The fix? VMware ESXi’s NFS client defaults to NFSv4.1. The NetApp filer was still on NFSv4.0. Error 45 appeared due to unsupported RECLAIM_COMPLETE operation.
If you’ve landed on this article, you’ve likely encountered the cryptic phrase "nfs vlted 45 work" during a late-night troubleshooting session, a system log review, or a forum deep-dive. You’re not alone. This string of characters—combining a core networking protocol (NFS), a peculiar term (VLTED), a number (45), and a desperate plea (work)—represents one of the most confusing error clusters in modern IT infrastructure. nfs vlted 45 work
uname -r If < 4.15, upgrade or disable pNFS with -o nopnfs . When the basic steps fail, get surgical. Use tcpdump to see the actual NFS call that returns error 45 . The fix