After Applying a Set of OS Patches, a Systems Administrator

question 314

Multiple Choice

After applying a set of OS patches, a systems administrator finds that, on reboot, a server hangs with a blinking cursor after the system POST. Which of the following should the administrator do FIRST?

• A) Attempt to reload the master boot record
• B) Replace the boot drive, and reinstall the OS
• C) Restore the server from backup
• D) Clone the boot drive to another hard drive

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