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Oracle Linux: How to Free Up Space From /boot Filesystem (Doc ID 2892199.1)

Last updated on AUGUST 16, 2024

Applies to:

Linux OS - Version Oracle Linux 7.9 and later
Linux x86-64

Symptoms

When attempting to upgrade an Oracle Linux (OL) system, the upgrade fails due to insufficient disk space in the /boot filesystem.

Changes

An Oracle Linux system is upgraded - specifically, a new kernel is being installed.

Cause

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