Toshiba · Enterprise
MG09ACA12TA
MG09 12TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
Check your options
An exact Amazon listing has not been verified for this model yet.
Compare alternatives ↓As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.The Toshiba MG09ACA12TA is a 12TB MG09 hard drive for server and enterprise storage, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | MG09ACA12TA |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 12 TB · 12000 GB |
| RPM | 7200 |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Cache (MiB) | 512 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Sector format | 4Kn |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 550 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 5 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 281 |
Source: Toshiba MG09 manufacturer specifications, pages 8. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- Up to 281 MB/s sustained transfer, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
- 550 TB/year workload rating. This is a workload limit, not a promise of drive lifespan or a backup guarantee.
Before ordering
Match MG09ACA12TA, 12TB and SATA 6 Gb/s against the selected offer. Check your system’s exact-model compatibility list and the seller’s warranty and return terms.
Amazon US listings
Exact model matches on Amazon.com. A verified ASIN identifies the product; it does not guarantee current stock. Check the selected variant, condition and seller.
No verified exact-model ASIN is linked yet. This does not establish whether the model is currently available. Compare the alternatives below and check their listings.
Same-capacity alternatives with Amazon US links
These models share the drive type, interface class and capacity. Compare their specifications and your system requirements before choosing a replacement.
Seagate · IronWolf
ST12000VNZ008
12TB · SATA 6 Gb/s · CMR
Compare with MG09ACA12TA →View on Amazon US ↗ASIN B08147LZFD · Check price and conditionSeagate · IronWolf
ST12000VN0007
12TB · SATA 6 Gb/s
Compare with MG09ACA12TA →View on Amazon US ↗ASIN B075X181C5 · Check price and conditionWestern Digital · WD Gold
WD122KRYZ
12TB · SATA 6Gb/s · CMR
Compare with MG09ACA12TA →View on Amazon US ↗ASIN B0DF93LR3N · Check price and conditionMG09ACA12TA questions answered
What connection does MG09ACA12TA need?
MG09ACA12TA uses SATA 6 Gb/s and a 3.5-inch form factor. Match both with the computer, controller or enclosure. An M.2 slot, 2.5-inch bay and 3.5-inch bay are not interchangeable.
How much usable space does MG09ACA12TA provide?
Its nominal capacity is 12000 GB, approximately 11175.9 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for MG09ACA12TA?
Manufacturer specification: 5 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.