A technician is installing a new system in a facility that requires zero downtime.
The facility uses a backup generator in case of power loss.
Into which of the following power sources should the technician plug the system to offer optimal uptime?
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A. B. C. D.D.
To ensure optimal uptime for a new system being installed in a facility that requires zero downtime and uses a backup generator in case of power loss, the technician should connect the system to a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) that utilizes the emergency power source. The correct answer is option D.
Explanation: A UPS is an electrical device that provides emergency power to connected devices in the event of a power outage or power surge. It provides temporary power to the connected devices until either the power is restored, or the devices are safely shut down.
In this scenario, plugging the system directly into the emergency power source (option B) would not be optimal because the emergency power source may not be able to handle the power requirements of the system. Moreover, the emergency power source may not provide clean and stable power to the system, which could damage the hardware.
Plugging only a surge protector into the UPS (option C) would also not be optimal because a surge protector only protects against power surges, not power outages. Therefore, if there is a power outage, the system would shut down and could potentially lose data or cause other issues.
Option A, "Only a surge protector is needed due to the backup generator," is incorrect. A backup generator does not offer any protection against power surges, which could still damage the hardware. Additionally, if the system is directly connected to the backup generator, it may not have time to shut down properly when the generator is activated, leading to potential data loss or other issues.
Therefore, the best option is to connect the system to a UPS that utilizes the emergency power source (option D). This will provide clean, stable power to the system during a power outage, allowing it to continue running without interruption until the power is restored or the system is safely shut down.