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Node fails to boot with error: failed to load ldlinux.c32 Boot failed: change disks and press a key

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Applies to

  • Element Software
  • H-Series Node

Issue

Scenarios: 

  • Node stuck in PENDING ACTIVE after attempting an RTFI (using bootable USB)
  • Node fails to boot with below error when a power drain is performed post RTFI failure.
  • Error:
    Failed to load ldlinux.c32
    Boot failed: change disks and press a key to continue

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