Mbps → Gbps (Quick Conversion)
Core Idea: 1000 Mbps = 1 Gbps. Divide by 1000.
Formula
Gbps = Mbps ÷ 1000
Quick Values
- 500 Mbps → 0.5 Gbps
- 1000 Mbps → 1 Gbps
- 2500 Mbps → 2.5 Gbps
- 10000 Mbps → 10 Gbps
3‑Step Example (2500 Mbps)
- 2500 ÷ 1000
- = 2.5
- Units: Gbps
Uses
- Plan upgrades / multi‑gig evaluation
- LAN backbone planning
- Server uplink sizing
- Fiber vs cable comparisons
Accuracy & Tips
- Real 1 G ≈ 940 Mbps (overhead)
- Use Cat6/Cat6a for >1 Gbps
- Check NIC & router capability
Examples
- 1800 Mbps → 1.8 Gbps
- 750 Mbps → 0.75 Gbps
- 12000 Mbps → 12 Gbps
FAQ
Why divide by 1000? Metric scaling.
Need multi‑gig? Heavy upload / large data sets.
Mbps vs MB/s? Divide Mbps by 8 for MB/s.
Tip: Move decimal 3 places left (2500 → 2.5 Gbps).