Name: Toshiba MG04SCA20EN 2Tb 7.2k Nl Sas 12Gbps 512n 2.5inch Hot Swap Hdd
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: MG04SCA20EN
Price: 129.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Toshiba MG04SCA20EN 2TB 7,200 RPM 12Gb/s SAS 512n 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Disk Drive offers a combination of high capacity, efficient data management, and reliable performance. Its design caters to enterprise environments requiring dependable and swift storage solutions, making it a valuable asset for systems handling intensive workloads and demanding continuous operation.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	MG04SCA20EN

Technical Information
Capacity	2TB

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The Toshiba MG04SCA20EN is a high-capacity hard disk drive (HDD) designed for enterprise applications. With a storage capacity of 2 terabytes (TB) and a spindle speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM), it ensures efficient data access and retrieval, making it suitable for business-critical workloads. The 12.0 Gbit/s SAS interface provides dependable data transfer rates, enhancing overall system performance. Equipped with a 128 megabyte (MB) cache and utilizing 512n sector technology, this HDD effectively manages data, reducing latency and improving responsiveness. Its 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise systems. Key Features High Storage Capacity: 2 TB to accommodate extensive data storage needs. Fast Data Transfer: 12.0 Gbit/s SAS interface for reliable data access. Efficient Data Management: 128 MB cache and 512n sector technology for streamlined data processing. Reliable Performance: Designed for 24/7 operation with an annual workload rating of 550 TB transferred per year. Data Protection: Features Toshiba Persistent Write Cache Technology to safeguard data during sudden power-loss events. Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE): Option available to protect data from unintended disclosure when drives are repurposed or moved outside data center environments Enterprise Compatibility: 3.5-inch form factor suitable for various server and storage configurations. This HDD is engineered for mid-line and nearline business-critical workloads, tier 2 business-critical servers, and storage systems requiring high capacity per spindle. It is also ideal for capacity-optimized data center storage systems and applications that benefit from legacy 512 native sector technology.

Use Cases
The Toshiba MG04SCA20EN 2TB 3.5-inch HDD is primarily suited for enterprise-grade storage solutions where reliability and consistent performance under demanding workloads are critical. It is ideal for data centers and IT infrastructures requiring robust SAS interfaces for high-speed data throughput and hot swap capability for minimal downtime maintenance. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise storage arrays supporting virtualization and database applications requiring sustained high input/output operations. Integrated into rack-mounted servers within data centers to handle intensive transactional workloads and large-scale file storage. Utilized in backup and archival systems for SMB networks demanding reliable and scalable data retention solutions. Implemented in storage clusters for edge computing environments where fast SAS connectivity ensures efficient data processing close to source devices. Employed in remote office/server room setups to provide dependable, high-capacity storage that supports continuous business operations with minimal service interruptions. This hard drive enables organizations to maintain operational efficiency through its hot swap feature and consistent 7,200 RPM performance, facilitating scalable storage expansion and reducing system downtime. Its compatibility with 12Gb/s SAS infrastructures supports data-intensive workflows requiring both speed and reliability.