What Is This Tool?
This converter translates data transfer rates from gigabyte per second (defined using SI prefixes) into IDE (DMA mode 0), the earliest and slowest DMA transfer mode used in ATA/IDE devices. It helps users compare modern data throughputs with legacy interface speeds.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the data transfer rate value in gigabyte/second (SI def.).
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Select IDE (DMA mode 0) as the target unit.
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Click convert to see the equivalent rate in IDE (DMA mode 0) units.
Key Features
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Converts data rates from gigabyte/second (SI definition) to IDE (DMA mode 0).
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Provides conversion using the exact defined rate without estimates.
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Supports understanding of data transfer implications for legacy and modern systems.
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Browser-based and easy to use without software installation.
Examples
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0.5 Gigabyte/second equals 119.0476190476 IDE (DMA mode 0).
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2 Gigabyte/second equals 476.1904761904 IDE (DMA mode 0).
Common Use Cases
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Assessing throughput limits of legacy IDE devices compared to modern data rates.
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Supporting system compatibility checks in older desktops or embedded industrial systems using PATA drives.
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Helping OS or BIOS developers configure IDE device DMA modes during initialization.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this converter to understand theoretical equivalencies for older hardware.
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Remember that IDE (DMA mode 0) speed is limited by hardware capabilities and is much slower than modern standards.
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Apply conversions when planning maintenance or upgrades involving legacy systems.
Limitations
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IDE (DMA mode 0) is a low-speed, legacy data transfer mode that cannot match modern gigabyte/second speeds.
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Conversion reflects theoretical values but actual performance is restricted by hardware constraints.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does gigabyte/second (SI def.) represent?
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It represents a data transfer rate of 1 billion bytes per second using SI prefixes, describing modern throughput rates.
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What is IDE (DMA mode 0)?
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IDE (DMA mode 0) is the earliest direct memory access transfer mode for ATA/IDE devices, defining a low-speed method to move data blocks to memory.
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Why convert from gigabyte/second to IDE (DMA mode 0)?
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To evaluate legacy device throughput limits relative to current data rates for compatibility and performance assessment.
Key Terminology
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Gigabyte/second (SI def.)
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A data transfer rate equal to one billion bytes transferred per second, using decimal SI units.
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IDE (DMA mode 0)
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The first and slowest direct memory access mode defined for ATA/IDE devices, allowing data transfers without CPU intervention.
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Direct Memory Access (DMA)
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A method for devices to transfer data directly to or from memory without continuous CPU involvement.