You are in the process of adding additional RAM to your server, what should you do before you purchase more RAM?
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A.
Identify the amount of RAM
B.
The RAM fits the system board slot
C.
Buy from one manufacturer
D.
Check that the RAM is compatible with the existing RAM
Explanation:
Memory issues rarely require a system’s BIOS to be upgraded. One possible exception would be when an available BIOS upgrade permits a greater amount of system RAM or it could be that your computer refuses to recognize that compatible RAM is installed.
Incorrect Answers:
A: That is only decided when you know it is compatible and we do not.
B: Many different RAM types can be used in different slots but you should first make sure that is compatible.
C: This is okay but you must firstly determine what is supported and compatible with your configuration.
Reference:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 390.