What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to translate data transfer rates measured in SCSI (LVD Ultra160), a legacy parallel SCSI interface standard, into gigabytes per second (GB/s), a widely accepted SI data transfer unit. It helps in comparing older storage interface speeds with modern technology standards.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units that you want to convert.
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Select SCSI (LVD Ultra160) as the from-unit and gigabyte/second (GB/s) as the to-unit.
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in GB/s.
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Review the results to assist with performance comparison or system planning.
Key Features
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Supports conversion from SCSI (LVD Ultra160) bandwidth to gigabyte/second (GB/s).
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Utilizes a fixed conversion factor specific to the SCSI (LVD Ultra160) standard.
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Facilitates comparison between legacy storage interfaces and modern data transfer units.
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Browser-based and easy to use without any installation.
Examples
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Convert 10 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units to GB/s: 10 × 0.1490116119 = 1.490116119 GB/s.
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Convert 5 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units to GB/s: 5 × 0.1490116119 = 0.7450580595 GB/s.
Common Use Cases
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Specifying maximum data-transfer rates for legacy internal disk arrays and RAID controllers.
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Benchmarking throughput of tape drives and backup systems using parallel SCSI interfaces.
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Assessing storage bus bandwidth when migrating legacy systems or evaluating compatibility.
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Planning IT infrastructure involving coexistence of older SCSI devices with modern storage technology.
Tips & Best Practices
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Clarify whether gigabyte means decimal (GB) or binary (GiB) when comparing units.
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Use this converter to facilitate clearer performance benchmarking between legacy and current systems.
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Consider the maximum sustained throughput nature of SCSI (LVD Ultra160) when interpreting results.
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Account for possible protocol overhead when comparing with other interface types.
Limitations
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Conversion assumes decimal gigabytes (1 GB = 10^9 bytes); using binary gigabytes may cause slight differences.
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Actual SCSI throughput may be lower than the specified maximum due to hardware and workload factors.
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Not appropriate for direct comparisons with serial interfaces without accounting for protocol and signaling differences.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does SCSI (LVD Ultra160) measure?
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It measures the maximum sustained data transfer bandwidth between a host adapter and SCSI storage devices using a Low Voltage Differential signalling standard.
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Why convert SCSI (LVD Ultra160) to gigabyte per second?
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To translate legacy throughput metrics into modern standard units that enable easier comparison with current storage and network technologies.
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Are there any precision concerns in this conversion?
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Yes, the conversion assumes decimal gigabytes and maximum bandwidth; actual rates may vary due to device and workload conditions.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signalling to provide up to 160 megabytes per second bandwidth.
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Gigabyte per second (GB/s)
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A unit of data transfer rate indicating one gigabyte of data transferred each second, typically using the decimal definition of gigabyte.