NCP-AII Question 57
Select 4A data center administrator is tasked with deploying NVIDIA GPUs in a server to support AI workloads. To ensure optimal performance and compatibility, which of the following factors should the administrator verify before installation?
- A
The server's power supply can handle the power requirements of the GPUs.
- B
The server's CPU is from the same manufacturer as the GPUs.
- C
The server's PCIe slots support the GPUs' interface and bandwidth requirements.
- D
The operating system installed on the server has drivers compatible with the GPUs.
- E
The server has adequate physical space and cooling for the GPU cards.
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Correct answers: A, C, D, E
Explanation
When deploying NVIDIA GPUs in a server for AI workloads, administrators must ensure that the server can provide sufficient power, has PCIe slots that meet the GPUs’ requirements, supports compatible drivers, and has adequate physical space and cooling. These factors directly impact the GPUs' performance and reliability. While CPU and GPU compatibility is important, the manufacturer of the CPU is not a determining factor for NVIDIA GPU deployment.
- A. Correct.
Correct: GPUs can have high power requirements, and the server’s power supply must be able to provide sufficient power to ensure stable operation.
- B. Incorrect.
Incorrect: While CPU and GPU compatibility is important, they do not need to be from the same manufacturer. NVIDIA GPUs are compatible with CPUs from various vendors.
- C. Correct.
Correct: The server’s PCIe slots must support the GPUs' interface and provide sufficient bandwidth for optimal performance.
- D. Correct.
Correct: Compatible drivers are crucial for the operating system to communicate effectively with the GPUs.
- E. Correct.
Correct: GPUs are often physically large and generate significant heat, so the server must have enough space and adequate cooling to support them.