What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to translate data transfer rates from STS3 (signal), a telecom backbone transmission standard, to SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide), a legacy storage interface mode, facilitating comparisons and planning across different technology domains.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in STS3 (signal) unit you want to convert
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Select the target unit: SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
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Initiate the conversion to get the equivalent value in SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
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Use the results to compare or plan data transfer capabilities between different systems
Key Features
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Converts between STS3 (signal) and SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide) data transfer units
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Based on defined conversion rate: 1 STS3 (signal) equals 0.486 SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
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Provides clear examples for practical conversions
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Supports planning and integration of telecom and storage systems
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick conversions
Examples
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2 STS3 (signal) converts to 0.972 SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
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5 STS3 (signal) converts to 2.43 SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing telecom backbone transport capacities with legacy storage interface throughput
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Planning integration of SONET/SDH telecom networks with parallel SCSI storage systems
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Assessing data center environments that combine network and storage technologies
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Translating data rates for enterprise or ISP interconnect with legacy storage hardware
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm the specific context—telecom or storage—before interpreting conversion results
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Be aware that conversion rates reflect maximum practical throughput, not exact sustained performance
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Use this converter mainly for planning or comparison rather than precise operational metrics
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Consider the legacy status of SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide) when integrating with modern systems
Limitations
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SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide) is a legacy technology with reduced relevance in current use
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Conversion rate shows maximum throughput and may not account for real-world overheads or hardware differences
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Units represent different physical layers and technologies—network transport versus storage interface
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Actual sustained transfer rates can differ due to protocol and implementation factors
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does STS3 (signal) represent?
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STS3 (signal) is a SONET digital transmission signal with a line rate of 155.52 megabits per second, used for multiplexing multiple lower-rate channels in telecom networks.
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How is SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide) used?
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SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide) is a legacy parallel interface mode for connecting storage devices in older servers and workstations, providing higher throughput than earlier SCSI standards.
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Why convert between STS3 and SCSI units?
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Converting helps compare telecom backbone capacity with legacy storage interface throughput, aiding system integration and infrastructure planning.
Key Terminology
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STS3 (signal)
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A SONET digital transmission signal with a line rate of 155.52 Mbps used in synchronous optical and electrical transport networks.
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SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide)
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A legacy parallel Small Computer System Interface mode with a wider 16-bit bus and faster signalling for higher throughput in storage devices.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to translate one unit of STS3 (signal) into an equivalent amount in SCSI (Fast Ultra Wide), specified as 1 STS3 = 0.486 SCSI.