vmware / vmware/photon

Can not access PhotonOS after upgrade from 3.0 to 4.0

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Description

I see docker initializing but I do not have any console access and the server is not getting an IP address. Is there a way to force access to the OS to work out what is wrong?

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are identified. Start by reviewing the PhotonOS 3.0-to-4.0 upgrade path and the console, Docker initialization, and network setup described in the report; done requires identifying a reproducible cause and a verified way to regain OS access and networking.

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Assessment

Tech stack
docker, linux
Domain
networking, operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
15/100

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