What Is This Tool?
This tool converts data transfer units from STS3c (payload), used in optical transport networks, to SCSI (LVD Ultra160), a standard for parallel SCSI storage interface speed. It aids in comparing bandwidth across different technologies.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in STS3c (payload) units you want to convert
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Select STS3c (payload) as the input unit and SCSI (LVD Ultra160) as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent bandwidth in SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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Use the results to compare or plan bandwidth allocation across network and storage systems
Key Features
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Converts data rates from STS3c (payload) to SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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Easy to use with straightforward input for bandwidth values
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Provides quick translation between optical network and storage interface bandwidth units
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Browser-based and accessible without any installations
Examples
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1 STS3c (payload) equals 0.11745 SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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10 STS3c (payload) equals 1.1745 SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
Common Use Cases
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Comparing bandwidth between optical backbone links and parallel SCSI storage devices
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Planning or evaluating leased-line services and enterprise network links around 155 Mbps
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Assessing performance in legacy storage systems during migration or upgrades
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Estimating bandwidth allocation for aggregated client signals in transport networks
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify which unit system is appropriate for your networking or storage scenario before converting
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Consider the context of use since STS3c and SCSI measure bandwidth differently
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Use this conversion as a rough guideline rather than an exact equivalence due to different measurement natures
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Confirm compatibility and actual performance in real-world deployments beyond theoretical conversion
Limitations
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STS3c measures optical network bandwidth in Mbps, while SCSI LVD Ultra160 uses MB/s in storage interfaces, so direct numeric conversion may not reflect all protocol overheads
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Differences in encoding and signaling between the technologies mean the conversion is approximate
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Real-world throughput may vary, so the conversion should be used for comparative purposes only
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does STS3c (payload) represent?
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STS3c (payload) is a SONET payload container used in optical networks providing a contiguous transport channel with about 155.52 Mbps gross line rate.
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What is SCSI (LVD Ultra160)?
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160) is a parallel SCSI interface standard with Low Voltage Differential signaling supporting data transfer up to 160 MB/s for storage devices.
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Can this tool be used for exact bandwidth conversion?
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No, it provides an approximate conversion because the units represent different technologies and data transfer measurement types.
Key Terminology
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STS3c (payload)
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A SONET payload container providing a contiguous transport channel around 155.52 Mbps, used in optical backbone networks.
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SCSI (LVD Ultra160)
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A parallel SCSI interface standard employing Low Voltage Differential signaling with a max sustained throughput up to 160 MB/s for storage devices.
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Data Transfer Rate
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The speed at which data is transmitted between devices or across networks, measured either in Mbps or MB/s depending on the context.