SK0-005 server-hardware-installation-management Practice Question
A server technician is mounting a 4U server in a standard 19-inch rack. Which of the following safety precautions is MOST important before lifting the server into place?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Confirm that the rack's weight capacity can support the server.
Ensuring the rack can support the server's weight is critical to prevent the rack from tipping or collapsing, which could cause serious injury or equipment damage.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Ensure the server's power supply voltage matches the rack's PDU.
Why it's wrong here
Voltage matching is an electrical matter, not a physical safety risk during lifting. It can be verified after the server is installed.
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Install cable management arms before mounting.
Why it's wrong here
Cable management arms are optional and installed after the server is in place. They are irrelevant to lifting safety.
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Confirm that the rack's weight capacity can support the server.
Why this is correct
Exceeding weight limits can cause the rack to become unstable or collapse, posing a direct physical danger to the technician and nearby equipment.
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Verify that the rack is properly grounded.
Why it's wrong here
Grounding is important for electrical safety but is not the most immediate concern before physically mounting the server. Weight capacity is the primary safety factor.
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