CR-2026-03-12: Arch Linux System Upgrade — Risk & Comms
Risk Assessment
| Risk | Impact | Mitigation | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
Kernel panic |
High - unbootable |
Keep old kernel in bootloader |
Low |
GPU driver mismatch |
Medium - no display |
Boot to TTY, reinstall nvidia |
Low |
Config breakage |
Low - service fails |
Review .pacnew files |
Medium |
Package conflicts |
Medium - blocked upgrade |
Resolve manually per output |
Low |
Lessons Learned
To be completed after upgrade
Sign-Off
| Role | Name | Date |
|---|---|---|
Requestor |
Evan Rosado |
2026-03-12 |
Approver |
Self-approved (personal) |
2026-03-12 |
Implementer |