What Is This Tool?
This unit converter translates data transfer rates from the SCSI (LVD Ultra160) standard to IDE (DMA mode 0), enabling users to compare and assess bandwidth between these two legacy storage interface modes.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the data transfer value in SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units
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Select the output unit as IDE (DMA mode 0)
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent data transfer rate
Key Features
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Converts data transfer values from SCSI (LVD Ultra160) to IDE (DMA mode 0)
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Browser-based and easy to use with quick calculations
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Displays equivalent bandwidth for legacy storage interfaces
Examples
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1 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) equals approximately 38.1 IDE (DMA mode 0)
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5 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) equals about 190.48 IDE (DMA mode 0)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing throughput between parallel SCSI storage and slower PATA drives
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Planning storage migration or legacy server hardware compatibility
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Assessing performance impacts in vintage or embedded computing systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this conversion to understand bandwidth differences in legacy storage setups
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Confirm the context of the conversion as it relates to bandwidth equivalence, not device interchangeability
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Consider modern alternatives as IDE (DMA mode 0) offers much lower speed than contemporary storage modes
Limitations
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Conversion reflects bandwidth equivalence but not direct functional compatibility
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IDE (DMA mode 0) speed is significantly slower than SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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Primarily relevant for historical or niche scenarios involving legacy hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does SCSI (LVD Ultra160) measure?
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It measures the maximum sustained data-transfer throughput between a host adapter and SCSI storage devices using a parallel SCSI interface with Low Voltage Differential signalling.
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What is IDE (DMA mode 0)?
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IDE (DMA mode 0) is the first and slowest direct memory access transfer mode defined for ATA/IDE devices, allowing data transfer directly to system memory with minimal CPU intervention.
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Why would I convert from SCSI (LVD Ultra160) to IDE (DMA mode 0)?
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Users convert between these units to compare or translate data transfer speeds when working with legacy hardware environments, assessing performance or compatibility.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signalling to specify channel bandwidth up to 160 MB/s for storage device data transfer.
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IDE (DMA mode 0)
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The first direct memory access mode for ATA/IDE devices defining the lowest-speed data transfer protocol with direct memory access.