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SG0-001 · Question #490

Which of the following is the BEST way to maintain the operational environment in a datacenter?

The correct answer is A. Seal the room so the outside environment has less impact on the datacenter environment.. The best way to maintain a datacenter's operational environment is to seal the room, minimizing external environmental influences like dust and uncontrolled temperature/humidity.

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Question

Which of the following is the BEST way to maintain the operational environment in a datacenter?

Options

  • ASeal the room so the outside environment has less impact on the datacenter environment.
  • BRun the systems in "low-power" mode to put less strain on the HVAC unit(s).
  • COpen the doors to the datacenter and run large fans to pull hot air away from the room.
  • DProvide one-for-one backup (n + n) HVAC units so each unit operates more efficiently.

How the community answered

(34 responses)
  • A
    94% (32)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

The best way to maintain a datacenter's operational environment is to seal the room, minimizing external environmental influences like dust and uncontrolled temperature/humidity.

ASeal the room so the outside environment has less impact on the datacenter environment.Correct

Sealing a datacenter room is crucial for maintaining a stable and controlled operational environment by preventing contaminants like dust and unfiltered air from entering. This also allows the HVAC and humidity control systems to operate efficiently by minimizing external temperature and humidity fluctuations.

BRun the systems in "low-power" mode to put less strain on the HVAC unit(s).

Running systems in "low-power" mode reduces workload and heat but compromises performance and doesn't address environmental control issues like dust or humidity, which are vital for long-term operational stability.

COpen the doors to the datacenter and run large fans to pull hot air away from the room.

Opening datacenter doors and using external fans is a temporary emergency measure that introduces uncontrolled dust, humidity, and external temperatures, making it detrimental to maintaining a stable operational environment.

DProvide one-for-one backup (n + n) HVAC units so each unit operates more efficiently.

Providing N+N HVAC units ensures redundancy and sufficient cooling capacity for temperature control, but it does not address other critical environmental factors like external particulate contamination or humidity control as effectively as sealing the room.

Concept tested: Datacenter physical environment best practices

Topics

#datacenter operations#environmental control#cooling#physical environment

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