What is causing the server to unexpectedly crash with the following kernel panic messages:"e1000: eth0: e1000_clean_tx_irq Detected Tx Unit Hang"

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Issue

  • Server unexpectedly crashed with the following message:
    Mar 31 16:27:37 hostname1 kernel: e1000: eth0: e1000_clean_tx_irq

    DetectedtTx Unit Hang

    Mar 31 16:27:37 hostname1 kernel:   Tx Queue  <0>

    Mar 31 16:27:37 hostname1 kernel:   TDH      <87>  

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
  • Intel Pro1000 LAN Adapter

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