Toshiba MG Series Enterprise Capacity Hard Drive
Summary
The Toshiba MG Series 8TB Enterprise Capacity Hard Drive delivers the reliability and performance required for demanding surveillance and data storage applications. Engineered for continuous 24/7 operation, this drive provides the capacity and durability needed to keep centralised storage systems running without interruption.
Available with either SATA 6Gbit/s or SAS 12Gbit/s interface options, the 8TB model features a large 512MB cache and high spindle speeds of 7,200 rpm. With an impressive workload rating of 550TB per year and persistent write cache technology, the drive ensures optimal performance for surveillance data analysis and professional enterprise storage environments.
Built with air-filled CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) technology and backed by a comprehensive 5-year warranty, this enterprise-class hard drive offers exceptional reliability with a Mean Time To Failure (MTTF) of 2 million hours, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical storage applications.
Features
- 8TB storage capacity for extensive surveillance data retention
- 7,200 rpm spindle speed for fast data access
- 512MB cache buffer for enhanced performance
- 550TB/year workload rating for intensive applications
- Persistent Write Cache Technology for data integrity
- 24/7 operational capability for continuous recording
- Choice of SATA 6Gbit/s or SAS 12Gbit/s interfaces
- 281MB/s sustained data transfer rate
- Air-filled design with CMR recording technology
- SIE/SED security options available
- 512e advanced format with flexible block size
- 2 million hours MTTF for exceptional reliability
- Low unrecoverable error rate of 1 in 1016
- Energy-efficient operation at approximately 10W
- 5-year manufacturer warranty
- 3.5-inch form factor for standard enterprise installation
FAQ
What is the difference between the SATA and SAS versions of the 8TB drive?
The primary difference is the interface speed and typical use case. The SAS version (MG10SDA800E) operates at 12Gbit/s and is designed for business-critical storage applications requiring higher performance and redundancy. The SATA version (MG10ADA800E) operates at 6Gbit/s and is ideal for mainstream server and storage, hyperscale, and cloud storage environments. Both versions offer the same 8TB capacity, 7,200 rpm speed, and 5-year warranty.
Is this drive suitable for 24/7 surveillance recording?
Yes, the Toshiba MG Series 8TB drive is specifically designed for continuous 24/7 operation. With a workload rating of 550TB per year and persistent write cache technology, it’s engineered to handle the constant write demands of surveillance systems. The drive’s 2 million hour MTTF and 5-year warranty provide the reliability required for uninterrupted surveillance storage.
What type of storage systems is this drive compatible with?
The 8TB MG Series drive is compatible with centralised surveillance data storage systems, archive and data recovery systems, industrial server and storage systems, and enterprise storage arrays. The 3.5-inch form factor and standard SATA/SAS interfaces ensure compatibility with most enterprise-grade storage infrastructure.
What does the 550TB/year workload rating mean?
The 550TB/year workload rating indicates the amount of data that can be written to the drive annually whilst maintaining optimal performance and reliability. This high workload capacity makes the drive suitable for intensive applications such as continuous surveillance recording and enterprise data storage where large volumes of data are written daily.
What security features are available?
The MG Series 8TB drive is available with SIE (Sanitize Instant Erase) and SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) security options. These features provide enhanced data protection, allowing for instant secure erasure of data and hardware-based encryption to safeguard sensitive information stored on the drive.
Specifications
- Capacity: 8TB (8,000GB)
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Interface Options: SATA 6Gbit/s or SAS 12Gbit/s
- Spindle Speed: 7,200 rpm
- Cache Buffer: 512MB
- Recording Technology: CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording)
- Fill Gas: Air
- Block Size: 512e (Advanced Format)
- Data Transfer Rate (Sustained): 281MB/s
- Workload Rating: 550TB/year
- Operating Power (Typical): 10.5W (SAS) / 10.1W (SATA)
- Mean Time To Failure (MTTF): 2 million hours
- Unrecoverable Error Rate: 1 in 1016
- Security Options: SIE/SED available
- Warranty: 5 years
- Operating Temperature: 24/7 continuous operation rated
- Model Numbers: MG10ADA800E (SATA)
Downloads
- Datasheet (Adobe PDF)
Additional information
| Device Type | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8TB, 10TB |