Name: Toshiba MG09SCP18TA Enterprise Capacity 18TB 7.2K SAS-12Gbps 3.5inch HDD
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: MG09SCP18TA
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Toshiba MG09SCP18TA 18TB 7,200 RPM 12Gb/s SAS 4Kn Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive provides a robust solution for enterprises seeking high-capacity and secure storage. Its substantial storage capacity, fast data transfer rates, and enhanced security features make it suitable for a wide range of applications, including cloud-scale storage, business-critical servers, and file and object storage systems. Integrating this HDD into your storage infrastructure can help manage large data volumes securely and efficiently.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	MG09SCP18TA

Technical Information
Capacity	18TB

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The Toshiba MG09SCP18TA is a high-capacity hard disk drive (HDD) designed for enterprise applications requiring substantial storage and robust security features. With an impressive 18 terabyte (TB) capacity and a spindle speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM), it delivers reliable performance for data-intensive tasks. The 12.0 Gbit/s SAS interface, combined with a 512 megabyte (MB) cache, ensures efficient data transfer and quick access times. As a Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) with 4Kn sector technology, it provides enhanced data security, making it suitable for environments where data protection is paramount. Its standard 3.5-inch form factor allows for easy integration into existing storage infrastructures. Key Features Massive Capacity: 18 TB of Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) capacity to store extensive data. High-Speed Performance: 7200 RPM spindle speed for efficient data retrieval. Advanced Interface: 12.0 Gbit/s SAS interface for rapid data transfer. Enhanced Cache: 512 MB cache to improve data access speeds. Data Security: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) with 4Kn sector technology to protect sensitive information. Reliable Operation: Designed for 24/7 enterprise workloads with a Mean Time To Failure (MTTF) of 2.5 million hours. Energy Efficiency: Low operating power consumption of 4.49W to reduce energy costs. Form Factor Compatibility: Standard 3.5-inch size for seamless integration into existing systems. The Toshiba MG09SCP18TA HDD is engineered to meet the demanding storage needs of modern enterprises, offering a combination of high capacity, speed, security, and reliability. Its features make it an excellent choice for applications requiring secure and efficient data storage solutions.

Use Cases
The Toshiba MG09SCP18TA 18TB SAS HDD is optimized for enterprise environments that demand high-capacity and secure storage solutions. It is particularly suited for data centers, cloud service providers, and organizations managing large-scale storage clusters requiring reliable, high-throughput access and data protection. How It's Used: Deployment in high-density rack servers for business-critical virtualization workloads in enterprise IT infrastructures. Integration within cloud-scale storage platforms handling extensive object and file storage for service providers. Use in data center archival systems requiring long-term, secure retention with self-encrypting drive capabilities. Support for high-performance computing environments that process large datasets with 12Gbps SAS interfaces for rapid data transfer. Implementation in hybrid storage arrays combining HDD and SSD tiers to optimize cost and performance balance in mid-sized enterprises. This HDD supports operational scalability and consistent performance essential for managing vast data volumes, while its encryption features help ensure compliance with data security policies. Its robustness facilitates efficient storage management in demanding enterprise-grade deployments.