Brand: Toshiba · SKU: MG08SCA16TE · MPN: MG08SCA16TE · Category: Storage
The Toshiba MG08SCA16TE is a high-capacity 16TB enterprise-grade hard disk drive designed for cloud-scale server and storage infrastructure. It features an industry-leading 9-disk helium-sealed design that reduces aerodynamic drag and delivers a lower operational power profile, achieving superior storage density. Built with Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology, it ensures broad compatibility and high reliability for 24/7 operation. The drive operates at 7,200 RPM and is equipped with a 12.0 Gbit/s SAS interface and a massive 512MB cache for optimized data transfer speeds up to 262 MiB/s. With a workload rating of 550 total TB transferred per year and a Mean Time To Failure (MTTF) of 2.5 million hours, it is engineered for business-critical workloads, tiered storage, and data protection infrastructures. It utilizes 512e Advanced Format sector technology and includes Toshiba's Persistent Write Cache technology to prevent data loss during sudden power-loss events.
| MTTF | 2,500,000 hours |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16 TB |
| Interface | SAS-3 (12.0 Gbit/s) |
| Buffer Size | 512 MiB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Sector Format | 512e (Advanced Format) |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Workload Rating | 550 TB/year |
| Recording Technology | CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) |
| Sustained Transfer Speed | 262 MiB/s |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Weight | 720g |
| Dimensions | 101.85 x 26.1 x 147.0 mm |
The MG08 Series provides 16TB of conventional magnetic recording (CMR) capacity. The 9-disk helium-sealed design provides the storage density and power efficiency needed by cloud-scale and enterprise storage solution providers. The SAS 12.0 Gbit/s interface provides high performance and integrates easily into standard 3.5-inch drive bays.
Yes, this Toshiba Enterprise Capacity 16TB 3.5" 7200RPM 12Gb/s SAS 512MB Cache HDD (MG08SCA16TE) is 100% genuine Toshiba hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Toshiba Enterprise Capacity 16TB 3.5" 7200RPM 12Gb/s SAS 512MB Cache HDD includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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