CDCS Exam Dumps : EXIN EPI Certified Data Centre Specialist

Perforated tiles with integrated dampers are common in raised-floor data centers because they allow airflow regulation at the rack level. However, even when the damper is fully open, the mechanism inside the tile restricts airflow. This typically reduces the delivered airflow by around 10% compared to a non-dampered tile of the same type.

Option A is incorrect because dampers do not affect supply temperature; they only throttle volume.

Option B is wrong since dampers cannot increase volume—they only add resistance.

Option D is partially true that dampers help with temperature balancing, but the main effect (in open position) is volume reduction.

Thus, the technical impact of dampers in open position is a slight airflow reduction, usually quantified as ~10%.

The cooling capacity of a raised floor tile is primarily influenced by the percentage of surface opening, the obstruction caused by the supporting construction, the pressure under the raised floor, and the damper construction. These factors dictate how much airflow can pass through the tile and how effectively cool air is distributed to the equipment in the data center.

Detailed Explanation:

The percentage of surface opening on a floor tile affects how much air can flow through, with larger openings allowing more airflow. Supporting structures beneath the floor can obstruct airflow, reducing cooling efficiency. Pressure under the raised floor impacts the velocity and volume of air that moves through the tile. Additionally, if dampers are installed, they control the airflow rate, which can be adjusted to meet specific cooling needs for the area.

EPI Data Center Specialist References:

EPI guidance on airflow management under raised floors emphasizes these factors as critical for effective cooling, especially in high-density areas. Ensuring unobstructed and adequate airflow helps maintain consistent cooling across equipment.

A Rated-4 facility requires dual active utility feeds, each from an independent substation, but they may come from the same utility provider if substations are geographically separate and independent.

Option A is too strict; ANSI/TIA-942 does not mandate two different companies.

Options C and D do not provide true independence and would fail Rated-4 requirements.

Thus, the minimum is two substations, possibly same provider.