Once you have gathered information on the characteristics of a server system issue, you would typically need to examine the documentation of the server system. Which of the following server-related documentation would you consult for initial performance-tuning data?

A.
Server equipment documentation.

B.
Hardware, software and driver documentation.

C.
Initial baseline data.

D.
Baseline/upgrade documentation.

Explanation:
You would need to consult your initial baseline data for initial performance-tuning information. Other initial baseline data would typically be no-load baseline performance data and baseline data under network load.
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Answers:
A: Server equipment documentation contains information on the repair policy of the manufacturer or vendor, procedures for reinitiating the system, and procedures for component-swapping.
B: Hardware, software, and driver documentation is a good source of information when you need to verify that you currently have the latest hardware and software versions and drivers installed.
D:
Baseline/upgrade documentation would contain information on server system upgrades, system maintenance, device and device driver updates, and peripheral BIOS upgrades.
References:
Charles J. Brooks, Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002), QUE Publishing, Indianapolis, 2006, pp. 488-490.