Before downloading and installing the ISO, ensure your hardware meets the updated minimums for vSphere 8: Minimum Requirement Recommended 2-core 64-bit x86 (Intel/AMD) Modern multi-core (Intel 6th Gen+ / AMD Zen 2+) RAM 12 GB or more for production Boot Storage 32 GB persistent (SSD/NVMe) 128 GB for optimal "ESX-OSData" partition Network 1 Gbps Ethernet 10 Gbps or higher Firmware UEFI support UEFI Secure Boot enabled Versions and Updates: 8.0 vs. 8.0 U1/U2/U3
The primary location for all official ISO files is now the Broadcom Support Portal.
VMware releases major feature updates through "Update" versions. When choosing your ISO, consider the latest releases: