HPE 3PAR StoreServ 3PAR StoreServ 8400
The HPE 3PAR StoreServ 8400 is a modular 2-node or 4-node enterprise storage system powered by the 3PAR Gen5 ASIC. Engineered for large enterprise consolidation, it supports hybrid rotational media and all-flash solid-state drives, providing up to 4PB of raw capacity, persistent cache architecture, and hardware-accelerated data reduction for high-throughput SAP, Oracle, and VMware environments.
Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
|---|---|
| Family | 3PAR StoreServ |
| Form factor | 4U rack enterprise array |
| Released | Aug 2015 |
| End of sale | Oct 2020 |
| End of support | Oct 2025 |
| Controller nodes | 2 or 4 active controller nodes |
| Form factor | 4U for 4-node configurations |
| Asic | 3PAR Gen5 ASIC |
| Max drives | Up to 576 SAS, NL-SAS, and SSD drives |
| Max raw capacity | Up to 4PB raw capacity |
| Connectivity | 16Gb FC, 10GbE iSCSI, and 10GbE FCoE |
| Data reduction | Hardware-accelerated inline deduplication and compression |
Generations
- Previous generation: HPE 3PAR StoreServ 3PAR StoreServ 7400c
- Next generation: HPE Primera 600
Check compatibility with HPE
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that HPE has tested with the HPE 3PAR StoreServ 3PAR StoreServ 8400.
- Compatibility HPE SPOCK (storage, SAN and host compatibility)
- Part lookup HPE PartSurfer (spare and option part numbers)
- Support HPE Support Center
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
Can an existing 2-node 8400 be upgraded to 4 nodes in production?
Yes, two additional controller nodes can be added online into the chassis without interrupting data path access or storage volumes.
What is the secondary market availability of 8400 parts?
Because of massive global deployment numbers, controllers, power supplies, and drive trays are widely available through certified refurbished hardware brokers.
Buying or selling 3PAR StoreServ 8400?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- HPE 3PAR StoreServ 8400 QuickSpecs (3PAR StoreServ 8400 QuickSpecs), checked 2026-10-27
- HPE 3PAR StoreServ 8400 Overview and Technical Specifications, checked 2026-10-27