The MG10ACA20TA Toshiba 20TB 7200RPM SATA-6Gbps Buffer 4kn HDD is a high-capacity hard disk drive designed for use in enterprise-level servers and storage systems. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the specifications and features of this HDD, its benefits, and limitations.
Capacity and Form FactorThe MG10ACA20TA Toshiba HDD provides a storage capacity of 20TB, which is one of the highest capacities available for HDDs in the market today. It is designed in a 3.5-inch form factor, which is the standard size for most enterprise-level server HDDs.
Rotational Speed and PerformanceThe HDD operates at a speed of 7200 RPM, which is the standard rotational speed for most enterprise-level server HDDs. It provides high-speed data access, making it a suitable choice for applications that require quick access to data, such as database management and virtualization.
Interface and CompatibilityThe MG10ACA20TA Toshiba HDD uses a Serial ATA-6Gbps interface, which provides a maximum transfer rate of 6.0 Gb/s. This interface is compatible with most enterprise-level servers that have a SATA port, including both Windows and Linux systems.
Cache SizeThe HDD has a cache size of 512MB, which is the amount of memory the HDD uses to store frequently accessed data. A larger cache size can improve the overall performance of the HDD, as it reduces the time required to access frequently used data.
4Kn Advanced FormatThe MG10ACA20TA Toshiba HDD uses a 4Kn advanced format, which increases the sector size from the traditional 512 bytes to 4096 bytes. This allows for more efficient use of storage space and improved error correction capabilities. The advanced format also improves the overall performance of the HDD, as it reduces the number of physical sectors required to store data.
Reliability and DurabilityThe MG10ACA20TA Toshiba HDD is designed to be reliable and durable, with a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours. This means that the HDD is expected to work reliably for a long time, even with continuous use.
The HDD is also designed with shock and vibration resistance, which helps to protect the data stored on it from physical damage. Additionally, the HDD is designed with power-saving features that help to reduce power consumption and heat, which can extend its lifespan.
LimitationsOne limitation of the MG10ACA20TA Toshiba HDD is that it is not as fast as solid-state drives (SSDs) when it comes to data access times. SSDs use flash memory instead of spinning disks to store data, which makes them much faster and more durable than HDDs.
Additionally, the 20TB storage capacity may not be sufficient for users who require a large amount of storage space for storing multimedia files, such as videos, music, and photos. In this case, it may be necessary to use multiple HDDs in a RAID configuration to increase storage capacity.
In summary, the MG10ACA20TA Toshiba 20TB 7200RPM SATA-6Gbps Buffer 4kn HDD is a reliable and high-capacity HDD that provides a good balance of storage capacity and performance. Its high-capacity storage and high-speed data access make it a suitable choice for users who require large amounts of storage space and fast data access times in enterprise-level servers and storage systems.
However, it is important to keep in mind its limitations, such as its slower data access times compared to SSDs and its limited storage capacity. If you require faster data access times or a larger storage capacity, you may want to consider using an SSD or multiple HDDs in a RAID configuration.
General Information about this Toshiba MG10ACA20TA- Manufacturer : Toshiba
- Product Series : Mg10
- Manufacturer Model : MG10ACA20TA
- Product Type : Hard Disk Drive
- Cloud-scale Sever And Storage Infrastructure
- Software-defined Data Center Infrastructure
- File- And Object-based Storage Infrastructure
- Tiered Storage Infrastructure Solutions
- Workloads And Use-cases That Benefit From High Capacity Per Spindle Disk Drives
- Capacity-optimized Cloud-scale And Rack-scale Storage Systems
- Compliance Data Archives And Data Life-cycle Management Storage Systems
- Data Center Data-protection And Data Back-upinfrastructure
- Storage Capacity : 20 Tb
- Enclosure : Internal
- Interface : Sata-6gbps
- Drive Dimensions : 3.5 Inch
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
- Interface Transfer Rate : 600 Mbps
- Sustained Transfer Rate : 268 Mbps
- Buffer : 512 Mb
- Rotational Speed : 7200 Rpm
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