HDD Toshiba 16 TB 3,5 pollici SAS MG09

The Toshiba MG09 16 TB 3.5" SAS enterprise hard drive provides 16 TB of conventional magnetic recording (CMR) capacity in a 3.5-inch, 7200 RPM form factor. Based on Toshiba's third-generation helium-sealed, 9-disk design and FC‑MAMR technology, this internal HDD is built for integration into cloud-scale storage, file and object storage systems, and business-critical servers where high capacity and enterprise compatibility are required.

Advantages

The MG09SCA16TE delivers high areal density using Flux Control Microwave Assisted Magnetic Recording (FC‑MAMR), enabling 2 TB per platter and a total of 16 TB in standard 3.5-inch hardware. The drive is available with a SAS interface for reliable, high-throughput connection and operates at 7200 RPM to support demanding data-access patterns. Helium-sealed construction and enterprise-grade design provide improved reliability and suitability for large-scale storage deployments.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers and storage arrays requiring high-capacity drives
• File and object storage systems in data centers
• Cloud-scale storage infrastructures
• Backup and archival systems with high-density storage needs

Key specifications

• Brand: Toshiba
• Model / MPN: MG09SCA16TE
• Capacity: 16,000 GB (16 TB)
• Form factor: 3.5"
• Rotational speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: SAS (12.0 Gbit/s compatible models in MG09 family; check exact SKU)
• Technology: Helium-sealed, FC‑MAMR (Flux Control Microwave Assisted Magnetic Recording)

How to use

Install the Toshiba MG09 3.5" SAS drive into a compatible 3.5-inch drive bay or server/storage chassis following the chassis manufacturer's installation instructions. Connect the drive to a SAS controller or compatible host bus adapter, configure RAID or storage volumes as required by your environment, and initialize the drive in your operating system or storage management software. Observe standard ESD precautions and ensure firmware and drivers are up to date for optimal interoperability.

Recommendations

Use this enterprise HDD in storage systems designed for 7200 RPM SAS drives and within operating conditions specified by Toshiba. For large-scale deployments, verify cooling, vibration tolerance, and RAID configuration to maximize reliability and lifetime. Consult Toshiba documentation for firmware updates and compatibility notes.