What Is This Tool?
This conversion tool translates data-transfer rates from SCSI (LVD Ultra160), a parallel SCSI interface standard, to IDE (UDMA mode 0), an Ultra DMA transfer mode for Parallel ATA devices, enabling users to compare legacy storage interface performance metrics.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units you wish to convert
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Choose IDE (UDMA mode 0) as the target unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent data-transfer rate
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Use the results to compare or plan legacy storage system performance
Key Features
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Converts data transfer rates between SCSI (LVD Ultra160) and IDE (UDMA mode 0)
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Uses nominal maximum raw data transfer rates for conversion
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Provides quick references and examples for easy understanding
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Suitable for legacy system compatibility and performance comparisons
Examples
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1 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) approximately equals 9.64 IDE (UDMA mode 0)
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2 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) approximately equals 19.28 IDE (UDMA mode 0)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing maximum data-transfer rates of legacy internal disk arrays and RAID controllers
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Evaluating throughput of tape drives and backup systems using parallel SCSI interfaces
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Assessing bandwidth during storage migration or system compatibility planning
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Diagnosing or specifying throughput of legacy PATA/IDE hard and optical drives
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Troubleshooting DMA timing issues in BIOS or device drivers for older hardware
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this tool primarily for comparative and planning purposes rather than precise performance measurement
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Remember that conversion reflects nominal maximum raw data transfer rates and excludes protocol overhead
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Verify storage interface specifications for compatibility when migrating legacy systems
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Combine conversion results with additional diagnostics when troubleshooting hardware performance
Limitations
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Conversion is based on nominal maximum raw data transfer rates and does not include overhead or real-world throughput factors
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Not suitable for exact performance benchmarking due to protocol and efficiency variations
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Applicable mainly to legacy storage technology contexts and may not reflect modern interfaces
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SCSI (LVD Ultra160)?
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160) is a parallel SCSI interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signalling with a maximum data-transfer rate up to 160 MB/s for storage devices.
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What does IDE (UDMA mode 0) represent?
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IDE (UDMA mode 0) defines an Ultra DMA transfer mode for Parallel ATA devices with a nominal maximum raw data transfer rate around 16.7 MB/s.
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Can this conversion be used for precise performance measurement?
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No, the conversion is intended for comparative and planning purposes and does not account for overhead or real-world throughput variations.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface using Low Voltage Differential signalling with a maximum sustained data transfer rate of up to 160 MB/s.
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IDE (UDMA mode 0)
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An Ultra DMA transfer mode 0 for Parallel ATA devices with a nominal maximum raw data transfer rate of about 16.7 MB/s.
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Data Transfer Rate
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The speed at which data is transmitted between devices, usually measured in megabytes per second (MB/s).