Server Room Fire Prevention Quiz

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What is a common cause of server room fires related to electrical components?

Improper cable management
Overloading plug sockets (correct)
Inadequate ventilation
Excessive use of extension cords

What can lead to overheating electronics in a server room?

Excessive use of LED lighting
Failure of AC (correct)
Use of energy-efficient equipment
Presence of fire extinguishers

What can cause subfloor wiring problems in a server room?

Use of wireless technology
Presence of fire-resistant materials
Weak subfloors (correct)
Regular maintenance

Why are server room walls more vulnerable to fires igniting nearby?

Presence of holes and conduits for cables (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to prevent dirt and grease buildup in a server room?

Keeping the server room clean and clutter-free (D) Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended to prevent server room fires?

Carrying out a Fire Risk Assessment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the acceptable operating temperature range recommended by ASHRAE for a server room?

18° to 27°C (A) Signup and view all the answers

What organization is responsible for setting standards related to heating, refrigerating, and air-conditioning engineers?

ASHRAE (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of proper ventilation in a server room?

To prevent equipment overheating (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can help in preventing equipment overheating in a server room?

Keeping the room cool (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action to keep the server room clutter-free?

Avoiding the use of boxes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be consulted to ensure proper ventilation in a server room?

The HVAC team (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Delta temperature in the context of cooling techniques?

The difference in temperature between the air being used for cooling and the temperature of the equipment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended operating temperature range for maximum uptime and hardware life according to ASHRAE 2005?

18° to 27°C (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended humidity level for data centers according to ASHRAE's 2016 guidelines?

40 to 50% (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing various temperature and humidity sensors in key locations in the server room?

To monitor environmental conditions and ensure proper cooling (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a thermostat in a server room cooling system?

To provide a simple user interface with the internal workings of the climate control system (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the hot/cold aisle layout in a data center?

To ensure consistent airflow direction throughout the rows of racks (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a portable AC unit in a server room?

To act as a temporary solution for cooling (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaporative cooling in a data center?

To introduce liquid water directly into the air without adding thermal energy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for monitoring the cooling systems and equipment distribution in a server room?

Monitor temperature, airflow, and humidity at the rack-level (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a humidifier in a data center?

To prevent electrostatic discharge damaging servers and offer evaporative cooling (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a two-wire thermostat in an HVAC system?

To serve as a simple user interface with the internal workings of the climate control system (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of monitoring temperature, humidity, and airflow in the server room?

To ensure proper cooling and equipment safety (D) Signup and view all the answers