Question 501 · 624 in bank
An engineer is experiencing unexpected reboots on a graphics workstation when rendering complex 3-D models. The workstation is configured with a 115V power supply that is rated at 200W and connected to a UPS. The central processing unit contains 16 hyperthreaded cores, and a discrete graphics solution utilizing an 8- pin power connector is installed in a PCI Express x16 slot. Which of the following indicates where the technician should begin troubleshooting?
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Answer: B
Explanation
The technician should begin troubleshooting by checking the power supply, as 200W may be insufficient when the GPU is heavily tasked. A discrete graphics solution utilizing an 8-pin power connector typically requires more power than a built-in graphics solution. A 200W power supply may be sufficient for the workstation when the GPU is not heavily utilized, but may not provide enough power when the GPU is heavily tasked. This can cause unexpected reboots, stability issues, or other problems. The technician should verify that the power supply is providing enough power to support the workstation configuration and consider upgrading the power supply if necessary. The other options listed, such as the UPS, graphics card, and motherboard, may also contribute to the issue, but are less likely to be the root cause based on the information provided.
Source: Adapted from community discussion — freeman016