What Is This Tool?
This converter tool allows users to convert data transfer rates between IDE (UDMA-66) and SCSI (Ultra-2) standards, which represent legacy Parallel ATA and parallel SCSI interfaces respectively. It helps compare the maximum theoretical burst speeds of these storage technologies.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the data transfer value in IDE (UDMA-66) units.
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Select IDE (UDMA-66) as the source unit and SCSI (Ultra-2) as the target unit.
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent data rate in SCSI (Ultra-2).
Key Features
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Supports conversion between IDE (UDMA-66) and SCSI (Ultra-2) data transfer units.
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Uses established conversion rate based on maximum theoretical data rates.
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Browser-based and easy to use without any software installation.
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Useful for IT legacy system maintenance and data center storage configuration.
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Helps compare and integrate data transfer rates of different legacy storage protocols.
Examples
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1 IDE (UDMA-66) equals 0.825 SCSI (Ultra-2).
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10 IDE (UDMA-66) converts to 8.25 SCSI (Ultra-2).
Common Use Cases
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Verifying burst throughput of older PATA (IDE) hard drives and optical drives.
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Comparing data transfer rates between legacy Parallel ATA and parallel SCSI systems.
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Configuring storage arrays and RAID controllers with mixed interface drives.
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Interpreting benchmark results and diagnosing transfer errors on legacy systems.
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Supporting enterprise and backup storage device setup in data centers.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure correct unit selection when inputting values to avoid errors.
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Use this conversion primarily for legacy hardware configurations and diagnostics.
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Consider real-world factors like protocol overhead which affect actual transfer speeds.
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Refer to this tool when upgrading or integrating mixed legacy storage devices.
Limitations
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Conversion rate reflects maximum theoretical speeds, not real-world performance.
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Actual transfer rates vary due to protocol overhead and signaling differences.
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Relevant mainly for legacy PATA and parallel SCSI systems, not modern interfaces.
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Does not account for new SCSI variants or SATA/SAS protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does IDE (UDMA-66) represent?
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IDE (UDMA-66) defines a Parallel ATA transfer mode with a maximum raw data rate of 66.7 MB/s, used for legacy PATA storage devices.
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What is SCSI (Ultra-2)?
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SCSI (Ultra-2) is a parallel Small Computer System Interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signaling to provide improved data transfer performance for block storage devices.
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Can this converter be used for modern SATA or SAS devices?
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No, this conversion tool is intended for legacy hardware and does not apply to modern SATA, SAS, or newer SCSI variants.
Key Terminology
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IDE (UDMA-66)
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A Parallel ATA transfer mode with a maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 66.7 MB/s, requiring an 80-conductor PATA cable.
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SCSI (Ultra-2)
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A parallel Small Computer System Interface standard that uses Low Voltage Differential signaling to improve data transfer performance and cable length.
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Data Transfer Rate
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The speed at which data is transmitted from one device to another, usually measured in megabytes per second.