220-1101 · Question #256
A technician is replacing the RAM on an entry-level server with hot-swappabte components. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT?
The correct answer is D. Verify that the OS supports hot swapping the RAM. Hot-swappable hardware means the physical components can be inserted or removed while the system is powered on without causing hardware damage. However, hardware capability alone does not guarantee the operating system can recognize and handle the change dynamically. The OS must
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A technician is replacing the RAM on an entry-level server with hot-swappabte components. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT?
Options
- AReplace the RAM while the server is at a cool temperature
- BReplace the RAM while the server is running
- CPower down the server completely and then replace the RAM
- DVerify that the OS supports hot swapping the RAM
How the community answered
(26 responses)- A4% (1)
- B8% (2)
- C12% (3)
- D77% (20)
Explanation
Hot-swappable hardware means the physical components can be inserted or removed while the system is powered on without causing hardware damage. However, hardware capability alone does not guarantee the operating system can recognize and handle the change dynamically. The OS must have drivers and support for memory hot-plug events to avoid crashes or data corruption. This is especially important for entry-level servers where such advanced OS-level support may not be configured or present. Replacing RAM while the server is running (B) without first verifying OS support could cause a system crash. Powering down entirely (C) defeats the purpose of hot-swap. Temperature (A) is not a prerequisite for hot-swap procedures.
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