You have a problem with the system startup process immediately after the power-supply fan activates. Which of the following is likely to be the issue?
A.
There is an issue with the RAID controller.
B.
There is an issue with the floppy disk drive.
C.
There is an issue with the CPU.
D.
None of the above.
Explanation:
Immediately after power is applied, the power-supply fan activates. The second step that occurs when you start a system is the reset of system components. This is indicated by the keyboard lights flashing. To move from the power-supply fan activating to thekeyboard lights flashing, the processor is called. You should therefore check that the configured voltage settings and speed settings match the CPU type and speed that have been selected.
Incorrect
Answers:
A, B: The
RAID controller and floppy disk drive are tested after the system components are tested, and cannot therefore be the issue.
D: Option C is the correct answer.
References:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 490-493.