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title: "esx.problem.net.vmknic.ip.duplicate"
description: "A duplicate IP address was detected on a vmknic interface. A duplicate IP address was detected. Review the exact description to establish the cause of the event. Correct the IP address to eliminate the duplication issues."
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dateModified: "2026-09-10"
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# esx.problem.net.vmknic.ip.duplicate

## Summary

A duplicate IP address was detected on a vmknic interface.

## Causes

A duplicate IP address was detected. Review the exact description to establish the cause of the event.

## Resolutions

Correct the IP address to eliminate the duplication issues. Refer to this [VMware KB article](http://kb.vmware.com/kb/1020647) for more information.

## External

Refer to the [VMware Online Documentation](https://techdocs.broadcom.com/) for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.