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Once the ISO is downloaded, the deployment workflow is standard: vmware esx i download
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| Version | Status | Recommendation | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Current | Recommended for new deployments. Contains the latest security patches and driver support (e.g., better GPU partitioning for AI workloads). | | ESXi 8.0 U2 | Supported | A very stable branch. Often preferred if U3 introduces driver regressions for specific hardware. | | ESXi 7.0 U3 | End of General Support | End of General Support was February 2025 . Not recommended for new production installs. | | ESXi 6.7 / 6.5 | End of Life | Do not download. End of General Support has passed. Critical security vulnerabilities exist. | | Version | Status | Recommendation | |
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As of early 2025, the landscape for downloading VMware ESXi has shifted significantly following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware. While the "Free Edition" was briefly discontinued in 2024, it has officially starting with version 8.0 Update 3e. How to Download VMware ESXi (vSphere Hypervisor)