: To find the free entry-level hypervisor, click the link labeled "Free Software Downloads available HERE" within the portal. Search for "VMware vSphere Hypervisor" to find the latest ISO (e.g., version 8.0 Update 3e). Current ESXi Versions (2025-2026)
Inside that small ISO lies a powerful automation engine.
: After logging in, select "VMware Cloud Foundation" from the products dropdown menu. Choose Your Version :
| Access Type | Where to Download | Typical User | |-------------|-------------------|---------------| | | My VMware Portal (login required) | Licensed production users | | Evaluation / Free | VMware Customer Connect (login required) | Trial, homelab, or free hypervisor users | | VMUG Advantage | My VMware Portal (via VMUG store) | VMUG subscribers | | Partner | Partner Connect Portal | Resellers/Integrators |