Dell EMC Associate – PowerEdge Server Specialist — Question 23

A PowerEdge 14G server administrator has to shut down a server for urgent intervention. They don't want to risk any data loss but don't know the OS password.
What steps should be taken?

Answer options

• A. Connect to Lifecycle Controller > Server management > Send OS shutdown command
• B. Connect to iDRAC > Dashboard tab > click Graceful Shutdown
• C. Connect to iDRAC > Dashboard tab > click Power Off System in the dropdown menu
• D. Connect to Lifecycle Controller > Server management > Power Off System

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because using the Graceful Shutdown option in iDRAC allows the operating system to safely close all applications and processes, minimizing the risk of data loss. The other options either do not ensure a graceful shutdown or involve commands that could lead to abrupt power loss.