What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms data transfer units from STS3 (signal), a high-speed telecommunications rate, to modem (300), an early analog dial-up modem speed. It helps users compare modern and historic data rates in telecom and networking.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in STS3 (signal) units you wish to convert
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Select STS3 (signal) as the input unit and modem (300) as the output unit
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Click convert to see the equivalent value in modem (300)
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Review the results to understand the data transfer rate difference
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Apply conversions for network planning, historical study, or documentation purposes
Key Features
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Converts data transfer rates between STS3 (signal) and modem (300)
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Based on exact conversion factors with 1 STS3 (signal) equal to 518,400 modem (300)
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Supports comparison between modern telecom and legacy modem speeds
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Useful for telecom network planning, legacy system documentation, and historical analysis
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Simple and browser-based interface suitable for quick calculations
Examples
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Convert 2 STS3 (signal): 2 × 518,400 = 1,036,800 modem (300)
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Convert 0.5 STS3 (signal): 0.5 × 518,400 = 259,200 modem (300)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing high-speed backbone telecom links to early modem technologies
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Documenting leased line speeds for enterprise or ISP interconnects
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Historical analysis of telecommunication data rates evolution
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Monitoring low-rate telemetry or remote control systems
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Studying vintage modem communications equipment speeds
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify units before converting to ensure accurate comparisons
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Use this conversion primarily for understanding theoretical data rate equivalences
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Apply conversions carefully when working with legacy network documentation
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Keep in mind this conversion does not imply direct hardware compatibility
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Utilize examples to familiarize yourself with typical conversion results
Limitations
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Modem (300) speeds are very low compared to STS3, so conversions are mostly theoretical
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Signaling and transmission differences prevent direct network equivalence
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Not suited for practical data transfer or real-time networking comparisons
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Primarily useful for historical or legacy telecom analysis rather than modern use
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Values represent rough bit-per-second equivalences only
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does STS3 (signal) represent?
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STS3 (Synchronous Transport Signal level 3) is a SONET transmission signal with a data rate of 155.52 megabits per second, commonly used in telecom backbone links.
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What is modem (300) used for?
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Modem (300) denotes an early analog dial-up data rate of 300 bits per second, often referenced for historical or low-rate communication links.
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Why convert STS3 (signal) to modem (300)?
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Users convert these units to compare vastly different data rates between modern telecom signals and vintage modem technologies, especially for historical context.
Key Terminology
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STS3 (signal)
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A Synchronous Optical NETwork signal with a data rate of 155.52 Mbps used for multiplexing and transporting multiple channels in telecom infrastructure.
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Modem (300)
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An early analog modem data rate of 300 bits per second originally used for dial-up connections and low-speed communication links.
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SONET
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A standardized digital communication protocol used to transmit multiple digital bit streams over optical fiber.