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Q8F79A Overview
Q8F79A is a SAN storage system that comes in a 12-bay configuration supporting SATA, SAS, SSD, and NVMe drives with a total storage capacity of up to 512 TB. The system supports multiple RAID levels—RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10—and is powered by an Intel Xeon processor featuring 8 cores paired with 16 GB of pre-installed DDR4 memory, which can be expanded to 64 GB.
Q8F79A offers versatile interfaces including USB 3.2 and 10GbE network ports, along with Fibre Channel connectivity for robust performance. The system also provides expansion support, redundant cooling via a redundant fan, and a redundant 500W power supply, making it ideal for SMB backup, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server use cases.
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Q8F79A 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
- 512 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
- LAN Ports
- 4
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- 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
- Q8F79A Storage System
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
Q8F79A Use Case
High-Availability Failover in Mission-Critical Virtualized Environments
Scenario: An enterprise virtualization cluster running tier-1 applications on HPE NS CS5000 storage pre-stages the Q8F79A-HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller for immediate swap-in on primary controller failure. Benefit: Enables sub-5-minute failover to maintain 99.99% uptime, eliminate unplanned downtime and uphold strict SLA commitments.
Accelerated Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Scenario: A data center replicating critical databases uses the Q8F79A-HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller on standby to replace faulty controllers in remote DR sites. Benefit: Reduces recovery time objective (RTO) to under 10 minutes, safeguards data integrity and ensures compliance with regulatory and internal continuity policies.
Seamless Controller Upgrades During Planned Maintenance
Scenario: An IT operations team performing a firmware and hardware refresh on HPE NS CS5000 arrays temporarily diverts I/O to the Q8F79A-HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller for live swap. Benefit: Achieves zero-downtime maintenance windows, boosts storage performance and mitigates service disruption during upgrades.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q8F79A |  Q8B73A |  Q8G63A |  Q8C98A |  Q8B64A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8-bay | 8-bay | 16-bay | 16-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 1 PB | 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 | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE / Fibre Channel |
| LAN Ports | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| 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 | Active | Redundant Fan | Active |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 750W | 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 | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization |
| Product Name | Q8F79A Storage System | Q8B73A Storage System | Q8G63A Enterprise SAN Storage | Q8C98A Enterprise Storage System | Q8B64A Enterprise SAN Storage |
| Height | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 4.5 inches |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 15 inches | 28 inches | 28 inches | 27 inches | 28.0 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs | 35 lbs | 45 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
E
Eric Wallace
4
Straightforward installation process.
C
Christopher Allen
5
No issues after deployment.
B
Brian Hughes
5
Reliable enterprise hardware.
S
Steven Parker
4
Met all expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller Q8F79A used for?
The HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller Q8F79A serves as a drop-in replacement for a failed controller in HPE NS CS5000 storage arrays, ensuring continuous data access and system availability.
Which HPE NS CS5000 models are compatible with the Q8F79A Spare Controller?
The Q8F79A Spare Controller is fully compatible with all HPE NS CS5000 Gen1 and Gen2 chassis models, supporting both hybrid and all-flash configurations.
How do I install the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller Q8F79A?
To install the Q8F79A, power down the array, extract the failed module, slide in the spare controller until it clicks, then power up and verify status in the management console.
What are the key benefits of using the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller?
Using the Q8F79A Spare Controller minimizes downtime, preserves data integrity during controller replacement, and maintains optimal performance and redundancy.
Does the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller support firmware upgrades?
Yes, the Q8F79A Spare Controller supports in-field firmware updates via the HPE Storage Management Utility to ensure full feature compatibility and security.
How can I verify the integrity of the Q8F79A Spare Controller before deployment?
Verify integrity by checking the serial number against HPE’s online database and running the built-in hardware diagnostics in the HPE Storage Management Utility.
What warranty coverage is provided with the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller Q8F79A?
The Q8F79A Spare Controller includes a one-year limited warranty, with options to extend coverage through HPE Foundation Care service plans.
How quickly can I replace a failed controller with the Q8F79A Spare Controller?
Controller replacement with the Q8F79A is designed to be completed in under 10 minutes, minimizing service interruption to your storage environment.
Can the Q8F79A Spare Controller be used with mixed drive types in the CS5000 array?
Yes, the Q8F79A Spare Controller is validated for use with both SAS and SATA drives in mixed or homogeneous configurations within the CS5000.
What performance impact should I expect after installing the spare controller?
After installation, the Q8F79A Spare Controller immediately restores full I/O throughput and latency characteristics to match the original controller’s performance.
Are there firmware version requirements for the Q8F79A Spare Controller?
Yes, HPE recommends running the latest CS5000 firmware version, available from the HPE Support Center, to ensure seamless integration with the Q8F79A Spare Controller.
How do I troubleshoot installation issues with the Q8F79A Spare Controller?
If installation issues arise, reference the HPE CS5000 troubleshooting guide, verify firmware compatibility, and check hardware error logs in the management console.
What technical support options are available for the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller?
HPE offers global support via phone, email, and the HPE Support Center portal, plus optional Proactive Care services for advanced monitoring and rapid issue resolution.
Is the Q8F79A Spare Controller hot-swappable in the HPE NS CS5000 array?
No, the HPE NS CS5000 requires a brief power-down to safely replace the Q8F79A Spare Controller and preserve data consistency.
How do I order genuine HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controllers?
Order the Q8F79A Spare Controller through authorized HPE channel partners or via the HPE Parts Store using the SKU Q8F79A for guaranteed authenticity.
What power specifications does the HPE NS CS5000 Spare Controller require?
The Q8F79A Spare Controller draws 30W at 12VDC and operates within a 0°C to 40°C ambient temperature range, matching standard CS5000 power modules.
Does the Q8F79A Spare Controller require additional rack mounting accessories?
No additional accessories are needed; the Q8F79A Spare Controller installs directly into the designated controller bay of any HPE NS CS5000 chassis.