Site Selection, Design, and Configuration

Selection, Design, and Configuration describes the process of building a secure facility such as a data center, from the site selection process through the final design. The exam could pose a scenario where you are asked about any part of the site selection process, beginning with the land the data center will be built on.

There are many practical concerns when selecting a site, such as parking, accessibility via roads, public transportation, nearby amenities, and hotels. The exam focuses on security concerns. Remember that physical safety of personnel is the top priority when selecting, designing, and configuring a site.

Site Selection Issues

Site selection is the “greenfield” process of choosing a ...

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