Toshiba · Enterprise
MG09SCA18TA
MG09 18TB
SAS 12 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
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Compare alternatives ↓As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.The Toshiba MG09SCA18TA is a 18TB MG09 hard drive for server and enterprise storage, using SAS 12 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | MG09SCA18TA |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 18 TB · 18000 GB |
| RPM | 7200 |
| Interface | SAS 12 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 5. 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.
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What connection does MG09SCA18TA need?
MG09SCA18TA uses SAS 12 Gb/s. It needs a compatible SAS controller or backplane; a standard motherboard SATA port cannot run it.
How much usable space does MG09SCA18TA provide?
Its nominal capacity is 18000 GB, approximately 16763.8 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for MG09SCA18TA?
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.