Broadcom Reintroduces ESXi (Evaluation) Version– What This Means for the VMware Community
- viquarmca
- Apr 27
- 1 min read
In an exciting development for the VMware community, Broadcom has reintroduced ESXi as a free offering, available for download directly from the Broadcom Support Portal. This move is a game-changer for many IT professionals, organizations, and individuals who rely on ESXi to power their virtual environments.

How to Download ESXi for Free
Getting your hands on the free ESXi is easy:
Visit the Broadcom Support Portal (previously VMware's support portal).
Navigate to the downloads section and Select Division as VMware -> locate VMware vSphere Hybervisor ESXi
Select the version you want to download and follow the instructions provided.
Broadcom's decision to make ESXi available for free once again marks an important moment for the VMware community. With its powerful virtualization capabilities now accessible without any upfront costs, more organizations and individuals can experiment, learn, and grow in the world of virtualization.
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