What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to translate data transfer bandwidth measures from the parallel SCSI (LVD Ultra160) interface standard into Virtual Tributary 1 (signal) units used in SONET/SDH networks, aiding in network and storage system integration.
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 Virtual Tributary 1 (signal) as the target unit.
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Click convert to get the equivalent value in Virtual Tributary 1 (signal).
Key Features
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Supports conversion between SCSI (LVD Ultra160) and Virtual Tributary 1 (signal) units.
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Browser-based and easy to use without technical setup.
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Provides meaningful unit translations for legacy storage and telecom bandwidth metrics.
Examples
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1 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) = 740.74 Virtual Tributary 1 (signal)
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2 SCSI (LVD Ultra160) = 1481.48 Virtual Tributary 1 (signal)
Common Use Cases
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Converting legacy parallel SCSI bandwidth specifications to SONET/SDH logical channel equivalents.
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Planning bandwidth for storage I/O systems in telecommunication networks.
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Evaluating system compatibility during storage and network migrations.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this converter to facilitate bandwidth planning between storage and telecommunication systems.
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Verify unit selections carefully to ensure accurate conversions.
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Consider network protocol differences when applying results practically.
Limitations
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Conversion is based on maximum sustained data rates and does not include overhead or protocol inefficiencies.
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Signal encoding and framing differences may affect actual throughput.
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Practical scenarios may vary from the conversion values due to real-time network factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does SCSI (LVD Ultra160) represent?
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It is a parallel SCSI interface standard using Low Voltage Differential signalling, providing up to 160 MB/s maximum sustained data throughput for storage devices.
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What is a Virtual Tributary 1 (signal)?
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It is a logical sub-channel within SONET/SDH that carries a lower-rate plesiochronous digital signal inside higher-rate synchronous frames for grooming and switching.
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Why convert SCSI (LVD Ultra160) to Virtual Tributary 1 (signal)?
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To translate legacy storage bandwidth metrics into equivalent SONET/SDH channel counts for bandwidth planning and integration between storage and telecom networks.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard that utilizes Low Voltage Differential signalling to achieve up to 160 MB/s maximum data transfer between host adapters and devices.
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Virtual Tributary 1 (signal)
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A logical sub-channel in SONET/SDH networks that carries lower-rate plesiochronous digital signals within larger synchronous frames, allowing independent grooming and switching.
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SONET/SDH
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Synchronous Optical Network/Synchronous Digital Hierarchy, standards for synchronized digital transmission over optical fiber.