; the spare controller functionality is included within the base StoreOnce system licensing.
What is the difference between the CS220G, CS240G and CS260G controllers?
Differences lie in throughput and capacity: CS220G supports up to 32TB, CS240G up to 48TB, and CS260G up to 80TB with varying data ingestion rates.
What are the dimensions and power requirements of the Q8F69A controller?
The controller measures 44.45 mm × 411 mm× 592.5 mm (H×W×D) and draws approximately 250 W under full load from the node’s redundant power supplies.
Where can I find technical support for the HPE NS CS spare controller?
Technical support is available 24×7 via HPE Support Center, including firmware downloads, knowledge base articles and direct assistance from HPE experts.