Tbps → Gbps (Fast Guide)
Core Idea: Multiply terabits per second by 1000 to get gigabits per second.
Formula
Gbps = Tbps × 1000
Quick Values
- 0.1 Tbps → 100 Gbps
- 0.25 Tbps → 250 Gbps
- 0.5 Tbps → 500 Gbps
- 1 Tbps → 1000 Gbps
- 5 Tbps → 5000 Gbps
3‑Step Example (2.4 Tbps)
- 2.4 × 1000
- = 2400
- Units: Gbps
Uses
- Backbone & peering capacity
- Bundled 100G / 400G wavelengths
- Data center interconnect scaling
Accuracy & Tips
- Always decimal (×1000), never 1024
- Aggregate many links to reach Tbps
- Watch peak vs 95th percentile load
Examples
- 0.012 Tbps → 12 Gbps
- 3.2 Tbps → 3200 Gbps
- 12.5 Tbps → 12,500 Gbps
FAQ
Why ×1000? Metric scaling. 0.01 Tbps? 10 Gbps. Binary? Not for line rates.
Mental shortcut: append three zeros (2.4 → 2400 Gbps).