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A small business is setting up a new server room and wants to ensure the physical environment protects its hardware. Which of the following is the MOST important environmental control to implement first to prevent immediate damage to equipment?
- AWater leakage detection
- BFire suppression system
- CTemperature and humidity control
- DUninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
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Correct answer: C. Temperature and humidity control
Maintaining appropriate temperature and humidity levels is crucial for the immediate and long-term health of electronic equipment. Extreme heat can lead to overheating and component failure, while high humidity can cause condensation and corrosion.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Water leakage detection is important but addresses a specific type of environmental hazard, not the most common and immediate one.
- B. A fire suppression system is critical for safety but addresses a less frequent, though catastrophic, event compared to daily environmental conditions.
- D. A UPS provides power stability and backup, addressing electrical issues, not the physical environmental conditions like heat and moisture.
Environmental Controls
Measures implemented to manage and regulate the physical conditions of a facility to protect IT infrastructure and personnel.
- Protect against heat, humidity, fire, and water.
- Essential for hardware longevity and operational stability.
- Includes HVAC, fire suppression, and leak detection.
Memory trick: Servers need a cool, dry, safe home.