What Is This Tool?
This tool helps convert data transfer measurements from OC48, a high-speed optical transmission rate used in telecommunications, to IDE (UDMA mode 2), a legacy data transfer mode for Parallel ATA interfaces commonly known as ATA/33.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value you want to convert in OC48 units.
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Select the conversion to IDE (UDMA mode 2).
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Review the conversion result based on the standard formula.
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Use the examples and context provided to understand the output.
Key Features
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Convert data transfer units between OC48 and IDE (UDMA mode 2) accurately.
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Provides clear definitions and typical use cases for each unit.
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Includes example conversions to illustrate usage.
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Supports users in comparing modern optical networking speeds with older storage interface rates.
Examples
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1 OC48 equals approximately 9.4254545455 IDE (UDMA mode 2).
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3 OC48 converts to about 28.2763636365 IDE (UDMA mode 2).
Common Use Cases
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Comparing high-speed optical network rates to legacy ATA/IDE disk throughput.
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Analyzing performance differences between modern telecommunications links and older storage interfaces.
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Troubleshooting or benchmarking legacy PC hardware data transfers.
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Interpreting network data transfer rates alongside disk interface speeds in diagnostic scenarios.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure you understand the different generations and technology contexts of OC48 and IDE (UDMA mode 2).
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Use this conversion mainly for comparative and analytical purposes rather than direct practical interchange.
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Refer to the example values to verify your input and output during conversions.
Limitations
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OC48 measures data rates in gigabits per second, while IDE (UDMA mode 2) is in megabytes per second, so they represent different technology eras and use cases.
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Theoretical transfer rates of IDE (UDMA mode 2) do not reflect real-world overheads or system limitations, affecting practical throughput.
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Direct interchangeability is limited due to the distinct natures of optical transmission and disk interface communications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does OC48 represent in data transfer?
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OC-48 is a SONET optical transmission rate of approximately 2.48832 Gbit/s used for high-capacity synchronous optical networking.
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What is IDE (UDMA mode 2)?
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IDE (UDMA mode 2), also known as ATA/33, is a legacy Parallel ATA transfer mode supporting up to about 33.3 megabytes per second.
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Why convert from OC48 to IDE (UDMA mode 2)?
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Users convert to compare or integrate high-speed optical networking data rates with the maximum theoretical throughput of legacy ATA/IDE disk interfaces.
Key Terminology
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OC48
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A SONET optical transmission rate of 2.48832 Gbit/s for high-capacity synchronous optical networking.
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IDE (UDMA mode 2)
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An Ultra DMA transfer mode for Parallel ATA interfaces supporting up to about 33.3 MB/s, known as ATA/33.
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ATA/33
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Another name for IDE (UDMA mode 2), indicating the maximum data transfer speed around 33 megabytes per second.
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SONET
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Synchronous Optical Network, a standardized digital communication protocol used to transmit large volumes of data over optical fiber.
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Parallel ATA (PATA)
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A computer interface standard for connecting storage devices, used historically before serial interfaces became common.