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SK0-003 · Question #135

A small push button typically found on the inside of a server case is MOST likely used for which of the following purposes?

The correct answer is D. Chassis intrusion switch. A small push button located inside a server case is most commonly a chassis intrusion switch, designed to detect unauthorized physical access.

Server hardware installation and management

Question

A small push button typically found on the inside of a server case is MOST likely used for which of the following purposes?

Options

  • AUID switch
  • BPower switch
  • CCooling fan switch
  • DChassis intrusion switch

How the community answered

(47 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    91% (43)

Why each option

A small push button located inside a server case is most commonly a chassis intrusion switch, designed to detect unauthorized physical access.

AUID switch

A UID (Unit Identification) button is usually on the outside of a server, often flashing a light to help locate a specific server in a rack.

BPower switch

The main power switch is typically located on the outside front of the server case for user accessibility.

CCooling fan switch

Cooling fan switches are not common; fan speeds are usually controlled automatically by the system's thermal management firmware or through software.

DChassis intrusion switchCorrect

Many servers include a chassis intrusion switch, often a small button that is pressed when the server case is closed and released when the case is opened. This switch is designed to detect unauthorized physical access to the server's internal components and can trigger a system log entry, an alert, or even prevent the system from booting for security purposes.

Concept tested: Server hardware physical security features

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/security/credentials-protection/credential-guard-requirements

Topics

#Chassis intrusion#Server security#Hardware components

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