What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms data transfer measurements from OC3, an optical transmission rate used in SONET networks, to SCSI (LVD Ultra160), a parallel SCSI interface standard for storage device throughput.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in OC3 units that you wish to convert
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Select OC3 as the source unit and SCSI (LVD Ultra160) as the target unit
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Click the convert button to view the result in SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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Refer to provided examples for guidance on calculations
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Use the output to compare or plan between network and storage performance
Key Features
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Converts data transfer units from OC3 to SCSI (LVD Ultra160) easily
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Browser-based tool with straightforward input and output
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Supports comparison of optical network rates with legacy storage bus speeds
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Includes example calculations to demonstrate usage
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Facilitates informed decisions in network and storage system planning
Examples
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5 OC3 converts to 0.6075 SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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10 OC3 converts to 1.215 SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing optical backbone transmission rates with internal storage bus throughput
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Evaluating legacy telecom network links alongside storage subsystem performance
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Planning enterprise network designs that involve both optical and storage technologies
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Assessing bandwidth during data center system migrations involving legacy interfaces
Tips & Best Practices
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Always consider that OC3 rates are in megabits per second while SCSI speeds are in megabytes per second
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Use this conversion primarily when working with legacy systems involving both OC3 and SCSI interfaces
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Review your results in the context of maximum sustained speeds, not instantaneous performance
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Verify compatibility and performance requirements during system upgrade planning
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Apply conversion results to support balanced design decisions across network and storage infrastructure
Limitations
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OC3 measurements are in Mbps while SCSI (LVD Ultra160) rates are in MB/s requiring careful unit handling
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160) speeds represent maximum sustained throughput and may differ from actual conditions
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This conversion is mainly relevant for legacy systems as modern interfaces exceed these speeds
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does OC3 represent in data transfer rates?
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OC3 is an optical carrier level 3 transmission rate used in SONET networks, carrying data at 155.52 megabits per second.
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What is SCSI (LVD Ultra160) used for?
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160) is a parallel SCSI interface standard providing bandwidth up to 160 megabytes per second, commonly used to specify storage device throughput.
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Why convert between OC3 and SCSI (LVD Ultra160)?
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Conversion helps compare optical network speeds to legacy storage bus performance for engineering and system migration decisions.
Key Terminology
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OC3
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An Optical Carrier level 3 rate in SONET networks transmitting at 155.52 megabits per second for optical backbone links.
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard with Low Voltage Differential signalling, offering data throughput up to 160 megabytes per second for storage devices.