Bridge Pool Mask Error

When you create new bridge networks and specify an IP range, you might encounter an error in the log.

Problem

The error in the log states:

could not initialize port layer: 
bridge mask is not compatible with bridge pool mask

Cause

You specified a --bridge-network-range that cannot accommodate a /16 network. By default, the range is 172.16.0.0/12, which can accept 16 /16 networks.

Solution

Use a bridge network of at least /16 or larger. See Other Advanced Options in the VCH Deployment Options section of vSphere Integrated Containers Installation.