Toshiba MG09ACA16TE 16TB 3.5" SATA CMR Internal Hard Drive

Designed for enterprises facing rapid data growth, the Toshiba MG09ACA16TE 16TB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive is engineered to deliver dependable, high-density storage for data centers, cloud services, and mission-critical applications. This enterprise-grade HDD blends massive capacity with robust reliability and efficient throughput to support data-intensive workloads such as virtualization, databases, backups, and long-term archives. Built around Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology, it provides consistent performance under sustained I/O and mixed-read/write patterns, making it a trusted backbone for RAID arrays and large-scale storage pools. The 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with standard server trays and NAS/RAID controllers, enabling straightforward integration into existing infrastructures. With SATA (SATA/600) connectivity, the MG09ACA16TE offers broad compatibility across servers and storage systems while delivering energy-efficient operation and reliable endurance for round-the-clock workloads. In short, this drive is designed to reduce total cost of ownership by consolidating capacity, improving throughput, and extending the usable life of your storage infrastructure.

• Ultra-high capacity for data growth — The MG09ACA16TE consolidates choicest enterprise storage into a single 16 TB drive. This density supports large databases, virtualization hosts, data warehouses, and multi-site backups, enabling you to scale storage without proliferating disk racks. The high capacity helps reduce the total number of spindles required in RAID arrays, lowers energy consumption per terabyte, and simplifies storage management by reducing the complexity of capacity planning and drive provisioning. The result is fewer maintenance cycles, lower operational overhead, and improved data protection through larger, more resilient storage pools. By combining large capacity with enterprise-level firmware optimizations, Toshiba ensures sustained throughput for both sequential and random I/O tasks, even during peak usage windows.
• Enterprise-grade reliability for 24/7 workloads — The MG09ACA16TE is built to operate continuously in data centers, retaining data integrity and performance across long duty cycles. It uses rugged platters, a robust internal mechanism, and Toshiba's firmware designed to handle multi-user environments. This drive is suited for virtualization clusters, business-critical databases, and backup systems that require consistent resilience against write/read bursts. In addition, it includes advanced error correction, stable power management, and optimized motion control to minimize seek times and maintain steady performance across arrays. The result is predictable uptime and sustained service quality for workloads that cannot tolerate unexpected pauses or slowdowns.
• CMR technology for consistent performance — Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) is a proven method that supports reliable, high-throughput write operations across sustained workloads, avoiding the performance penalties associated with some SMR drives in mixed read/write scenarios. For virtualization, databases, and I/O-intensive applications, CMR maintains faster random access, reduces write amplification, and supports larger write queues. This makes the MG09ACA16TE a strong choice for RAID configurations and dense storage pools where performance consistency matters most. The drive is engineered to deliver predictable latency and throughput, ensuring that your applications meet quality-of-service targets even as data volumes grow.
• Broad compatibility with 3.5" SATA systems — With a standard 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA (SATA/600) interface, this drive is compatible with a wide range of servers, workstations, NAS enclosures, and enterprise controllers. It fits easily into standard drive bays in data-center racks and supports hot-swap or static configurations depending on the enclosure. The SATA interface provides up to 6 Gb/s of throughput, making it straightforward to integrate into existing storage ecosystems without specialized adapters. Whether you’re refreshing aging shelves, expanding a RAID array, or building a new storage cluster, the MG09ACA16TE offers a plug-and-play path to higher capacity and robust performance.
• Designed for data-center workloads — Beyond capacity, Toshiba has engineered the MG09ACA16TE for the realities of modern data centers: continuous operation, long-term reliability, energy-conscious performance, and straightforward management. This drive is built to withstand the rigors of enterprise deployments, including multi-drive arrays and high-availability architectures. Features like firmware-level reliability enhancements and consistent thermal performance help reduce failure rates and minimize maintenance downtime. Use cases include large-scale backups, archival storage, virtualization hosts, streaming media libraries, and database storage, where dependable throughput and stable long-term operation are essential for meeting business objectives.

Technical Details of Toshiba MG09ACA16TE

• Model: MG09ACA16TE
• Capacity: 16 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch internal HDD
• Interface: SATA (SATA/600)
• Recording Technology: Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR)
• Drive Type: Internal Hard Drive
• Designed for: Enterprise-grade, 24/7 operation in data centers

How to install Toshiba MG09ACA16TE

• Power down and unplug the host system; locate an available 3.5" drive bay or backplane slot compatible with your chassis and enclosure.
• Mount the MG09ACA16TE into the drive bay using appropriate screws or a tool-less tray, ensuring proper alignment and clearance for airflow and cooling.
• Connect the SATA data cable and the SATA power connector. Route cables to avoid interference with fans and other components.
• Power on the system and enter the RAID controller BIOS or operating system storage manager. Initialize the new drive or add it to an existing array as required by your storage design; set as a new volume if needed.
• Format and partition the drive within the host OS or storage controller, then configure monitoring and SMART alerts. Update firmware if recommended by Toshiba and verify health and performance through your management tools.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this drive offer? A: 16 TB of storage capacity in a 3.5-inch internal HDD.
• Q: What interface does it use? A: SATA (SATA/600) up to 6 Gb/s, suitable for standard servers and RAID controllers.
• Q: Does it use CM R technology? A: Yes, Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) for consistent performance under heavy I/O.
• Q: Is it suitable for data-center workloads? A: Yes. It is designed for enterprise environments requiring high capacity, reliability, and steady throughput for virtualization, databases, backups, and archival storage.
• Q: Is it compatible with standard 3.5" bays? A: Yes. It uses a standard 3.5" form factor and SATA interface, but hot-swap compatibility depends on your chassis/backplane configuration.