MG08SCA16TE - Toshiba 16TB SAS Hard Drive 12GBPS 7.2K RPM 512E, Refurbished
Warranty: Lifetime
Capacity: 16TB
When it comes to storage solutions, the capacity of a hard drive plays a crucial role in determining its usefulness. In the case of the Toshiba MG08SCA16TE SAS Hard Drive, users can enjoy 16TB capacity. This massive storage space opens up endless possibilities for individuals and businesses alike.
Detailed Specifications of Toshiba HDD
Product Overview
- Manufacturer: Toshiba
- Part Number: MG08SCA16TE
- Product Name: 16TB 3.5-inch SAS 7200RPM
- Drive Type: Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Technical Specifications
- Storage Capacity: 16TB, suitable for large-scale data storage needs
- Interface Type: SAS 12Gbps, ensuring high-speed data access
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM for consistent performance and fast data retrieval
- Buffer Size: 512MB cache for improved read and write speeds
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch, ideal for desktop and server environments
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2,500,000 hours, indicating high reliability and longevity
Condition: Refurbished
Power Consumption
- Operational Power Use: 8.12W during typical workloads, balancing performance and efficiency
Physical Dimensions
- Width: 101.85 mm for a standard 3.5-inch drive bay
- Height: 26.1 mm, compact design for easy integration
- Length: 147.0 mm, fitting into various storage arrays and enclosures
Performance Highlights
- High Capacity: 16TB storage, catering to data-heavy applications like databases, backups, and media storage
- Optimized for Speed: 7200 RPM spindle speed combined with 12Gbps SAS interface, enhancing data throughput
- Large Cache Buffer: 512MB cache memory, boosting read and write operations for smoother performance
Reliability and Durability
- MTBF: 2.5 million hours, designed for continuous operation in demanding environments
- Power Efficiency: 8.12W power draw during active use, balancing high performance with energy consumption
Use Case: Solving Common Storage Challenges
This drive addresses three common enterprise storage needs: expanding usable 3.5in LFF capacity in existing arrays without a full chassis replacement, replacing failed drives in Dell, HPE, or Cisco UCS bays at well below OEM pricing, and providing bulk near-line storage for backup targets, media archives, surveillance/NVR systems, and cold-data tiers where 7200 RPM performance and 12Gb/s SAS throughput are sufficient.
Cross-Brand Drive Compatibility
Same drive class: 16TB, SAS 12Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512e, 3.5in LFF, CMR
| Brand | Model / Part Number | Notes |
| Toshiba (this drive) | MG08SCA16TE | 512MB cache, helium-sealed, 2.5M-hr MTBF |
| Western Digital / HGST Ultrastar DC HC550 | WUH721816ALE6L4 (OEM 0F38462) | Spec-for-spec match |
| Seagate Exos X16 | ST16000NM002G | 512e/4Kn FastFormat, 256MB cache |
Server Platform Option Part Numbers
Same drive class used across these chassis (16TB / SAS 12G / 7.2K / 512e / 3.5in LFF)
| Server Platform | Option/Spare Part Number | Caddy/Tray Note |
| Dell PowerEdge (13G-16G) | 400-BJLE / 400-BJKS / 400-BJKN | Requires Dell drive tray |
| HPE ProLiant / Apollo / MSA | P23608-B21 (LP), P23863-B21 (SC), P21581-001 (MSA) | Requires HPE tray |
| Cisco UCS S3260 / C-Series | UCS-S3260-HD16T / UCS-HD16T7KL4KN= | Requires Cisco carrier |
Note: OEM-branded drives (Dell, HPE, Cisco) ship with vendor-specific firmware for backplane signaling, drive health reporting, and RAID controller integration. This Toshiba MG08SCA16TE is electrically and mechanically compatible with the same SAS 12Gb/s, 3.5in LFF, 512e bays used across these platforms. Confirm your RAID controller supports generic/non-OEM drives (or use HBA/JBOD mode) if OEM firmware validation is required.
