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Toshiba

Toshiba MG08SDA800E 8TB 3.5" SAS 12Gb/s 7200rpm 256MB internal hard drive

SKU CH-H42W-TD7VC MPN MG08SDA800E

An 8 TB 3.5" SAS 12Gb/s hard drive spinning at 7200 rpm with 256 MB cache for high-capacity server storage

  • Total capacity8 TB
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory256 KB
  • 8 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast sequential throughput
  • SAS 12 Gb/s interface enables high-bandwidth data transfer
  • 256 MB cache buffers burst workloads
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

Enterprise Storage Drive

The Toshiba MG08SDA800E is an 8 TB 3.5 inch internal hard drive built for servers and storage arrays that require a SAS 12Gb/s interface. It suits administrators who need high-capacity bulk storage in a standard enterprise form factor.

SAS 12Gb/s Interface

The defining specification is the SAS 12Gb/s interface, which determines controller and backplane compatibility. Only systems with a 12 Gb/s SAS host bus adapter or RAID controller can use this drive at its rated link speed.

No Bundled Accessories

The drive ships in retail or OEM packaging that may vary and includes no cables, mounting hardware or management software. Installation requires a compatible SAS backplane or cabling sourced separately.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $168.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 8 TB
Higher than about 80% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $21.12 per TB
Cheaper than about 92% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTOSHIBA
Product lineMG Series
Total capacity8 TB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Cache memory256 KB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size178 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How does the 7200 RPM speed affect real-world performance in a server or workstation?

The 7200 RPM spindle provides consistent rotational latency for mixed random and sequential workloads typical of nearline storage tiers.

What does the SAS 12Gb/s interface actually cap at for sustained transfers?

The SAS 12Gb/s link supports up to 12 Gbit/s bus bandwidth; sustained throughput is limited by the drive's internal media rate.

Will this 3.5 inch drive fit a standard hot-swap tray or fixed bay?

The 3.5 inch form factor matches industry-standard drive bays and hot-swap carriers using the SAS connector layout.

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