Vmware Esxi 80 Download Iso Google Drive Install

Upon reboot, you will be greeted by the Direct Console User Interface (DCUI).

  • Lock down the firewall:
  • Backup the ESXi config:
    vim-cmd hostsvc/firmware/backup_config
    
    Download the configBundle.tgz to a safe cloud drive (like Google Drive).

  • VMware’s official site throttles downloads and requires login. By using a Google Drive link (either your own upload or a trusted sharer), you can: vmware esxi 80 download iso google drive install

    Important: This guide assumes you have a legitimate VMware account and license. We will show you how to upload your legally downloaded ISO to Google Drive for faster access. Upon reboot, you will be greeted by the


    Ventoy allows you to simply copy the ISO file to the USB. Great for storing ESXi 8.0 + Windows + Linux on one drive. Lock down the firewall :

    For those ready to install, ESXi 8.0 brings substantial architectural updates that justify the upgrade: