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title: "esx.problem.storage.iscsi.target.connect.error"
description: "This is a subset of events relating to iSCSI storage. Login to iSCSI target failed. The iSCSI initiator could not establish a network connection to the target. There is an issue with the connection or configuration of this iSCSI storage."
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dateModified: "2026-09-10"
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# esx.problem.storage.iscsi.target.connect.error

## Summary

This is a subset of events relating to iSCSI storage.

Login to iSCSI target failed. The iSCSI initiator could not establish a network connection to the target.

## Causes

There is an issue with the connection or configuration of this iSCSI storage.

## Resolutions

See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event. Check for network configuration and availability. Try a rescan of the storage adapters for this host.

For more troubleshooting information see this [VMware KB article](https://kb.vmware.com/s/article/1003952).

## External

Refer to the [VMware Online Documentation](https://techdocs.broadcom.com/), especially the [vSphere Troubleshooting Guide](https://docs.vmware.com/en/VMware-vSphere/7.0/com.vmware.vsphere.networking.doc/GUID-DE119813-63A7-4B68-924D-1ED95F6EFFD7.html), for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.