[ESXI5.5.0] Not allowed to download ESXI5.5.0 Update 3b ?!?

[LaurentJ75012]

Hello,

I'm trying to download  ESXI5.5.0 Update 3b

I go to the page : https://my.vmware.com/en/group/vmware/details?productId=353&downloadGroup=ESXI55U3B#errorCheckDiv    

I have this error :

              

I have a free licence key (is it the reason ?)

I can't add my free licence key to my keys manager (or I don't know how).

Could you help me to download the upgrade ?

Thanks

[a_p_]

I have a free licence key (is it the reason ?)

Yes, that's the reason. Only customers with paid licenses can download it from VMware's web site.

However, if you need a specific version, you can build your own ISO/ZIP file using e.g. https://www.v-front.de/p/esxi-customizer-ps.html

Please be careful with updating your hosts in case they require additional (vendor specific) drivers.

André

[Kev_Johnson]

Also be aware the 5.5 has been end of general support for almost a year at this point.

[LaurentJ75012]

Hello

Thanks for your answer.
I Use a Dell poweredge 2900 it's enough for my development needs.

Do you think I can install a newest version of esxi in this machine ?

Thanks

[Alex_Romeo]

Hi,

The compatibility matrix between the Esxi version and the Dell Power Edge 2900 Server is as follows:

I answer you only for this last question. I haven't checked the download link.

The latest version compatible with the Dell PowerEdge 2900 Server is the Esxi 5.5 U3 vmware version.

Sorry if I allow myself, but it is better to install a customized ESXI image officially released by DELL. I believe this is the last release of the 5.5U3-A12 released:

(even if your question is on the Esxi 5.5U3b version, my answer is just a suggestion)

VMware ESXi 5.5 Update 3 | Driver Details | Dell Albania

Support for PowerEdge 2900 | Drivers & Downloads | Dell Albania

I managed to download it without problems.

Aromeo

[LaurentJ75012]

This is the official list... I'm looking for users that experienced ESXI version Switch

[LaurentJ75012]

Sorry I didn't saw the second part of your message.

I'll try this file.

Thanks.

[Alex_Romeo]

Ok! no problem.

aromeo