Historically, VMware has offered two distinct paths for ESXi usage, separated by the type of license key applied.
In late 2023, Broadcom acquired VMware. This has resulted in significant changes to how license keys are handled: vmware esxi license key
Click , paste your 25-digit key, and click Check License to validate. Click Assign License again to finalize the process. Via vSphere Client (Centralized Management) Use this method if your host is managed by vCenter Server. Log in to the vCenter Server using the vSphere Client. Navigate to Administration > Licensing > Licenses . Historically, VMware has offered two distinct paths for
To activate your VMware ESXi license key, follow these steps: paste your 25-digit key
You can acquire a license key through official purchase, renewal, or by registering for a free version.