What Is This Tool?
This converter translates data transfer speeds measured in IDE (DMA mode 2), a legacy Parallel ATA interface mode, into kilobyte per second [kB/s], a more common unit representing thousands of bytes transferred each second.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value measured in IDE (DMA mode 2) you wish to convert.
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Select IDE (DMA mode 2) as the source unit and kilobyte/second [kB/s] as the target unit.
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Click 'Convert' to see the equivalent transfer rate in kilobyte per second.
Key Features
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Converts data transfer rates from IDE (DMA mode 2) to kilobyte/second [kB/s].
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Supports benchmarking and diagnostics for legacy PATA/IDE interfaces.
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Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output.
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Provides clarity by translating specialized hardware units to common data transfer units.
Examples
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1 IDE (DMA mode 2) equals 16,210.9375 kB/s.
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0.5 IDE (DMA mode 2) equals 8,105.46875 kB/s.
Common Use Cases
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Diagnosing and configuring legacy PATA/IDE hard drives and optical drives for optimal DMA usage.
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Firmware and driver negotiation of data transfer modes in older computing systems.
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Benchmarking or analyzing transfer speeds of legacy storage devices during performance testing.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure your data source is specifically based on IDE devices using DMA mode 2 for accurate conversion.
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Use this tool to translate legacy transfer rates into modern units for easier performance comparison.
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Be aware of the difference between decimal and binary kilobyte definitions in certain contexts.
Limitations
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Applicability is limited to legacy PATA/IDE devices operating in DMA mode 2, mostly outdated hardware.
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Variations between decimal (1,000 bytes) and binary (1,024 bytes) kilobyte definitions may influence precision.
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Not suitable for modern interface standards or other IDE modes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is IDE (DMA mode 2)?
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IDE (DMA mode 2) is a legacy Parallel ATA transfer mode allowing direct memory access with reduced CPU usage, improving throughput over older PIO modes.
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Why convert IDE (DMA mode 2) to kilobyte/second?
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Converting to kilobyte/second helps quantify and compare transfer speeds in a more commonly understood unit for reporting and troubleshooting.
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Can I use this conversion for modern interfaces?
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No, this conversion applies specifically to older PATA/IDE devices using DMA mode 2 and is not designed for current interfaces.
Key Terminology
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IDE (DMA mode 2)
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An older PATA data transfer mode allowing devices to move data directly with less CPU demand, specific to Multiword DMA mode 2.
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Kilobyte/second [kB/s]
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A unit measuring data transfer rate as the number of kilobytes transmitted each second, where 1 kB typically equals 1,000 bytes.
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PATA
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Parallel ATA, a legacy hardware standard for connecting storage devices within computers.