An administrator is alerted to an issue with server hardware deployed as a virtualization host. The alert indicates a predictive failure in a DIMM module. Which of the following is the BEST action for the administrator to take?
An administrator is alerted to an issue with server hardware deployed as a virtualization host. The alert indicates a predictive failure in a DIMM module. Which of the following is the BEST action for the administrator to take?
When alerted to a predictive failure in a DIMM module on a virtualization host, the administrator should take prompt and decisive action to mitigate the risk of an actual failure. The best course of action is to schedule an outage to replace the failed module immediately. This allows for proper planning and system shutdown, ensuring safe replacement of the hardware and minimizing the risk of data loss or further issues. Although there may be short-term disruptions, this approach ensures the integrity and stability of the system in the long run. Hot swapping is not typically an option for DIMM modules, thus eliminating choices B and D.
DIMM's can not be hot swappable
B or A?
A, because DIMM's can not be hot swappable.
Here's why: It addresses the urgency of the predictive failure alert, reducing the risk of an actual failure occurring. Scheduling an outage allows for proper planning and notification to affected users or systems. It ensures the replacement can be done safely, with the system powered down, which is typically necessary for memory replacement. This approach balances the need for prompt action with the need for controlled, safe maintenance on a critical system. It allows for proper testing after replacement to ensure system stability. While scheduling an immediate outage may cause some short-term disruption, it's the safest and most responsible course of action given the critical nature of a virtualization host and the potential consequences of an actual memory failure. This approach minimizes the risk of unplanned downtime or data loss that could result from an actual failure of the DIMM module.