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

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

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