Alternatively, use direct product selection:
: The HPE ISO already includes bnxtnet (Broadcom) and i40en (Intel for HPE). If still missing, your server may have a FlexFabric adapter – ensure you have the correct HPE ISO for your exact model.
Features like HPE Agentless Management Service (AMS) , CIM Providers, and iLO drivers are built directly into the OS layer.
Bundles critical Smart Array and SmartRAID storage controller drivers to prevent "No hard drives found" installation roadblocks. Alternatively, use direct product selection: : The HPE
HPE Customized ISO Image for VMware ESXi 7.0 Update 3
In the product entitlement or downloads section, search for VMware vSphere and select the major version 7.0 .
Click on the Custom ISOs or OEM Addons sub-tab located at the top list section. : VMware removed ESXi 7
: VMware removed ESXi 7.0 Update 3, 3a, and 3b from all download portals on November 18, 2021. You should avoid these versions and download the most current build, such as Update 3o or Update 3v .
Whether you are doing a or an in-place upgrade from an older hypervisor version?
Look for (ensure you select the latest slipstreamed patch release, such as Update 3p or later, to avoid known early-version bugs). such as Update 3p or later
Specifically, locate the image (e.g., February 2025 release for ProLiant).
If the ISO is not found on the public portal, you may need an active support contract or access the HPE Software Delivery Repository (SDR) at https://downloads.hpe.com → select “ESXi” → “HPE Custom Images for VMware ESXi”.