ESXi fails to boot with the error: "Error Loading /s.v00" "Fatal Error: 8 (Device Error)"
Article ID: 309334
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Products
VMware vSphere ESXi
Issue/Introduction
The ESXi host fails to boot following a successful installation or upgrade.
You see the below error on the screen:
Cause
This issue can occur if you are using:
- Hardware that is not listed in the Broadcom Compatibility Guide
- A corrupt ESXi installation file supplied by a vendor
- A vendor-provided USB drive or CD/DVD media that is faulty
- The boot device, such as a USB Flash Drive or SD Flash Card, that is being installed on is corrupt or faulty.
- Incompatible firmware installed on the server
Resolution
- Confirm that your hardware is supported and then contact the vendor for replacement media or download the most recent ESXi revision from the Broadcom support portal.
- Checking your firmware and BIOS levels to ensure compatibility with ESXi
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