Is there a free version of VMware ESXi?

VMware’s ESXi is the world’s leading virtualization hypervisor. IT professionals regard ESXi as the go-to hypervisor for running virtual machines — and it’s available for free. VMware offers various paid versions of ESXi, but also provides a free version available for anyone to use.

How can I get a free VMware ESXi license?

How-to Apply VMware Free License to VMware ESXi 6.0?

1. Download the VMware Hypervisor from this page (you’ll need to create an account if you don’t have one – it’s free).
2. Install the Free hypervisor on your hardware and install the vSphere client on your management station.
3. Connect to your ESXi host > Manage > Licensing.

How do I download ESXi 6.5 for free?

1. Go to VMware vSphere Hypervisor (ESXi) 6.5 Download Page.
2. Login or create an account.
3. Register for ESXi (Enter some personal information)
4. Download VMware vSphere Hypervisor 6.5 – Binaries.
5. Install ESXi to your Hardware (Create a Bootable ESXi Installer USB Flash Drive)
6. Navigate to Manage -> Licensing.

Is ESXi really free?

ESXi can be used indefinitely, without cost by applying a free license. So yes, technically and on paper, ESXi is free to use. But, really, there’s no such thing as a free lunch and ESXi is no exception. Free ESXi comes with a few restrictions which you should definitely know about.

What is VMware vSphere client?

The VMware vSphere Client is a web-based application that connects to the vCenter Server so IT administrators can manage installations and handle inventory objects in a vSphere deployment. The vSphere Client presents a graphical user interface (GUI) with an object navigator, the main workspace, and the tasks and alarms panel.

What is VM horizon client?

VMware Horizon Client is software that establishes a connection between endpoint devices and Horizon View virtual desktops and applications.VMware offers versions of Horizon Client for Windows and Linux, Apple iOS, Mac OS X, Google Android and Chrome OS. IT administrators can also install Horizon Client for Windows on…

What is ESXi used for?

The ESXi Server is an advanced, smaller-footprint version of the VMware ESX Server, VMware’s enterprise-level computer virtualization software product. Implemented within the VMware Infrastructure, ESXi can be used to facilitate centralized management for enterprise desktops and data center applications.