To ensure that physical housekeeping duties are performed, a realistic cleaning schedule should be drawn up and followed. For which of the following is it advisable to perform daily?

A.
Check the ventilator slots of each server to ensure that there is nothing obstructing the ventilator slot.

B.
Check the fans to ensure proper operation.

C.
Perform an operational check on each hard drive.

D.
Clean the exterior of all servers, monitors, and keyboards.

Explanation:
A typical daily task should be to check the ventilator slots of each server to ensure that there is nothing obstructing the ventilator slot.
Incorrect Answers:
B: Checking the fans to ensure proper operation can be specified as a monthly housekeeping duty.
C: Performing an operational check on each hard drive is also usually a monthly housekeeping duty.

D: You should clean the exterior of all servers, monitors, and keyboards on a weekly basis.
References:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 449-450.