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HP Q8D04A Nimble CS300 Hybrid Array Dual Controller Upgrade Kit
- Dual controller upgrade for HP Nimble CS300
- Enhances performance and throughput
- Provides high availability through redundancy
- Supports seamless integration with existing CS300 array
- Enables non-disruptive upgrade process
- Optimized for hybrid storage environments
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Storage Controller Upgrade Kit
- Model
- HP Nimble CS300
- Configuration
- Dual Controller
- Key Features
- High Availability, Performance Boost, Redundancy
- Vendor
- HP
- Storage Type
- Hybrid
Product details
The HP Q8D04A is a Nimble CS300 Hybrid Array Dual Controller Upgrade Kit. This kit allows for the enhancement of an existing CS300 hybrid storage array by adding a second controller, thereby increasing performance, availability, and redundancy.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Controller Upgrade Kit |
| Model | HP Nimble CS300 |
| Configuration | Dual Controller |
Additional Specifications
| Key Features | High Availability, Performance Boost, Redundancy |
| Vendor | HP |
| Storage Type | Hybrid |
Description
The HP Q8D04A is a crucial upgrade kit designed specifically for the HP Nimble CS300 Hybrid Array. This kit enables the transformation of a single-controller CS300 system into a dual-controller configuration, significantly enhancing its capabilities in terms of performance, availability, and data protection. By adding a second controller, the CS300 array gains active-active redundancy. This means that if one controller fails, the other can seamlessly take over all operations without interruption, ensuring continuous data access and application uptime. This high availability is critical for mission-critical workloads that cannot tolerate downtime. Furthermore, the dual-controller setup allows for load balancing of I/O operations across both controllers, leading to improved overall throughput and reduced latency. The upgrade process is designed to be non-disruptive, allowing organizations to implement this enhancement without taking their storage offline. This minimizes operational impact and ensures that business continues uninterrupted. The Q8D04A kit is an effective way to extend the life and capabilities of an existing Nimble CS300 hybrid storage investment, providing a cost-effective path to increased performance and resilience.
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