Data Center Design Decision Quiz
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What is the key factor that influences making design decisions for a data center?

  • Geographical location of the data center
  • Cost of the equipment
  • Availability levels of different tasks (correct)
  • Number of machines in the data center

Which operations at the Chekhovian Bank data center are classified as 'mission-critical'?

  • Home loans
  • General transactions
  • Security and equities trading (correct)
  • ATM transactions

Why is it recommended to have redundant systems for highly utilized (mission-critical) tasks like ATM transactions?

  • To ensure continuous availability (correct)
  • To save electricity
  • To reduce maintenance costs
  • To improve efficiency

Which type of task at the Chekhovian Bank data center can tolerate occasional downtime without disastrous consequences?

<p>Home loans (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Chekhovian Bank data center, what is a good idea even though some corners can be cut?

<p>Adding redundancy for home loans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to analyze historical data and general trends when determining the availability profile of machines in a data center?

<p>To understand the risk and make informed decisions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the entire design team consider in every aspect of the design process?

<p>Insurance and local building codes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to have continual dialog with insurers and building authorities during the design phases?

<p>To avoid unnecessary changes to the plans at the last minute (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the U.S., when is code approval required for a construction project?

<p>First for the building plans, then after the construction is complete (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What signifies that everything was installed according to code in the U.S.?

<p>Later approval ensuring installation matches approved plans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential factors that may make a data center project financially unviable?

<p>Insufficient power supply from the local power company or frequent flooding problems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to assess risks and compromises during the project planning phase?

<p>To determine if the data center project is financially viable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for having redundant systems in a mission-critical data center?

<p>To prevent costly downtime (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to restrict access to the data center proper?

<p>To avoid accidental contact with hardware components (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What security measures should be in place to control access to the data center?

<p>Checkpoint-controlled access points and card readers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are cameras recommended at entry points in a data center?

<p>To be monitored by security personnel for added security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do redundant systems impact the overall cost of a mission-critical data center?

<p>They can be a prudent investment to prevent million-dollar downtime costs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using risk analysts in determining the cost-effectiveness of redundant systems?

<p>To evaluate if the investment in redundant systems is justified based on potential risks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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