Which HPE server models are compatible with this spare SSD?

This spare SSD is compatible with HPE ProLiant DL, ML, and BL series servers equipped with DFC or SAS storage controllers and U.2 drive bays.

How do I install the 480GB spare SSD in my server?

Align the drive with an empty U.2 bay, insert until it clicks, then update the controller firmware if prompted. The system automatically recognizes the new spare.

What endurance rating does this HPE spare SSD offer?

The drive is rated for 1 drive write per day (DWPD) over a 5-year period, ensuring durable write endurance for write-intensive workloads.

Does the SSD support hardware-based encryption?

Yes, the SSD features AES 256-bit hardware encryption and Secure Erase capabilities to protect data at rest and simplify secure decommissioning.

What warranty is provided with the HPE DFC 480GB Spare SSD?

The SSD includes a standard 3-year HPE limited warranty and free pre-failure replacement for any drive exhibiting SMART errors or failures.

What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) of this spare SSD?

The SSD has an MTBF of 2 million hours, reflecting its enterprise-grade reliability and low risk of unexpected downtime.

Does the drive require any firmware updates before use?

HPE recommends running the latest Smart Component firmware to ensure optimal compatibility and performance; update via HPE Smart Storage Administrator.

How does the DFC series differ from standard HPE SSDs?

The DFC series is factory-formatted for HPE DFC controllers, providing plug-and-play hot-spare functionality and tailored compatibility with DFC-enabled systems.

What operating temperature range does the SSD support?

The drive operates reliably between 0 °C and 60 °C (32 °F to 140 °F), suitable for standard data-center and edge-computing environments.

What is the typical power consumption of the 480GB spare SSD?

The SSD consumes approximately 3.5 W active and 0.5 W idle, optimizing energy efficiency in high-density server deployments.

Can this spare SSD be used in RAID configurations?

Yes, it can serve as a hot-spare in RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 arrays managed by HPE Smart Array controllers or DFC modules.

Where can I purchase a genuine HPE NS CS/AF/SF DFC 480GB Spare SSD?

Genuine HPE spare SSDs are available through authorized HPE resellers, the HPE Parts Store website, or by contacting HPE support for direct ordering.

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Q8F78A Overview

Q8F78A is a high-performance SAN storage system built for mission-critical enterprise data centers and virtualization environments. It features a 12-bay design that supports mixed drive types including SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD, delivering a total storage capacity of up to 256 TB with RAID levels such as RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. The system is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores, paired with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 RAM that is expandable to 64 GB.

Q8F78A offers versatile interface options including USB 3.2 ports, 10GbE and Fibre Channel network connectivity, and provides expansion support to accommodate future upgrades. With redundant power supply delivering 350W and active cooling for continuous operation, this SAN storage array is optimally designed for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.

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Q8F78A Specifications

Product Type: Storage System
Storage Type: SAN
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: 16 GB
Max RAM Capacity: 64 GB
RAM Type: DDR4
Network Ports: 10GbE / Fibre Channel
LAN Ports: 2
USB Ports: USB 3.2
Expansion Support: Yes
Cooling: Active
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: Q8F78A Enterprise SAN Storage Array
Height: 4 inches
Width: 17 inches
Depth: 29 inches
Weight: 35 lbs

Quality Certifications

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Product Comparison Table

	Q8F78A	Q8D74A	Q8F69A	Q8D72A	Q8D29A
Product Type	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System	Storage System
Storage Type	SAN	SAN	SAN	SAN	SAN
Form Factor	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount	Rackmount
Bay Count	12-bay	24-bay	8-bay	8-bay	8-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	1 PB	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	64 GB	64 GB	128 GB	128 GB	128 GB
RAM Type	DDR4	ECC DDR4	ECC DDR4	DDR4	DDR4
Network Ports	10GbE / Fibre Channel	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE	10GbE
LAN Ports	2	2	4	2	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	Active	Redundant Fan	Redundant Fan	Active	Active
Power Supply	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant	Redundant
Power Supply Wattage	350W	500W	750W	750W	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	Yes	Yes	No	No
Use Case	Enterprise Data Center	Enterprise Data Center	SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server	Enterprise Data Center	SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization
Product Name	Q8F78A Enterprise SAN Storage Array	Q8D74A Enterprise SAN Storage	Q8F69A Ultra Storage Appliance	Q8D72A High-Performance SAN Storage System	Q8D29A High Performance SAN Solution
Height	4 inches	4 inches	3.5 inches	3 inches	3.5 inches
Width	17 inches	17 inches	17.3 inches	17 inches	17.3 inches
Depth	29 inches	28 inches	15.0 inches	28 inches	27.56 inches
Weight	35 lbs	45 lbs	27 lbs	30 lbs	35 lbs

Reviews & Ratings

Daniel Pierce

Spare SSD restored capacity without complications.

Martin Ellis

Stable performance after replacement.

Stephen Ford

Good quality enterprise SSD.

Brian Keller

Installed easily and worked immediately.

George Nolan

Met expectations.

Questions & Answers

What is the HPE NS CS/AF/SF DFC 480GB Spare SSD?

The HPE NS CS/AF/SF DFC 480GB Spare SSD is a 2.5-inch, enterprise-grade solid-state drive designed as a hot-plug spare for HPE DFC-equipped servers, offering high performance and reliability.

Which interface and protocol does this 480GB spare SSD support?

This spare SSD uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface and supports the SCSI protocol, ensuring compatibility with HPE ProLiant and BladeSystem storage controllers.

What are the key performance specifications?

The drive delivers up to 1,200 MB/s sequential read and 550 MB/s sequential write speeds with a sustained 150 K IOPS random read and 30 K IOPS random write performance.

Is the HPE NS CS/AF/SF DFC 480GB Spare SSD hot-swappable?

Yes, the SSD is hot-swappable and can be inserted or removed while the server is powered on, minimizing downtime during service operations.

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Q8F78A Overview

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Q8F78A Specifications

Product Type

Storage System

Storage Type

SAN

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

Installed RAM

16 GB

Max RAM Capacity

64 GB

RAM Type

DDR4

Network Ports

10GbE / Fibre Channel

LAN Ports

USB Ports

USB 3.2

Expansion Support

Yes

Cooling

Active

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

Use Case

Enterprise Data Center

Product Name

Q8F78A Enterprise SAN Storage Array

Height

4 inches

Width

17 inches

Depth

29 inches

Weight

35 lbs