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SY0-301 · Question #704

The datacenter manager is reviewing a problem with a humidity factor that is too low. Which of the following environmental problems may occur?

The correct answer is B. Static electricity. Low humidity in a datacenter environment causes electrostatic discharge (ESD), commonly known as static electricity buildup. This is dangerous because static discharge can damage or destroy sensitive electronic components. High humidity, by contrast, leads to condensation. EMI…

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Question

The datacenter manager is reviewing a problem with a humidity factor that is too low. Which of the following environmental problems may occur?

Options

  • AEMI emanations
  • BStatic electricity
  • CCondensation
  • DDry-pipe fire suppression

How the community answered

(23 responses)
  • A
    4% (1)
  • B
    91% (21)
  • D
    4% (1)

Explanation

Low humidity in a datacenter environment causes electrostatic discharge (ESD), commonly known as static electricity buildup. This is dangerous because static discharge can damage or destroy sensitive electronic components. High humidity, by contrast, leads to condensation. EMI emanations are related to electromagnetic interference, not humidity. Dry-pipe fire suppression is a fire safety system, not an environmental consequence of low humidity.

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#environmental controls#humidity#static electricity#datacenter physical security

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