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How to Convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0)?

How to Convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0)?

Learn how to convert data transfer rates between IDE (PIO mode 1) and IDE (DMA mode 0) modes, essential for optimizing legacy ATA/PATA device performance and driver development.

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IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0) Conversion Table

IDE (PIO mode 1) IDE (DMA mode 0)

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Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.
Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.
Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.
IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0) Conversion Table
IDE (PIO mode 1) IDE (DMA mode 0)

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  40. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to ethernet (fast)?
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  51. How to convert from OC48 to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  53. How to convert from OC192 to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  54. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to OC192?
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  56. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to OC768?
  57. How to convert from ISDN (single channel) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  58. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to ISDN (single channel)?
  59. How to convert from ISDN (dual channel) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  60. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to ISDN (dual channel)?
  61. How to convert from modem (110) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  62. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (110)?
  63. How to convert from modem (300) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  64. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (300)?
  65. How to convert from modem (1200) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  66. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (1200)?
  67. How to convert from modem (2400) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  68. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (2400)?
  69. How to convert from modem (9600) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  70. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (9600)?
  71. How to convert from modem (14.4k) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  72. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (14.4k)?
  73. How to convert from modem (28.8k) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  74. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (28.8k)?
  75. How to convert from modem (33.6k) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  76. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to modem (33.6k)?
  77. How to convert from modem (56k) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  80. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to SCSI (Async)?
  81. How to convert from SCSI (Sync) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  82. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to SCSI (Sync)?
  83. How to convert from SCSI (Fast) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  85. How to convert from SCSI (Fast Ultra) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  86. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to SCSI (Fast Ultra)?
  87. How to convert from SCSI (Fast Wide) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  88. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to SCSI (Fast Wide)?
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  90. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)?
  91. How to convert from SCSI (Ultra-2) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  134. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to T0 (B8ZS payload)?
  135. How to convert from T1 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  137. How to convert from T1 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  138. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to T1 (payload)?
  139. How to convert from T1Z (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  140. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to T1Z (payload)?
  141. How to convert from T1C (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  142. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to T1C (signal)?
  143. How to convert from T1C (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  144. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to T1C (payload)?
  145. How to convert from T2 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  147. How to convert from T3 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  158. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to E.P.T.A. 1 (payload)?
  159. How to convert from E.P.T.A. 2 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  160. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to E.P.T.A. 2 (signal)?
  161. How to convert from E.P.T.A. 2 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  163. How to convert from E.P.T.A. 3 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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  175. How to convert from Virtual Tributary 1 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  176. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to Virtual Tributary 1 (payload)?
  177. How to convert from Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  178. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to Virtual Tributary 2 (signal)?
  179. How to convert from Virtual Tributary 2 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  180. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to Virtual Tributary 2 (payload)?
  181. How to convert from Virtual Tributary 6 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  182. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to Virtual Tributary 6 (signal)?
  183. How to convert from Virtual Tributary 6 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  184. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to Virtual Tributary 6 (payload)?
  185. How to convert from STS1 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  186. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS1 (signal)?
  187. How to convert from STS1 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  188. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS1 (payload)?
  189. How to convert from STS3 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  190. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS3 (signal)?
  191. How to convert from STS3 (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  192. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS3 (payload)?
  193. How to convert from STS3c (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  194. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS3c (signal)?
  195. How to convert from STS3c (payload) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  196. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS3c (payload)?
  197. How to convert from STS12 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  198. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS12 (signal)?
  199. How to convert from STS24 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  200. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS24 (signal)?
  201. How to convert from STS48 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  202. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS48 (signal)?
  203. How to convert from STS192 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
  204. How to convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to STS192 (signal)?
  205. How to convert from STM-1 (signal) to IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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What Is This Tool?

This converter lets you translate data transfer rates from IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0) modes for legacy PATA devices, helping you understand throughput differences and CPU load variation between programmed I/O and direct memory access.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the value in IDE (PIO mode 1) units you want to convert.
  • Select IDE (PIO mode 1) as the starting unit.
  • Choose IDE (DMA mode 0) as the target unit.
  • Click the convert button to get the equivalent IDE (DMA mode 0) value.
  • Review the results and apply them for diagnostics or development.

Key Features

  • Converts data transfer rates between IDE (PIO mode 1) and IDE (DMA mode 0).
  • Supports legacy ATA/PATA device transfer mode conversion.
  • Browser-based and easy to use without software installation.
  • Provides example calculations for quick reference.
  • Helps in system diagnostics and performance tuning.

Examples

  • 1 IDE (PIO mode 1) equals approximately 1.2381 IDE (DMA mode 0).
  • 5 IDE (PIO mode 1) converts to about 6.1905 IDE (DMA mode 0).

Common Use Cases

  • Configuring legacy PATA hard drives and optical drives in older systems.
  • Developing or debugging firmware and device drivers requiring CPU-controlled transfers.
  • Benchmarking data transfer behavior on vintage or embedded computers.
  • Reducing CPU overhead in embedded or industrial systems using legacy IDE interfaces.
  • Detecting and setting IDE device DMA modes during OS or BIOS initialization.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Understand the difference between PIO and DMA modes before conversion.
  • Use this tool for legacy IDE/PATA devices only, not modern storage protocols.
  • Apply conversion results for system optimization and troubleshooting.
  • Validate converted values within the context of your specific hardware environment.

Limitations

  • Conversion factor applies exclusively to legacy IDE/PATA transfer modes.
  • Does not represent speeds or behaviors of modern SATA or NVMe devices.
  • Performance gains may vary due to hardware differences and system configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does IDE (PIO mode 1) mean?
IDE (PIO mode 1) is a CPU-driven data transfer mode for legacy ATA/PATA devices with moderate throughput and higher CPU use.

What is IDE (DMA mode 0)?
IDE (DMA mode 0) is the lowest-speed direct memory access mode allowing legacy ATA/PATA drives to transfer data without CPU intervention.

Why convert from IDE (PIO mode 1) to IDE (DMA mode 0)?
To understand throughput improvements and reduced CPU overhead when switching from programmed I/O to direct memory access modes.

Key Terminology

IDE (PIO mode 1)
A Programmed Input/Output transfer mode where the CPU handles each data cycle for legacy ATA/PATA devices.
IDE (DMA mode 0)
The first direct memory access transfer mode enabling ATA/PATA drives to move data blocks without CPU intervention.
ATA/PATA
Legacy standards for parallel interface storage devices including hard drives and optical drives.

Quick Knowledge Check

What characterizes IDE (PIO mode 1)?
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