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Node expantion with NVMe drives and newer AOS/AHV? What is the file to update the cluster to recognize the new hardware

  • February 27, 2025
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Node expantion with NVMe drives and newer AOS/AHV on the new node? What is the file to update that updates the cluster to recognize the new hardware models. Bascially having to downgrade a factory G9 node on an older cluster. When you run foundation it doesn’t recognize the newer hardware and errors out.

JeroenTielen
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Look at the compatibility and interoperability matrix  search you g9 node and see which versions it supports:

https://portal.nutanix.com/page/documents/compatibility-interoperability-matrix

there is no file to edit to make it work. 
 

foundation your node to match the version of you production cluster and then do a cluster expansion. 
 

if the new node doesnt support your current production cluster, lcm your production cluster to a higher version. 
 

Or, involve support ;). They rock. 


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Thanks but no that is not right. I just had to do this a few months back so I know it can be done and why I'm asking the question. Yes moving the cluster to a newer version could solve the problem but out of scope. 


JeroenTielen
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I know it is possible. ;) but not a supported solution. Have you added hardware which is not on the hcl, as foundation wil trow in an error when so?? Contact support. They are there to help you. 


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Great then stop posting if you have nothing to add


JeroenTielen
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You are not answering my questions. 🤷


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You can't read my question 🤣so stop pandering and let someone else who can


JeroenTielen
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I genuine wanted to help you. But if you only want to know the file to edit then I can help you. 
 

But if you can explain a bit more what you wanted to do then we can both sort this out the official way. If not, then I wont bother you anymore. 
 

Can you say a bit more about the current cluster and his versions and hardware? And the new node specs?  (I still assume this not ce). 


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