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Q8F70A Overview
Q8F70A is a high-performance NAS system engineered for enterprise storage needs, featuring 12 drive bays that support mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD with a total storage capacity of up to 256 TB and robust RAID configurations such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. It is purpose-built for demanding environments where data reliability and speed are paramount.
Q8F70A is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes with 8 GB of DDR4 memory pre-installed, offering expandability up to 128 GB for enhanced performance. Equipped with interfaces like USB 3.2 and 10GbE network ports, along with expansion support, redundant cooling via redundant fans, and a redundant power supply rated at 350W, this system is ideally suited for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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Q8F70A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-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
- 8 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- 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
- Q8F70A Enterprise NAS Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
Q8F70A Use Case
Seamless High-Availability Storage with Q8F70A-HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller
In a 24x7 enterprise data center powering real-time financial transactions, the Q8F70A-HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller acts as a hot-standby for the primary storage controller. On failure, it automatically takes over I/O processing with zero intervention, ensuring uninterrupted access and compliance with 99.999% uptime SLAs.
Zero-Downtime Firmware Updates and Maintenance
A managed service provider uses the Q8F70A-HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller to perform quarterly firmware upgrades on its storage arrays without service interruptions. By hot-swapping controllers, maintenance tasks complete while applications remain online, eliminating maintenance windows and preserving continuous SLA adherence.
Rapid Remote-Site Disaster Recovery and RTO Acceleration
In a remote manufacturing facility with mission-critical production data, an on-site Q8F70A-HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller enables immediate replacement of a failed controller. This rapid failover capability reduces recovery time objectives (RTO) from days to under an hour, ensuring business continuity and minimizing operational risk.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8F70A |  Q8E95A |  Q8F64A |  Q8D45A |  Q8C96A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 12-bay | 12-bay | 16-bay | 24-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 256 TB | 256 TB | 512 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 | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE / Fibre Channel |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.1 | 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 | 750W | 500W | 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 | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Use Case | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q8F70A Enterprise NAS Storage System | Q8E95A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8F64A | Q8D45A Enterprise SAN Storage System | Q8C96A Enterprise Storage System |
| Height | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Depth | 28 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 25 inches | 25.0 inches |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Areeba Shah
4
System recognized hardware instantly.
M
Mads Poulsen
5
Smooth replacement process.
T
Tahir Mehmood
5
Important redundancy component.
P
Philip Grant
4
Dependable spare controller.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
The HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller is a direct replacement controller module for HPE NS CS235 storage arrays, designed to ensure high availability and rapid recovery in enterprise SAN environments.
What are the primary features of the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
Key features include dual active-active controllers, 12Gb SAS host ports, dual 10GbE network interfaces, 16GB cache per controller, and a hot-swappable design for non-disruptive maintenance.
Is the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller compatible with existing HPE NS CS235 storage systems?
Yes, the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller is fully compatible with all HPE NS CS235 storage arrays and can be used as a direct drop-in replacement for failed or degraded controllers.
How do I install the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
Power down the array, remove the failed controller, insert the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller into the designated controller slot, secure it until it clicks, power on the array, and verify status via the management console.
What are the hardware specifications of the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
The controller features dual Intel Xeon processors, 16GB ECC cache, dual 12Gb SAS host ports, dual 10GbE network ports, and dual redundant 220W hot-plug power supplies.
Can the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller support high-availability configurations?
Yes, it supports active-active clustering and automatic failover within the CS235 array, delivering uninterrupted service and minimal downtime.
How does the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller improve storage performance?
By leveraging 12Gb SAS connectivity and 16GB cache per controller, it reduces I/O latency and boosts throughput, enabling up to 1.2 million IOPS in optimized workloads.
What warranty coverage is provided with the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
The controller includes a one-year hardware warranty, with optional three- to five-year extensions available through HPE Care Pack services.
How can I troubleshoot issues with the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
Review the controller LEDs, run diagnostics via the HPE management console, consult the HPE Support Center knowledge base for error codes, and replace the controller if hardware faults persist.
Where can I purchase the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
You can purchase the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller from authorized HPE resellers, solution providers, or directly through the HPE online store.
What is the typical lead time for delivery of the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
Standard lead time is three to five business days, subject to stock availability at authorized distributors and regional shipping conditions.
Does the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller support firmware updates?
Yes, firmware updates are supported via the HPE Array Management Console or Service Pack for ProLiant, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
What maintenance procedures are recommended for the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
Perform quarterly firmware checks, monitor controller health through the management interface, and schedule proactive controller replacements before the end-of-life date.
What technical support options are available for the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller?
HPE provides 24/7 phone support, web-based chat, and an online support portal through HPE Support Center, with extended coverage options via Care Pack services.
Can I integrate the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller with third-party storage solutions?
Yes, the controller integrates with standard iSCSI and Fibre Channel SAN environments, and is certified for use with VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and leading backup software.
Which certifications and compliance standards does the HPE NS CS235 Spare Controller meet?
The controller complies with RoHS, REACH, FCC Class A, CE, UL safety standards, and meets ISO 9001 quality management requirements.