What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to transform data transfer rates measured in kilobyte per second (SI definition) into IDE (UDMA mode 2) units. It helps interpret how modern byte-per-second speeds relate to the maximum transfer rates of legacy Parallel ATA drives configured in Ultra DMA mode 2.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in kilobyte per second (SI def.) you want to convert
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Select kilobyte/second (SI def.) as the input unit
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Choose IDE (UDMA mode 2) as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent value in IDE (UDMA mode 2)
Key Features
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Converts kilobyte/second data transfer rates to IDE (UDMA mode 2) units accurately
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required
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Enables comparison between contemporary data rates and older PATA interface speeds
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Supports understanding of legacy hardware performance and BIOS settings
Examples
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1000 kilobyte/second (SI def.) = 0.030303 IDE (UDMA mode 2)
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500 kilobyte/second (SI def.) = 0.0151515 IDE (UDMA mode 2)
Common Use Cases
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Reporting file transfer speeds in applications using decimal byte units
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Configuring and troubleshooting legacy PC BIOS or drive controllers for ATA/33
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Interpreting benchmark results for older hard drives and optical drives
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Diagnosing PATA system compatibility and firmware issues
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify you are using the SI definition of kilobyte per second for accurate conversion
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Use this tool to compare modern transfer rates with legacy IDE interface speeds
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Be aware that actual transfer speeds may differ from theoretical IDE (UDMA mode 2) maximum values
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Consider hardware and cable quality as factors affecting real-world data throughput
Limitations
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IDE (UDMA mode 2) rates represent theoretical maximum speeds, not instantaneous transfer rates
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Kilobyte/second (SI def.) uses decimal prefixes which differ from binary-based units common in computing
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Actual data transfer may be affected by hardware, firmware, and cable conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does one kilobyte per second (SI definition) represent?
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It represents a data transfer rate of 1000 bytes per second, using decimal prefixes (1 kB/s = 10^3 B/s).
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What is IDE (UDMA mode 2)?
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IDE (UDMA mode 2) is an Ultra DMA transfer mode for legacy Parallel ATA interfaces offering a theoretical maximum speed of about 33.3 megabytes per second.
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Why convert between kilobyte/second (SI def.) and IDE (UDMA mode 2)?
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To relate modern byte-based data rates to the maximum transfer rates of older PATA drives, aiding in performance comparison and hardware configuration.
Key Terminology
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Kilobyte/second (SI def.)
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A data transfer rate using decimal prefixes equal to 1000 bytes per second.
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IDE (UDMA mode 2)
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An Ultra DMA mode for Parallel ATA drives with a maximum theoretical speed of about 33.3 MB/s.
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Ultra DMA
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A transfer protocol for PATA interfaces that enhances data throughput by using synchronous data exchange.