The mistake is not in the checker’s code per se—it’s in the . The checker tests connectivity, not semantic integrity. It validates the interface shell, not the outcome.
The mention of "Scary Mistake" refers to the specific developer/contributor, Psa Interface Checker Scary Mistake
Let me walk you through the nightmare, the technical “why,” and the four safeguards you need today. The mistake is not in the checker’s code
: This means the firmware download to the interface was successful. the technical “why
Do not ban interface checkers—they are necessary. But implement these five rules today:
Using this tool without knowing the hardware limitations of your VCI is the most common pitfall.