What Is This Tool?
This unit converter helps transform measurements from Virtual Tributary 2 (signal), a telecom sub-rate format carrying E1 payloads, into SCSI (Fast Ultra) units, which represent high-performance device-to-host transfer speeds. It supports integrating telecommunications capacity with computer storage system throughput for planning and network design.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the number of Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) units you want to convert.
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Select Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) as the from unit and SCSI (Fast Ultra) as the to unit.
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Use the conversion formula or automated tool to calculate the equivalent SCSI (Fast Ultra) value.
Key Features
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Converts data transfer rates between Virtual Tributary 2 (VT2) and SCSI (Fast Ultra).
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Supports telecom payload and IT storage interface integration.
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Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward conversion formula.
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Displays relevant use cases from both telecommunications and storage areas.
Examples
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10 Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) converts to 0.144 SCSI (Fast Ultra).
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50 Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) converts to 0.72 SCSI (Fast Ultra).
Common Use Cases
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Transporting E1 (2.048 Mbps) circuits over a SONET backbone using VT2 signals.
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Connecting high-performance servers with RAID controllers via SCSI (Fast Ultra).
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Performing capacity planning for telecom and storage system integration.
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Configuring multiplexers or cross-connects for PDH channels and storage peripherals.
Tips & Best Practices
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Understand that VT2 relates to telecom payload rates while SCSI (Fast Ultra) describes device interface throughput.
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Use this conversion mainly for estimation and planning rather than direct data interoperability.
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Consider protocol overheads and practical data transport limitations beyond nominal conversion values.
Limitations
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VT2 and SCSI (Fast Ultra) belong to different technology domains, affecting direct compatibility.
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Conversion provides approximate equivalence but does not guarantee precise real-world throughput matching.
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Protocol overhead and varying conditions can impact actual data rates beyond the conversion factor.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Virtual Tributary 2 (signal) measure?
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It measures a SONET/SDH sub-rate signal carrying a 2.048 Mbps E1 payload within higher-rate frames for telecom multiplexing.
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What is SCSI (Fast Ultra) used for?
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SCSI (Fast Ultra) is a parallel signalling mode designed for high-speed device-to-host data transfer on storage peripherals and servers.
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Can I use this conversion for direct data transfer compatibility?
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No, this conversion is intended for estimation and planning purposes because VT2 and SCSI operate in different technology areas.
Key Terminology
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Virtual Tributary 2 (VT2)
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A SONET/SDH sub-rate signal format carrying a 2.048 Mbps E1 payload inside higher-rate frames for telecom multiplexing.
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SCSI (Fast Ultra)
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Parallel SCSI signalling modes combining Fast and Ultra extensions to increase device-to-host throughput while staying compatible with SCSI commands.
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E1 Channel
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A digital transmission format at 2.048 Mbps used in telecommunication networks, carried by VT2 signals.