Download -2021- Vmware Esxi 8.0 Iso [upd] May 2026

VMware ESXi 8.0, first released on October 11, 2022, serves as the industry-standard bare-metal hypervisor for enterprise virtualization. Unlike traditional software, ESXi 8.0 installs directly onto server hardware, creating a highly efficient foundation for managing virtual machines (VMs) with enhanced security and performance. Downloading the ESXi 8.0 ISO

esxcli software profile update -p ESXi-8.0U3-standard -d https://hostupdate.vmware.com/software/VUM/PRODUCTION/main/vmw-depot-index.xml Download -2021- Vmware Esxi 8.0 Iso

Paid/Entitled Version

There are two primary ways to obtain the ISO depending on your licensing needs: the (for active subscriptions) and the Free Version (for home labs and basic use). VMware ESXi 8

Because ESXi 8.0 postdates 2021, any download file that mixes those labels is likely incorrect or unofficial — rely on VMware Customer Connect or your hardware vendor for verified ISOs. Because ESXi 8

Windows/Tools:

Use Rufus or the VMware vSphere Client to mount the ISO. Requirements: Ensure you have at least a 4GB USB stick. 3. Deep Technical Aspects of ESXi 8.0

Important Note:

VMware ESXi 8.0 was officially released on October 11, 2022 . There is no official "2021" version of ESXi 8.0. If you need an ISO from 2021, you are likely looking for ESXi 7.0 Update 2 or 7.0 Update 3 (released in 2021). However, if you need the 8.0 branch, follow the guide below.

Broadcom

Since the acquisition of VMware by , the process for obtaining the ESXi 8.0 ISO has changed. VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3e Release Notes - Broadcom TechDocs