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Cannot update pfsense, it says it can't identify the kernel.

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    Paco 0
    last edited by Nov 5, 2021, 9:55 PM

    Hello guys,

    I'm having problems to update (as first time) pfsense.
    The error i get when i try to update from console (option 13, or putting in the CLI the pfSense-upgrade) gives me the following error:

    it was not possible to identify which pfsense kernel is installed
    

    Also, i can't install any package:
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    And if i try to change the branch, i'm unable to do it:

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    As you can see, the branches are in blank, and i don't know what to do.
    I'll appreciate some help, thanks!.

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      SteveITS Galactic Empire @Paco 0
      last edited by Nov 6, 2021, 9:20 PM

      @paco-0 That is odd. It might be easiest/fastest to reinstall, and restore the configuration file.

      Pre-2.7.2/23.09: Only install packages for your version, or risk breaking it. Select your branch in System/Update/Update Settings.
      When upgrading, allow 10-15 minutes to restart, or more depending on packages and device speed.
      Upvote 👍 helpful posts!

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        ikifar @Paco 0
        last edited by Nov 15, 2021, 7:35 PM

        @paco-0 I assume the filesystem check does nothing, how about pkg update && pkg upgrade from the shell?

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