What Is This Tool?
This tool allows you to convert data transfer rates from gigabyte per second (GB/s) to SCSI (Fast Wide), a unit representing throughput in legacy SCSI-2 hardware. It is useful for IT professionals working with older storage systems and planning device compatibility.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in gigabyte per second (GB/s) you want to convert
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Select SCSI (Fast Wide) as the target unit
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Click convert to view the equivalent SCSI (Fast Wide) value
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Refer to examples for guidance on interpretation
Key Features
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Converts data transfer units from GB/s to SCSI (Fast Wide)
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Supports understanding of legacy SCSI-2 hardware throughput
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
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Provides example calculations for clarity
Examples
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2 GB/s equals 107.3741824 SCSI (Fast Wide)
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0.5 GB/s converts to 26.8435456 SCSI (Fast Wide)
Common Use Cases
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Planning data transfer rates in legacy storage environments
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Understanding throughput when connecting disk drives and RAID controllers using SCSI-2 interfaces
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Evaluating performance for tape drives, CD/DVD units, and removable storage subsystems
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Assessing external storage and peripheral device bus performance
Tips & Best Practices
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Clarify whether gigabyte refers to decimal (10^9 bytes) or binary convention to avoid confusion
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Consider hardware specifics like bus width and signaling method which affect actual throughput
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Use this conversion primarily for legacy systems where SCSI (Fast Wide) interface is still relevant
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Consult device documentation to account for negotiation and cable length effects on speed
Limitations
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Actual throughput may be lower due to device implementation details such as signaling and cable lengths
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Ambiguity in gigabyte definitions (decimal vs binary) can lead to variations in rate comparisons
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Modern data transfer interfaces may be significantly faster limiting this conversion to specialized or legacy applications
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does gigabyte per second represent?
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It denotes the transfer of one gigabyte of data every second, with gigabyte defined either in decimal or binary bytes depending on context.
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What is SCSI (Fast Wide)?
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SCSI (Fast Wide) is a SCSI-2 interface mode using a 16-bit bus and 10 MHz timing to achieve theoretical throughput of 20 megabytes per second.
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Why convert GB/s to SCSI (Fast Wide)?
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Conversion helps understand data rates in legacy SCSI hardware environments and assists in performance planning and compatibility checks.
Key Terminology
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Gigabyte/second (GB/s)
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A unit measuring data transfer rate representing one gigabyte of data transmitted every second, with gigabyte definitions varying by context.
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SCSI (Fast Wide)
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A SCSI-2 interface combining fast 10 MHz timing with a wide 16-bit bus, used primarily in legacy hardware for improved data transfer speeds.