Troubleshoot a Linux server VM not starting

Job ID: 30818553

Budget: $30 – $250 CAD

The system has been working perfectly for 9 years and after a server restart (ESXi 5.0) the VM it says state Powered On, but cannot connect to it. I need help getting the Linux server back online. I have 3 other machines working perfectly on the same server.
Related categories: System Admin Linux Ubuntu VMware Virtual Machines