Dell EMC Associate – PowerEdge Server Specialist — Question 8

What is a benefit of having an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) attached to a server?

Answer options

• A. Provides permanent power to a server, eliminating the need for a wall outlet.
• B. Keeps a server running during a long power outage
• C. Provides short-term protection to allow a server to be shut down gracefully.
• D. Replaces the need for power supplies in a server.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because a UPS provides short-term power during outages, allowing for a safe shutdown of the server to prevent data loss. Option A is incorrect as a UPS does not eliminate the need for a wall outlet; it supplements power. Option B is misleading since a UPS is designed for short-term use, not for long outages. Option D is false as the UPS does not replace power supplies; it works alongside them.