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What is the primary reason for placing heavier devices toward the bottom of the rack when installing replacement hardware?
The correct answer is A. To maintain rack stability. The primary reason for placing heavier equipment, such as UPS units or core switches, at the bottom of a rack is to maintain stability. A lower center of gravity reduces the risk of tipping, especially when the rack is not yet bolted or braced. This is a standard safety…
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What is the primary reason for placing heavier devices toward the bottom of the rack when installing replacement hardware?
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- ATo maintain rack stability
- BTo simplify device maintenance
- CTo improve air circulation
- DTo facilitate easier cable management
How the community answered
(28 responses)- A86% (24)
- B7% (2)
- C4% (1)
- D4% (1)
Explanation
The primary reason for placing heavier equipment, such as UPS units or core switches, at the bottom of a rack is to maintain stability. A lower center of gravity reduces the risk of tipping, especially when the rack is not yet bolted or braced. This is a standard safety precaution in network hardware installation and is particularly important when racks are being serviced or relocated.
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