DannyBurchett
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Can't install ESXi on HPDL380 G6 - Stops at vmkibft loaded successfully

Hi,

Hope someone can assist on this, I've got an HP DL380 G6 that I'm trying to get ESXi6 installed on, it starts okay then stops at the vmkibft loaded successfully screen. I've so far tried the following, none of which has made any difference! You can still swap around between the screens, however the install is just stopped!

Remove the FC cards as they are no longer needed (not SAN connected).

Remove the extra 4 port Ethernet card.

Use the HP Specific ESXi image.

Tried ESXi 5.5 HP Image, same error.

Update server to latest firmware from HP Site.

Tried with ethernet connected to on board ports, also disconnected.

Left it over the weekend to ensure it's not "Slow booting".

The install screen is as below

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Any advice would be very gratefully received!

Danny