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If you have set up VMWare ESXi 8.0 you will find that it defaults to the evaluation version giving you 60 days of unlimited use. But, how do you apply your serial number? We have created a quick video below to help you with this easy process:
Video Walkthrough – How to activate VMWare ESXi Serial
When using this in a lab environment, you could use the stripped-back version of VMWare ESXi with unlimited usage using the serial number below but little functionality (as detailed in the video):
4141K-46K54-M88P0-0T2HK-CEK74If you need to use the many features VMWare has to offer, then you would need to purchase a correct licence and enter that instead.
Version 5.5
If you are looking for a key for version 5.5, click here.
Version 6.0
If you are looking for a key for version 6.0, click here.
Version 6.5
If you are looking for a key for version 6.5, click here.
Version 6.7
If you are looking for a key for version 6.7, click here.
Version 7.0
If you are looking for a key for version 7.0, click here.
FAQ
Is VMware ESXi 8 free?
Yes and No. For all the VMWare packaged features, you would have to buy a licence to fit your own requirements. However, there is this stripped-back version of VMWare ESXi 8 that you can use for labs or at home for testing.
What is the current VMware ESXi?
The current version when writing this article is version 8.0.0
What does VMware ESXi stand for?
VMware ESXi stands for u0022VMware vSphere Hypervisor ESXiu0022. The u0022ESXiu0022 part specifically refers to the embedded version of the hypervisor, which is the software that allows multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical machine. VMware ESXi is a type-1 hypervisor, which means it runs directly on the host machine’s hardware, allowing for better performance and efficiency than a type-2 hypervisor, which runs on top of an operating system. The VMware vSphere suite is a collection of virtualization products that includes ESXi, vCenter Server, and other tools for managing virtual infrastructure.
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