Docker Fails on Jetson Orin Nano 8GB When Using Dusty-NV Containers

Issue Overview

Users are experiencing issues with Docker on the Nvidia Jetson Orin Nano 8GB after rebooting their devices. The primary symptoms include:

• Error Messages: Upon checking the status of Docker using sudo systemctl status docker, users receive an error indicating that the Docker service has failed, specifically noting "Failed with result ‘exit code’".

• Reinstallation Requirements: Users report needing to perform a clean installation of the NVMe driver and JetPack 6 multiple times, only to encounter the same issue after rebooting.

• Software Updates: There are indications of software updates, particularly for docker-ce, which may be contributing to the problem.

• Ubuntu Errors: Users have noted two specific Ubuntu errors after rebooting related to packages nvidia-l4t-nvpmodel and tracker-extract.

This issue consistently occurs after rebooting and severely impacts user experience by rendering Docker containers inoperable, despite successful initial installations.

Possible Causes

• Hardware Incompatibilities or Defects: There may be compatibility issues between the Jetson Orin Nano hardware and certain software components or drivers.

• Software Bugs or Conflicts: Bugs in Docker or JetPack could lead to failures upon reboot, particularly if updates are not compatible with existing configurations.

• Configuration Errors: Changes made to configuration files, such as /etc/docker/daemon.json, might disrupt Docker’s functionality.

• Driver Issues: Updates or issues with drivers, particularly those related to Nvidia’s L4T (Linux for Tegra), could cause Docker to fail.

• Environmental Factors: Power supply inconsistencies or overheating could affect system stability and lead to service failures.

• User Errors or Misconfigurations: Incorrect installation procedures or missed steps during setup may result in persistent issues.

Troubleshooting Steps, Solutions & Fixes

1. Check Docker Logs:

   • Run the following command to view detailed logs for Docker:

     sudo journalctl -u docker.service
     

   • Review logs for any specific error messages that can provide insight into the failure.

2. Verify Configuration Changes:

   • Ensure that no changes have been made to /etc/docker/daemon.json since the last successful run.
   • If changes were made, revert them and restart Docker:

     sudo systemctl restart docker
     

3. Reinstall Docker Components:

   • If the issue persists, consider reinstalling Docker:

     sudo apt-get remove --purge docker-ce
     sudo apt-get install docker-ce
     

4. Check for Software Updates:

   • Ensure all packages are up-to-date. Run:

     sudo apt-get update
     sudo apt-get upgrade
     

5. Test Different Configurations:

   • Temporarily disable any non-essential services or containers running alongside Docker to isolate potential conflicts.
   • Test running Docker without additional components installed to see if it stabilizes after a reboot.

6. Monitor Package Installations:

   • Pay attention to any package installations or updates prior to rebooting. If specific packages (like nvidia-l4t-nvpmodel or tracker-extract) are causing issues, consider rolling back those updates.

7. Consult Documentation and Community Resources:

   • Refer to Nvidia’s official documentation for Jetson Orin Nano and relevant forums for similar issues encountered by other users.
   • Engage with community resources such as GitHub discussions related to dusty-nv containers for additional insights and solutions.

8. Best Practices for Future Prevention:

   • Regularly back up configurations and installed packages.
   • Test updates in a controlled environment before applying them broadly.
   • Document any changes made during troubleshooting for future reference.

By following these steps, users can diagnose and potentially resolve the issues with Docker on their Nvidia Jetson Orin Nano after rebooting. Further investigation may be required if problems persist despite these efforts.