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220-1101 · Question #393
220-1101 Question #393: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: Power down the server completely and then replace the RAM.. Even with hot-swappable components, RAM is generally not hot-swappable, so the technician must power down the server completely before replacing it.
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Question
A technician is replacing the RAM on an entry-level server with hot-swappable 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.
- DVerity that the OS supports hot swapping the RAN.
Explanation
Even with hot-swappable components, RAM is generally not hot-swappable, so the technician must power down the server completely before replacing it.
Common mistakes.
- A. While a cool temperature is ideal for component handling, the primary concern for RAM replacement is power state, not ambient temperature.
- B. Replacing RAM while the server is running is dangerous and can cause severe damage or data loss because RAM is not a hot-swappable component.
- D. Verifying OS support for hot-swapping RAM is largely irrelevant because, regardless of OS, the underlying hardware architecture usually does not support hot-swapping RAM, especially in entry-level servers.
Concept tested. RAM replacement safety - hot-swapping limitations
Topics
#RAM replacement#Server maintenance#Hardware procedures#Hot-swappable components
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