Capacity: 16TB
When it comes to storage solutions, the capacity of a hard drive plays a crucial role in determining its usefulness. In the case of the Toshiba MG08SCA16TE SAS Hard Drive, users can enjoy 16TB capacity. This massive storage space opens up endless possibilities for individuals and businesses alike.
Detailed Specifications of Toshiba HDD
Product Overview
- Manufacturer: Toshiba
- Part Number: MG08SCA16TE
- Product Name: 16TB 3.5-inch SAS 7200RPM
- Drive Type: Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Technical Specifications
- Storage Capacity: 16TB, suitable for large-scale data storage needs
- Interface Type: SAS 12Gbps, ensuring high-speed data access
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM for consistent performance and fast data retrieval
- Buffer Size: 512MB cache for improved read and write speeds
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch, ideal for desktop and server environments
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2,500,000 hours, indicating high reliability and longevity
Condition: Refurbished
Power Consumption
- Operational Power Use: 8.12W during typical workloads, balancing performance and efficiency
Physical Dimensions
- Width: 101.85 mm for a standard 3.5-inch drive bay
- Height: 26.1 mm, compact design for easy integration
- Length: 147.0 mm, fitting into various storage arrays and enclosures
Performance Highlights
- High Capacity: 16TB storage, catering to data-heavy applications like databases, backups, and media storage
- Optimized for Speed: 7200 RPM spindle speed combined with 12Gbps SAS interface, enhancing data throughput
- Large Cache Buffer: 512MB cache memory, boosting read and write operations for smoother performance
Reliability and Durability
- MTBF: 2.5 million hours, designed for continuous operation in demanding environments
- Power Efficiency: 8.12W power draw during active use, balancing high performance with energy consumption
Use Case: Solving Common Storage Challenges
This drive addresses three common enterprise storage needs: expanding usable 3.5in LFF capacity in existing arrays without a full chassis replacement, replacing failed drives in Dell, HPE, or Cisco UCS bays at well below OEM pricing, and providing bulk near-line storage for backup targets, media archives, surveillance/NVR systems, and cold-data tiers where 7200 RPM performance and 12Gb/s SAS throughput are sufficient.
Cross-Brand Drive Compatibility
Same drive class: 16TB, SAS 12Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512e, 3.5in LFF, CMR
| Brand | Model / Part Number | Notes |
| Toshiba (this drive) | MG08SCA16TE | 512MB cache, helium-sealed, 2.5M-hr MTBF |
| Western Digital / HGST Ultrastar DC HC550 | WUH721816ALE6L4 (OEM 0F38462) | Spec-for-spec match |
| Seagate Exos X16 | ST16000NM002G | 512e/4Kn FastFormat, 256MB cache |
Server Platform Option Part Numbers
Same drive class used across these chassis (16TB / SAS 12G / 7.2K / 512e / 3.5in LFF)
| Server Platform | Option/Spare Part Number | Caddy/Tray Note |
| Dell PowerEdge (13G-16G) | 400-BJLE / 400-BJKS / 400-BJKN | Requires Dell drive tray |
| HPE ProLiant / Apollo / MSA | P23608-B21 (LP), P23863-B21 (SC), P21581-001 (MSA) | Requires HPE tray |
| Cisco UCS S3260 / C-Series | UCS-S3260-HD16T / UCS-HD16T7KL4KN= | Requires Cisco carrier |
Note: OEM-branded drives (Dell, HPE, Cisco) ship with vendor-specific firmware for backplane signaling, drive health reporting, and RAID controller integration. This Toshiba MG08SCA16TE is electrically and mechanically compatible with the same SAS 12Gb/s, 3.5in LFF, 512e bays used across these platforms. Confirm your RAID controller supports generic/non-OEM drives (or use HBA/JBOD mode) if OEM firmware validation is required.