HPE Storage File Controller – Q9D43A

REFURBISHED WITH A 90 DAY CCS WARRANTY!!!

Overview

The HPE Storage File Controller Q9D43A is a scalable and highly available enterprise file gateway designed to maximize the value of your existing SAN and storage array infrastructure. Built for seamless integration with HPE 3PAR, HPE Nimble, and HPE MSA storage environments, this solution enables efficient file sharing services for thousands of concurrent users and applications.

Designed for modern enterprise environments, the HPE Storage File Controller provides cluster-ready scalability, transparent failover, and cross-protocol file access while delivering the flexibility needed for virtualized, hybrid, and large-scale file-serving deployments.

Key Features

• Enterprise-class storage file controller gateway
• Supports HPE 3PAR, Nimble, and MSA storage arrays
• Highly available SAN-based file services
• Cluster-ready architecture
• Supports up to 8-node clusters
• Transparent failover capabilities
• Cross-protocol file sharing support
• Designed for enterprise scalability
• 4-port Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• Compact 1U rack-mountable design

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: HPE
• Model: Storage File Controller
• Product ID: Q9D43A
• Product Type: Gateway
• Condition: Refurbished
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable 1U

Networking

• Ports: 4 x Ethernet 1000
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Data Link Protocols: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
• Data Transfer Rate: 1 GBps

Storage & Scalability

• Supports HPE 3PAR storage arrays
• Supports HPE Nimble storage arrays
• Supports HPE MSA arrays
• Cluster support up to 8 nodes
• Transparent failover support
• Cross-protocol support for enterprise file sharing

Physical Specifications

• Width: 17.1 inches
• Depth: 27.8 inches
• Height: 1.7 inches
• Rack Height: 1U
• Color: Black / Silver

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise file sharing
• SAN file services
• Virtualized environments
• Hybrid storage deployments
• Large-scale user file access
• Microsoft ecosystem integration
• Application data storage
• High-availability file services

Why Choose HPE Storage File Controller Q9D43A?

• Delivers enterprise-grade centralized file services
• Leverages existing HPE SAN storage infrastructure investments
  
• Scalable architecture supports growing storage requirements
  
• High-availability features improve uptime and reliability
  
• Cluster-ready design enables flexible deployment options
  
• Ideal for centralized enterprise file-sharing environments
  
• Supports reliable and efficient data management
  
• Designed for flexible and scalable file-serving infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product refurbished?
Yes, this unit is refurbished and includes a 90 Day CCS Warranty.

What storage arrays are supported?
The controller supports HPE 3PAR, HPE Nimble, and HPE MSA storage arrays.

Does this support clustering?
Yes, it supports up to 8-node clustered configurations.

How many network ports are included?
The system includes 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports.

Is this a rack-mounted device?
Yes, it is a 1U rack-mountable appliance.

What environments is this best suited for?
It is ideal for enterprise SAN file services, virtualization, and scalable file-sharing deployments.