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A Pod cannot reach another Pod in the same cluster despite correct IP and Service configuration. What is a common networking issue to check?

medium📝 Troubleshoot Q7 of 15
Kubernetes - Networking
A Pod cannot reach another Pod in the same cluster despite correct IP and Service configuration. What is a common networking issue to check?
ACheck if the Pod has a public IP address
BEnsure the Pod is running on the same node
CVerify if the cluster network plugin is running properly
DConfirm the Pod is using host networking
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify network plugin role

    The cluster network plugin manages Pod networking and routing between Pods.
  2. Step 2: Diagnose connectivity issues

    If the plugin is not running or misconfigured, Pods cannot communicate despite correct IPs.
  3. Final Answer:

    Verify if the cluster network plugin is running properly -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Network plugin status affects Pod connectivity [OK]
Quick Trick: Check network plugin health if Pods can't communicate [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming Pods need public IPs
  • Thinking Pods must be on same node
  • Confusing host networking with Pod networking

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