Which of the following fire suppression systems is MOST likely used in a datacenter?

A.
FM-200

B.
Dry-pipe

C.
Wet-pipe

D.
Vacuum

Explanation:
FM200 is a gas and the principle of a gas system is that it displaces the oxygen in the room, thereby
removing this essential component of a fi re. in a data center is is the preferred choice of fire suppressant.
Incorrect Answers:
B: Dry-pipe fire suppression is not the optimal fire suppressant to be used.
C: Wet-pipe fire suppression will douse a fire, but will also case extensive damage to electrical equipment.
D: A vacuum suppression will also result in more damage to components in the area of the vacuum,
whereas a gas system will just starve the fire of oxygen which is more preferable in a data center to use as
a fire suppressant.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, p. 380