Vmware Esxi 6.7 U3 Hpe Custom Image Download [updated] -
Downloading the HPE Custom Image for VMware ESXi 6.7 U3 currently requires navigating the Broadcom Support Portal , which replaced the legacy VMware Customer Connect site. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Critical Support Notice As of April 2026, VMware ESXi 6.7 is beyond its End of General Support
(ended October 15, 2022) and its Technical Guidance phase (ended November 15, 2023). It no longer receives security updates or bug fixes. It is strongly recommended to update to a supported version like ESXi 8.0 or 9.0 if your hardware permits. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Step-by-Step Download Guide
To download the specific HPE custom ISO, follow these steps on the Broadcom Support Portal Account Access
Log in with your Broadcom credentials. You must have an active entitlement (license) associated with your account to view and download software. Navigate to Downloads VMware Cloud Foundation from the dropdown menu next to your username. My Downloads on the left-side navigation. Search for vSphere
Search for "VMware vSphere" in the top-right search bar and select it from the results. Select Version and License Choose your specific entitlement (e.g., VMware vSphere Enterprise Plus Select major version from the version dropdown. Locate Custom ISO Custom ISOs
Search for "HPE" in the search box to filter the OEM results. Find the entry for HPE Custom Image for ESXi 6.7U3 Install CD and click the download icon. Broadcom support portal Important Implementation Notes
To download the VMware ESXi 6.7 Update 3 HPE Custom Image, you must use the Broadcom Support Portal following the migration from VMware Customer Connect. Note that ESXi 6.7 reached the end of general support on October 15, 2022. Download Instructions
Log In: Sign in to the Broadcom Support Portal with your registered account credentials. vmware esxi 6.7 u3 hpe custom image download
Navigate to Downloads: Select VMware Cloud Foundation from the dropdown menu and click My Downloads on the left-hand menu.
Search for vSphere: Use the search bar to find VMware vSphere. Select Entitlement and Version:
Choose your specific entitlement (e.g., VMware vSphere - Enterprise Plus).
Select 6.7 as the major release version from the dropdown menu. Access Custom ISOs:
Click the Custom ISOs tab (instead of the standard Products tab).
Locate the HPE Custom Image for ESXi 6.7 Update 3 Install CD.
Verification: Accept the Broadcom EULA and complete any required legal or trade verification to initiate the download. Key Features of the HPE 6.7 U3 Image VMware ESXi Images for HPE Servers Downloading the HPE Custom Image for VMware ESXi 6
To download the VMware ESXi 6.7 Update 3 HPE Custom Image, you must now use the Broadcom Support Portal, as the old VMware Customer Connect site has been retired following Broadcom's acquisition. How to Download the HPE Custom Image
Broadcom's current architecture does not support direct deep links to specific ISOs. Follow these steps to locate the image:
Access the Portal: Log in to the Broadcom Support Portal. You will need a registered account. Navigate to Downloads: On the left-hand menu, select My Downloads.
Search for VMware vSphere or select it from the "VMware Cloud Foundation" division. Filter for the Version:
Select the major version (vSphere 6.7) and your license type (e.g., Enterprise Plus). Click on the Custom ISOs tab.
Find the HPE Image: Look for the entry titled HPE Custom Image for ESXi 6.7.0 Update 3.
Commonly used builds for HPE Gen9 and Gen10 servers include the May 2021 (Build 17700523) or March 2020 releases. Key Details for HPE ESXi 6.7 U3 VMware ESXi Images for HPE Servers Troubleshooting tips (short bullets)
Troubleshooting tips (short bullets)
- If an expected driver is missing, check HPE’s release notes for that image — sometimes later images are required.
- If vCenter flags unsupported components after installing the vendor image, confirm the exact image build matches ESXi 6.7 U3.
- For checksum mismatches, re-download using a different network or from a different HPE download mirror.
Step-by-Step Download Guide
Why You Need the HPE Custom Image (Not the Vanilla ISO)
Before diving into the download process, it is critical to understand why you should avoid the standard "vanilla" ESXi ISO from VMware for your HPE hardware.
The HPE Custom Image is a pre-bundled ISO containing:
- Core ESXi 6.7 U3: The base hypervisor.
- HPE-specific Async Drivers: Essential drivers for HPE Smart Array controllers, network adapters (Broadcom/Intel), and Fibre Channel HBAs.
- HPE Management Agents:
hp-ams(Agent Management Service) andhp-smx-provider(Storage Management). - VIBs (ESXi Packages): Tools like
hpe-bootcfg,hpe-ssacli, andscsi-hpsa.
Consequences of using the Vanilla ISO on HPE servers:
- PSOD (Purple Screen of Death): Missing drivers for storage controllers lead to boot failures.
- No Hardware Monitoring: iLO integration breaks; you cannot see hardware health (fans, temps, PSUs) in vCenter.
- Failed Firmware Validation: The HPE Image validates that your firmware meets the minimum supported baseline.
3. The Authorized Download Pathway (How to do it correctly)
Navigating the HPE and VMware websites for this specific image is non-trivial due to paywalls and redirected links. There are two official routes, one requiring an active contract:
Route A: HPE Support Center (Requires entitlement)
- Navigate to
HPE Support Center > Software Depot > Servers > ProLiant > ESXi. - Filter: Product = "VMware vSphere", Version = "6.7 U3", OS = "VMware".
- Look for filename pattern:
VMware-ESXi-6.7.0-Update3-...-HPE-...-Gen9plus.iso- Note: HPE distinguishes between "Gen9plus" (Gen9, Gen10, Gen10 Plus) and legacy Gen8.
Route B: VMware Customer Connect (Recommended for active SNS)
- Log in to
my.vmware.com. - Go to "Downloads" > "VMware vSphere" > "ESXi 6.7".
- Under "Select Version", choose "ESXi 6.7 Update 3".
- Crucially, click the dropdown: "Manufacturer" and select "HPE".
- The page will list the exact
HPE_ Custom_ Image_ Installer_ CD_ 6.7.0- XXXX. Verify the checksum (SHA256) against HPE’s published values.
The Unofficial Warning: Third-party sites (techspot, softpedia) often host stale builds. The unique build number for the final HPE 6.7U3 image is 6.7.0-19195723. Any other build lacks the final Spectre v2 microcode mitigations.
Official Download Source
HPE Support Center (Integrated VMware ESXi Image for HPE ProLiant)
- Direct path:
https://myenterpriselicense.hpe.com/cwp-ui/software - Search term:
VMware ESXi 6.7 U3orESXi 6.7.0 Update 3 - Current HPE custom image filename example:
VMware-ESXi-6.7.0-Update3-19195700-HPE-670.U3.10.8.4-Oct2023.iso
Note: As of late 2023, HPE transitioned to a "Gen11 only" policy for new downloads. ESXi 6.7 is now in End of General Support (EOGS) – you may need an active HPE support contract or entitlement to access the download.
Option A: Use VMware’s HPE Custom ISO Repository
- Go to: my.vmware.com
- Search for “vSphere 6.7 U3” → “Custom ISOs” → HPE
- Direct link pattern (may require login):
https://my.vmware.com/en/group/vmware/details?downloadGroup=OEM-HPE-670-U3