A datacenter has exceeded the load on the central uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for the room and is causing power load problems. Additional power is available, but not using the central UPS. Which of the following is the BEST temporary solution for adding new servers until an upgrade of the central UPS can occur?
A) Continue plugging into the central UPS, but put the UPS on bypass to avoid load problems.
B) Plug the servers directly into the power that is not on the UPS.
C) Add stand alone UPSs for new servers not wired off the central UPS.
D) Continue plugging into the central UPS because the actual load supported is actually higher than stated.

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Adding standalone UPSs for new servers not wired off the central UPS provides temporary backup power and avoids overloading the central UPS.

A Datacenter Has Exceeded the Load on the Central Uninterruptible