If you're running HPE ProLiant servers, grab the directly from HPE’s site (NOT from VMware's default portal) to avoid missing drivers.

To download the HPE Customized ISO for VMware ESXi 7.0 Update 3 , you must now use the Broadcom Support Portal

Click the tab (or OEM Addons if you only need the driver bundle).

Here’s a professional social media and forum post tailored for download. You can use it on LinkedIn, Reddit (r/vmware, r/homelab), or your internal IT team channels.

Select the desired version (e.g., the latest available release for May 2024 or February 2025) and click the download icon after accepting the EULA. Why Use the HPE Customized Image? VMware ESXi Images for HPE Servers | HPE

The is the recommended installation media for HPE ProLiant, Synergy, and Apollo servers. Unlike the standard VMware installer, this image includes critical drivers and management software tailored for HPE hardware, ensuring compatibility with storage and network controllers found in Gen9, Gen10, and Gen11 servers. How to Download the HPE Customized ISO