What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms data transfer speed measurements from the SCSI (LVD Ultra160) standard, a legacy parallel SCSI interface bandwidth metric, into kilobyte per second values, which are more commonly used in modern data transfer reporting and monitoring.
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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Select the target unit as kilobyte/second [kB/s].
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Submit the conversion request to receive the equivalent data transfer rate.
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Review output to understand the throughput in more common kilobyte per second units.
Key Features
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Converts SCSI (LVD Ultra160) data transfer rates to kilobyte per second [kB/s].
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Reflects the theoretical maximum sustained bandwidth of a legacy SCSI interface.
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Facilitates comparison and understanding of legacy storage throughput in common units.
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Browser-based tool with simple input and output display.
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Supports use cases in data center benchmarking and system migration planning.
Examples
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2 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) equals 312,500 kB/s (2 × 156,250).
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0.5 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) equals 78,125 kB/s (0.5 × 156,250).
Common Use Cases
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Specifying maximum data transfer rates for internal disk arrays and RAID controllers.
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Comparing throughput of legacy tape drives and backup systems using parallel SCSI.
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Assessing legacy storage bus bandwidth during IT infrastructure maintenance and migration.
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Reporting data transfer speeds in formats understandable for modern system monitoring.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this tool to translate legacy SCSI interface speeds into familiar units for easier interpretation.
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Consider the theoretical nature of SCSI (LVD Ultra160) maximum bandwidth when evaluating real-world performance.
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Be aware of the difference between SI kilobyte definitions (1,000 bytes) and binary interpretations (1,024 bytes).
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Apply this conversion primarily when dealing with IT systems and devices that use parallel SCSI standards.
Limitations
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The SCSI (LVD Ultra160) value represents a theoretical peak bandwidth that might not reflect actual speeds.
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Kilobyte/second uses the SI standard definition (1 kB = 1,000 bytes), differing from binary kilobyte units.
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This conversion applies only to legacy technologies and is not suitable for modern storage interfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does SCSI (LVD Ultra160) measure?
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It measures the theoretical maximum sustained data transfer bandwidth of a parallel SCSI interface using Low Voltage Differential signalling, up to 160 megabytes per second.
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Why convert SCSI (LVD Ultra160) to kilobyte/second?
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Converting to kilobyte/second helps express legacy storage interface speeds in more widely understood data transfer units for easier comparison and reporting.
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Is 1 kilobyte always 1,000 bytes?
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In this context, 1 kilobyte follows the SI standard of 1,000 bytes, though sometimes kilobyte may be used informally to mean 1,024 bytes.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard utilizing Low Voltage Differential signalling to specify a maximum sustained data transfer rate of up to 160 megabytes per second.
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Kilobyte per second [kB/s]
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A unit of data transfer rate indicating the transmission of one kilobyte (1,000 bytes) every second following SI conventions.
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Low Voltage Differential (LVD)
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A signalling method used in parallel SCSI interfaces to maintain signal integrity at high data rates.