Pro tip: Avoid just searching “ESXi 7.0” – that might show older U1 or U2 builds. You specifically want because it addresses several critical CVE vulnerabilities.

The exact filename will contain “HPE” in the middle. If you see only “VMware” in the name, you’ve grabbed the wrong one.

Finding and downloading the is a straightforward process when you use the HPE Support Center with a valid account. This image ensures your ProLiant hardware and VMware software operate as a single, supported ecosystem.