Before you hit that download button, it is important to understand exactly what you are getting. VMware ESXi is a "Type 1" hypervisor, meaning it installs directly onto a server’s physical hardware (bare metal) without the need for an underlying operating system like Windows or Linux.
If you previously registered for a free ESXi license, you might still access legacy downloads: Download Vmware Esxi 6.7
: Provides customized ESXi 6.7 ISOs specifically for PowerEdge servers. Before you hit that download button, it is