AWS - EKS
After launching a self-managed node group in your EKS cluster, pods remain in Pending state. Which of the following is the most probable reason?
After launching a self-managed node group in your EKS cluster, pods remain in Pending state. Which of the following is the most probable reason?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Verify node registration
Self-managed nodes must register with the EKS cluster using the correct kubelet bootstrap token and cluster CA certificate.Step 2: Check node status
If nodes are not registered, pods cannot be scheduled, causing Pending state.Final Answer:
The nodes are not registered with the cluster due to missing or incorrect kubelet bootstrap configuration. -> Option BQuick Check:
Pods Pending + self-managed nodes = check kubelet bootstrap config [OK]
Quick Trick: Pods Pending on self-managed nodes? Check kubelet bootstrap config [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming Fargate profiles affect self-managed nodes
- Blaming managed node group autoscaling for self-managed nodes
- Ignoring node registration status
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