ESXi 8.0 Update: Powering the Next Generation of Virtualization

The ESXi 8.0 update marks a major milestone in VMware’s journey toward delivering a more efficient, secure, and scalable virtualization platform. With enhanced performance, improved hardware compatibility, and tighter integration with vSphere+, ESXi 8.0 empowers IT teams to manage workloads more intelligently across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. New features like enhanced lifecycle management, AI/ML workload optimization, and security enhancements such as TPM 2.0 support bring enterprise-grade resilience and agility. The update also introduces improved resource scheduling, support for next-gen hardware like DPU acceleration, and better monitoring tools to streamline operations. For organizations aiming to future-proof their IT infrastructure, migrating to ESXi 8.0 offers improved flexibility, scalability, and security. VMware continues to set the standard in virtualization technology, and ESXi 8.0 represents a leap forward for modern data centers.

VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3e: The Free Hypervisor Returns

VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3e: The Free Hypervisor Returns

Ravi Jain
VMware has reintroduced its free ESXi hypervisor with the release of version 8.0 Update 3e, reversing a previous move to a subscription-only model. This update, launched on April 10, 2025, includes a built-in free license and enhances hardware compatibility while providing bug fixes and security improvements. Although the free version lacks vCenter Server integration and some backup options, the virtualization community has largely praised its return, seeing it as a response to competitor offerings and a benefit for non-production uses. Users can download the free hypervisor from the Broadcom Support Portal after creating an account. Finally, Technijian offers services to assist with virtualization strategies, deployment, and ongoing support for VMware environments. ... Read More