Which is the latest version of VMware ESXi?

VMware ESXi 5.0 Update 2 contains the latest version of VMware Tools. VMware Tools is a suite of utilities that enhances the performance of the virtual machine’s guest operating system. Refer to the VMware Tools Resolved Issues for a list of issues resolved in this release of ESX related to VMware Tools.

How to download Dell EMC customized image of VMware ESXi?

This article provides information on how to download the Dell VMWare ESXi Customized Image ISO. Certain Dell PowerEdge servers require the use of the Dell EMC Customized Image of VMware ESXi for the easiest and most reliable deployment of a fully managed server.

How can I update my hosts in ESXi?

ESXi hosts can be updated by manually downloading the patch ZIP file from the VMware download page and installing the VIB by using the esxcli software vib command. Additionally, the system can be updated by using the image profile and the esxcli software profile command.

What’s the difference between ESXi 4.x and 5.0?

The ESXi 5.0 architecture is changed from ESX/ESXi 4.x so that customized third-party software packages (VIBs) cannot be migrated when you upgrade from ESX/ESXi 4.x to ESXi 5.0 and later.

Is there a way to upgrade the ESXi host image?

The esxcli software profile update command brings the entire content of the ESXi host image to the same level as the corresponding upgrade method using an ISO installer. However, the ISO installer performs a pre-upgrade check for potential problems, such as insufficient memory or unsupported devices.

How do I update my host with esxcli?

When you upgrade or update a host, the esxcli software profile update or esxcli software profile install command applies a later version (major or minor) of a full image profile onto the host. After this operation and a reboot, the host can join a vCenter Server environment of the same or later version.