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SK0-003 · Question #320

While troubleshooting a video problem on an application server, the system administrator has determined that the video firmware should be updated. Which of the following sources should be used to loca

The correct answer is B. Video chipset manufacturer C. Server manufacturer. To locate appropriate video firmware updates for a server, the administrator should consult the server manufacturer and the video chipset manufacturer.

Troubleshooting

Question

While troubleshooting a video problem on an application server, the system administrator has determined that the video firmware should be updated. Which of the following sources should be used to locate an appropriate update for this hardware? (Select TWO).

Options

  • AThird-party manufacturer
  • BVideo chipset manufacturer
  • CServer manufacturer
  • DOperating system manufacturer
  • EShareware file sharing site

How the community answered

(33 responses)
  • A
    6% (2)
  • B
    79% (26)
  • D
    12% (4)
  • E
    3% (1)

Why each option

To locate appropriate video firmware updates for a server, the administrator should consult the server manufacturer and the video chipset manufacturer.

AThird-party manufacturer

A "third-party manufacturer" is too general; while components may be sourced from third parties, the server or chipset manufacturer provides the most reliable and specific updates.

BVideo chipset manufacturerCorrect

The video chipset manufacturer (e.g., NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) provides the foundational firmware and drivers for their specific hardware, which are essential for its proper function.

CServer manufacturerCorrect

The server manufacturer (e.g., Dell, HPE, Lenovo) is the primary source for integrated component firmware updates, as they often provide customized, tested, and certified firmware ensuring compatibility with their specific server models.

DOperating system manufacturer

The operating system manufacturer primarily provides generic drivers or integrates drivers from hardware vendors, but typically does not develop or distribute hardware-specific firmware updates.

EShareware file sharing site

Shareware file sharing sites are highly unreliable and dangerous sources for firmware, as files can be outdated, incorrect, or contain malicious software.

Concept tested: Sourcing hardware firmware updates

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/install/updating-driver-firmware

Topics

#Firmware updates#Driver sources#Server manufacturer#Hardware troubleshooting

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