Troubleshooting VMware-specific issues
Server reboots during VMware Assisted installation
Symptom
When performing a VMware Assisted installation with DVD as source media, after Pre-installation is
complete, the server reboots and the server begins loading the ESXi installer again rather than opening
the OS.
Cause
VMware OS installed on HDD continuously reboots if a USB is connected to SUT.
Action
1. Remove the USB device.
2. Continue the installation