What Is This Tool?
This converter translates data transfer rates from OC48, a high-capacity optical transmission rate used in fiber networks, to SCSI (Ultra-2), a parallel interface standard for connecting storage devices. It helps relate backbone network speeds to storage system interface rates.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in OC48 data transfer units you want to convert
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Select OC48 as the source unit and SCSI (Ultra-2) as the target unit
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Initiate the conversion to get equivalent SCSI (Ultra-2) values
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Review the results for use in network and storage integration planning
Key Features
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Converts data transfer units from OC48 to SCSI (Ultra-2)
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Uses standardized conversion rates for performance estimation
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Supports use cases in telecommunications, data centers, and ISPs
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick calculations
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Provides clear examples to illustrate conversions
Examples
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1 OC48 is equal to 3.888 SCSI (Ultra-2)
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5 OC48 converts to 19.44 SCSI (Ultra-2) by multiplying 5 × 3.888
Common Use Cases
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Estimating storage interface requirements from optical carrier backbone speeds
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Planning integration of fiber optic networks with parallel SCSI storage devices
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Managing high-volume Internet traffic uplinks in ISP environments
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Connecting enterprise disk arrays and RAID controllers to servers
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Interfacing legacy high-performance servers with parallel SCSI peripherals
Tips & Best Practices
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Use the conversion as a performance estimation rather than exact data format mapping
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Consider protocol overhead and latency when planning systems based on this conversion
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Verify actual throughput in operational contexts due to physical media differences
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Leverage the converter for initial capacity planning in telecom and data centers
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Consult technical specifications for detailed interface capabilities beyond rate conversion
Limitations
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Conversion provides an approximate performance equivalence and not a direct data format match
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Protocol overhead and latency differences are not accounted for in calculations
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OC48 is an optical standard; SCSI (Ultra-2) is a parallel electrical interface, limiting direct comparison
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Physical mediums and usage scenarios may impact actual data transfer rates achievable
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does OC48 stand for?
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OC48 refers to Optical Carrier 48, a SONET optical transmission rate of 2.48832 Gbit/s used in fiber optic networks.
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What is SCSI (Ultra-2)?
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SCSI (Ultra-2) is a parallel interface standard that uses Low Voltage Differential signaling to enhance data transfer performance for storage peripherals.
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Can this converter determine exact data compatibility?
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No, the converter estimates equivalent data transfer performance but does not reflect direct data format compatibility or protocol specifics.
Key Terminology
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OC48
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An optical transmission standard in SONET with a rate of 2.48832 Gbit/s used for high-capacity synchronous optical networking.
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SCSI (Ultra-2)
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A parallel small computer system interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signaling for improved data-transfer speed and cable length.
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Low Voltage Differential (LVD)
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A signaling method used in SCSI (Ultra-2) that enables faster data transfer and longer cables compared to older single-ended standards.