What Is This Tool?
This converter helps you translate data transfer values between the SCSI (Ultra-2) parallel interface and the OC48 optical carrier rate, useful for networking, storage systems integration, and telecommunications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in SCSI (Ultra-2) data transfer units
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Choose the target unit as OC48 in the converter
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Click convert to get the corresponding OC48 value
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Use the results to analyze or integrate differing data transfer standards
Key Features
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Converts data transfer rates from SCSI (Ultra-2) to OC48 with a precise fixed rate
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Browser-based and simple to use without requiring installation
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Supports enterprise networking and data center application contexts
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Facilitates comparison between legacy parallel storage interfaces and modern optical backbone rates
Examples
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2 SCSI (Ultra-2) converts to approximately 0.5144 OC48
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5 SCSI (Ultra-2) converts to approximately 1.2860 OC48
Common Use Cases
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Connecting enterprise disk arrays and RAID controllers to servers
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Attaching backup tape drives in data-center environments
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Bridging legacy high-performance workstations with modern network infrastructures
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Comparing legacy parallel SCSI transfer rates with high-speed optical backbone standards
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Integrating storage systems with fiber-optic network architectures
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure you understand the different signaling and network layers when converting
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Use this tool primarily for conceptual data rate comparison rather than direct physical compatibility
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Apply conversion results to assist in system integration and network planning
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Confirm your unit selections carefully before converting
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Use outputs to aid in bridging legacy and modern transmission technologies
Limitations
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SCSI (Ultra-2) has limited maximum distances compared to OC48 networks
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Conversion is conceptual; interfaces differ in signaling methods and network protocols
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Direct physical interoperability between the two standards is not provided
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Speed and cable length differences restrict direct equivalence
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SCSI (Ultra-2)?
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SCSI (Ultra-2) is a parallel Small Computer System Interface standard that uses Low Voltage Differential signaling for higher data-transfer performance and longer cable lengths.
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What does OC48 stand for?
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OC48 (Optical Carrier 48) is a SONET optical transmission rate of 2.48832 Gbit/s used for high-capacity synchronous optical networking over fiber.
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Can I directly connect SCSI (Ultra-2) devices with OC48 networks?
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No, the conversion is conceptual since the standards differ in signaling and network layers, so direct physical compatibility is not provided.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (Ultra-2)
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A parallel SCSI standard using Low Voltage Differential signaling for improved data transfer and longer cable lengths.
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OC48
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An optical carrier rate of 2.48832 Gbit/s in SONET networks used for transporting large volumes of voice, data, and packet traffic.
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SONET
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Synchronous Optical Network, a standardized digital communication protocol used to transmit multiple digital bit streams over optical fiber.