What Is This Tool?
This unit converter helps translate data transfer rates between SCSI (Ultra-2), a parallel storage interface, and STS3c (payload), a contiguous SONET payload used in optical transport networks. It facilitates interoperability and performance analysis between legacy storage interfaces and high-speed telecommunications systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in SCSI (Ultra-2) units you want to convert
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Select STS3c (payload) as the target unit
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Click convert to get the equivalent data transfer rate
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Interpret the results to align storage signaling with optical transport
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Use conversions for provisioning, monitoring, or system integration
Key Features
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Converts data rates from SCSI (Ultra-2) to STS3c (payload) accurately
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Supports data transfer units relevant to storage and optical networks
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick conversions
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Provides conversion consistent with industry unit definitions
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Includes usage scenarios for enterprise and telecom environments
Examples
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1 SCSI (Ultra-2) equals approximately 4.2571 STS3c (payload)
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3 SCSI (Ultra-2) corresponds to about 12.7714 STS3c (payload)
Common Use Cases
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Connecting enterprise disk arrays and RAID controllers to servers using SCSI (Ultra-2)
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Carrying Ethernet or IP circuits over backbone optical links with STS3c (payload)
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Translating block-storage data rates to optical transport formats for network integration
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Provisioning leased-line services requiring around 155 Mbps capacity
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Integrating legacy high-performance workstations with modern optical network infrastructures
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider protocol overhead differences when planning precise throughput requirements
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Use the converter to help align storage interface speeds with transport network capacities
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Verify compatibility of devices when mapping signals between SCSI and SONET layers
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Apply conversions to support performance monitoring across storage and optical systems
Limitations
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Conversion assumes ideal signaling rates without detailed protocol overhead adjustments
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Effective throughput may vary due to framing inefficiency not accounted for here
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Results provide an approximation, not exact bandwidth capacity due to protocol differences
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does SCSI (Ultra-2) refer to?
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SCSI (Ultra-2) is a parallel Small Computer System Interface standard that uses Low Voltage Differential signaling to enhance data transfer rates and cable lengths compared to earlier versions.
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What is STS3c (payload) used for?
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STS3c (payload) is a SONET payload container providing a contiguous transport channel widely used in optical networks for carrying high-bandwidth client signals like Ethernet or IP circuits.
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Why convert between SCSI (Ultra-2) and STS3c (payload)?
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Conversion enables alignment of storage data transfer rates with optical transport signals for accurate provisioning, performance monitoring, and integration between legacy storage and telecom networks.
Key Terminology
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SCSI (Ultra-2)
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A parallel interface standard for connecting storage devices using Low Voltage Differential signaling to improve transfer speed and cable distance.
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STS3c (payload)
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A contiguous SONET payload channel with a data rate of approximately 155.52 Mbps used in optical transport networks.
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Data Transfer Rate
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The speed at which data is transmitted from one device or interface to another, typically measured in Mbps.