What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to transform data transfer values from SCSI (LVD Ultra80) to SCSI (LVD Ultra160) units. It helps in evaluating transfer rates between these two SCSI interface standards, commonly used in legacy servers and storage systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the amount in SCSI (LVD Ultra80) that you want to convert.
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Select SCSI (LVD Ultra80) as the input unit and SCSI (LVD Ultra160) as the output unit.
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Click on the convert button to see the equivalent value in SCSI (LVD Ultra160).
Key Features
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Converts data transfer values between SCSI (LVD Ultra80) and SCSI (LVD Ultra160).
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required.
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Supports unit comparisons for legacy server and storage components.
Examples
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2 SCSI (LVD Ultra80) equals 1 SCSI (LVD Ultra160).
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4 SCSI (LVD Ultra80) equals 2 SCSI (LVD Ultra160).
Common Use Cases
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Planning upgrades for high-performance server disk arrays and RAID enclosures.
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Comparing performance of tape backup drives and SAN storage using legacy SCSI interfaces.
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Assessing storage bus bandwidth during migration or system compatibility evaluations.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use the tool to benchmark and understand maximum theoretical transfer rates.
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Combine conversion results with hardware compatibility checks for optimal storage performance.
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Consider the use case context such as legacy server and data center storage needs when interpreting results.
Limitations
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The conversion uses maximum theoretical throughput and does not include protocol overhead or sustained speeds.
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Actual data transfer rates might vary due to hardware constraints and compatibility issues.
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The tool does not reflect real-world performance conditions beyond raw bandwidth values.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SCSI (LVD Ultra80)?
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SCSI (LVD Ultra80) is a Low Voltage Differential variant of the Ultra2 SCSI interface that offers up to 80 megabytes per second on a 16-bit bus with 40 MHz synchronous transfers.
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What does SCSI (LVD Ultra160) measure?
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160) specifies a parallel SCSI interface using Low Voltage Differential signalling providing up to 160 megabytes per second of channel bandwidth.
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Why convert between these units?
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Conversion helps evaluate and compare the data transfer rates of older Ultra80 and faster Ultra160 interfaces for system upgrades and compatibility planning.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (LVD Ultra80)
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A Low Voltage Differential SCSI interface variant providing up to 80 MB/s over a 16-bit bus with improved cable length and noise immunity.
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard using LVD signalling offering up to 160 MB/s of maximum sustained data transfer throughput.
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Low Voltage Differential (LVD)
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A signalling method that enhances noise immunity and cable length support in SCSI interfaces compared to single-ended signals.