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esx.problem.storage.apd.timeout

Summary

Device or filesystem has entered the All Paths Down Timeout state after being in the All Paths Down state for N seconds. I/Os will be fast failed.

Causes

All paths down timeout has expired for the storage device.

Resolutions

For more information on the problem and resolution steps, see VMware KB article APD timeout for a storage device has expired (2032940).

External

Refer to the VMware Online Documentation for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.