SK0-003 · Question #536
Which of the following devices is susceptible to ESD?
The correct answer is B. Memory modules. Electronic components, particularly those with delicate integrated circuits, are highly susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Question
Which of the following devices is susceptible to ESD?
Options
- ACertified power cable
- BMemory modules
- CCAT5 cable
- DUSB flash drives
How the community answered
(38 responses)- A3% (1)
- B92% (35)
- C5% (2)
Why each option
Electronic components, particularly those with delicate integrated circuits, are highly susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD).
A certified power cable is designed to be robust and transmit power, making it generally resistant to damage from electrostatic discharge.
Memory modules (RAM) contain sensitive integrated circuits that can be permanently damaged by electrostatic discharge, making proper ESD precautions crucial when handling them to prevent component failure.
A CAT5 cable consists primarily of copper wires and insulation, which are not typically damaged by electrostatic discharge, although extreme ESD could temporarily disrupt signals.
While USB flash drives contain integrated circuits and are susceptible to ESD, memory modules are generally considered more delicate and a primary example of ESD-sensitive components emphasized in IT handling best practices.
Concept tested: ESD susceptibility of electronic components
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/administration/server-core/install/server-core-requirements
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