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title: "esx.problem.net.vmnic.linkstate.flapping"
description: "Taking down physical NIC because the link is unstable. The physical NIC is taken down because of frequent link status flapping. This is an information event. Refer to this VMware KB article for more information on the issue."
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dateModified: "2026-09-10"
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# esx.problem.net.vmnic.linkstate.flapping

## Summary

Taking down physical NIC because the link is unstable.

## Causes

The physical NIC is taken down because of frequent link status flapping.

## Resolutions

This is an information event. Refer to this [VMware KB article](http://kb.vmware.com/kb/2008093) for more information on the issue.

## External

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