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VMware ESXi 8.0 ISO: Complete Guide to Downloading the Latest Version
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The "2021" version people often search for is likely , which was the current standard at that time. For those moving to the 8.0 branch, here are the most recent builds: Release Name Release Date Build Number ESXi 8.0 Update 3i February 24, 2026 ESXi 8.0 Update 3g July 29, 2025 ESXi 8.0 Update 3e April 10, 2025 3. System Requirements for ESXi 8.0
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