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SK0-003 · Question #814

A technician would like to upgrade the processor in a server. In order to upgrade the processor, the technician needs to know which of the following? (Select TWO).

The correct answer is B. Socket type C. Brand type. To upgrade a server's processor, a technician must identify the compatible socket type on the motherboard and the processor's brand (e.g., Intel or AMD) to ensure hardware compatibility.

Server hardware installation and management

Question

A technician would like to upgrade the processor in a server. In order to upgrade the processor, the technician needs to know which of the following? (Select TWO).

Options

  • AMemory type
  • BSocket type
  • CBrand type
  • DAvailable expansion slots
  • EPower supply voltage

How the community answered

(45 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    87% (39)
  • D
    2% (1)
  • E
    9% (4)

Why each option

To upgrade a server's processor, a technician must identify the compatible socket type on the motherboard and the processor's brand (e.g., Intel or AMD) to ensure hardware compatibility.

AMemory type

Memory type (e.g., DDR4, DDR5) is relevant for RAM upgrades, but not directly for selecting a compatible processor, although the processor does support certain memory types.

BSocket typeCorrect

The socket type on the motherboard dictates the physical connector and pin layout required for the CPU, so a new processor must match the existing socket or the motherboard must also be replaced.

CBrand typeCorrect

The brand type, primarily Intel or AMD, determines the specific architecture and instruction sets supported, and motherboards are typically designed to support processors from only one of these manufacturers.

DAvailable expansion slots

Available expansion slots are for adding peripheral cards (e.g., NICs, GPUs), not for upgrading the main processor.

EPower supply voltage

While the power supply must be adequate for all components, knowing its exact voltage output is less critical than socket and brand type for initial processor compatibility and selection, as most CPUs operate within standard voltage ranges provided by compatible motherboards.

Concept tested: CPU upgrade compatibility factors

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/hardware-requirements

Topics

#CPU upgrade#Processor compatibility#Socket type#Brand type

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