The image is also available via the VMware portal, ensuring you get the latest build accepted by VMware. Step-by-Step: Downloading and Using the ISO
Built and tested jointly by HPE and VMware engineering teams to prevent purple screen of death (PSOD) errors caused by driver-firmware mismatches. Where to Download the HPE Customized ESXi 7.0 U3 ISO
It contains the latest certified drivers for HPE storage controllers (such as Smart Array), network adapters (NICs), and Host Bus Adapters (HBAs).
Using the HPE custom image provides several advantages over the generic VMware image: The image is also available via the VMware
: Select your entitled version (e.g., VMware vSphere Enterprise) and pick the 7.0 major version from the list.
(e.g., automated scripting vs. iLO manual install)
Are you executing a or upgrading via vSphere Lifecycle Manager (vLCM) ? Using the HPE custom image provides several advantages
: Select the Custom ISOs tab. Search for "HPE" in the search box to filter for HPE-specific images.
Search for VMware vSphere and select the appropriate edition (e.g., Enterprise Plus).
Expected output includes: VMware ESXi 7.0.3 build-19193900 (HPE Customized) : Select the Custom ISOs tab
Yes: by adding the HPE depot and installing the hpe-* VIBs manually. However, it’s safer to clean-install with the HPE ISO.
following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware. Direct links to specific custom images on the HPE site are no longer available. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Download Instructions : Sign in to the Broadcom Support Portal