NCP-AII Question 65
Select 3You are tasked with installing a new server equipped with NVIDIA GPUs into your organization's data center to support AI workflows. Which of the following steps are essential to ensure proper installation and functionality of the GPU-based server?
- A
Verify that the server's power supply can handle the additional power requirements of the GPUs.
- B
Install the latest NVIDIA GPU drivers and CUDA toolkit compatible with the server's operating system.
- C
Disable PCIe slots in the BIOS to prevent potential GPU conflicts.
- D
Ensure proper airflow and cooling in the server rack to prevent GPU overheating.
- E
Directly connect each GPU to the server's network interface card (NIC) for improved performance.
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
To ensure proper installation and functionality of GPU-based servers, verifying the power supply, installing the necessary software stack (like drivers and CUDA toolkit), and ensuring adequate cooling are essential steps. Disabling PCIe slots or connecting GPUs directly to NICs are not part of standard practices for GPU server installation.
- A. Correct.
Correct. GPUs have significant power requirements, and verifying the server's power supply can prevent hardware issues during operation.
- B. Correct.
Correct. Installing the latest NVIDIA GPU drivers and CUDA toolkit is crucial for leveraging GPU capabilities and compatibility with the software stack.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Disabling PCIe slots would prevent GPUs from functioning properly, as they require PCIe lanes to communicate with the server's CPU and memory.
- D. Correct.
Correct. Proper airflow and cooling are critical to maintaining GPU performance and preventing thermal throttling or hardware damage.
- E. Incorrect.
Incorrect. GPUs do not require direct connections to a NIC for performance. They interface with the system through PCIe slots and work with other components via the server's architecture.