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- In Stock: 6
- Manufacturer: Nimble
- Model or Part: Q8H65A
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Nimble Q8H65A, also known as the HPE Storage AF40 Spare Controller, is a high performance replacement module designed to keep your enterprise storage arrays running at peak efficiency. Engineered for seamless integration with Nimble and HPE AF40 platforms, this controller provides instant failover capability, minimizing downtime and protecting critical data.
Key Features
- Hot pluggable design enables replacement without powering down the array
- Dual port SAS connectivity for high bandwidth and redundancy
- Advanced cache management with intelligent write back algorithms
- Integrated diagnostics that simplify troubleshooting and health monitoring
- Compatible with existing Nimble firmware releases to ensure smooth upgrades
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nimble
- Model/Part Number: Q8H65A
- Form factor: 2U rackmount
- Processor: Multi core ARM based controller CPU
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4 ECC RAM
- Cache: 1 TB NVDIMM cache module
- SAS interfaces: 2 x 12Gbps ports
- Power supply: Redundant 500W AC input
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 19.5 inches height, 17.5 inches width, 3.4 inches depth
Applications
- Enterprise data centers that require continuous availability for mission critical workloads
- Virtualization environments such as VMware and Hyper-V where storage latency must be minimized
- Backup and recovery systems that depend on reliable controller performance during peak I/O bursts
- High performance database platforms like Oracle, SQL Server and SAP HANA
- Hybrid cloud deployments that blend on premise storage with public cloud resources
This spare controller is an essential component for organizations looking to protect their investments in Nimble and HPE AF40 storage infrastructure while maintaining optimal performance and reliability.