VMware ESXi 6.5
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Dell Version: A02, Build# 5146846
Dell Version: A02, Build# 5146846
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Read MoreVersion
6.5, A02
Release date
09 May 2017
Download Type
CD ISO Images
Category
Enterprise Solutions
Importance
OptionalDell Technologies recommends reviewing this update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that impact only certain configurations or provides new features that may or may not apply to your environment.
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File Format: ISO Image for CD-ROM
File Name: VMware-VMvisor-Installer-6.5.0-5146846.x86_64-Dell_Customized-A02.iso
File Size: 329.77 MB
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Format Description:
This file contains an ISO image used to create a CDROM. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, then create a CD using your preferred CD burning software.
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MD5:
a679651aa07061ec5b00d98c75f44573
SHA1:
7efef76bbf2a5bcf57414c5ecc19f1a7a9a695ab
SHA-256:
ea677967c1588d6979d505db30dade4512ecc0fbc35260e10ac27ce21c0daae8
File Format: Base Drivers for Imaging
File Name: VMware-VMvisor-Installer-6.5.0-5146846.x86_64-Dell_Customized-A02.zip
File Size: 321.56 MB
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MD5:
2a3213997c66a94154303591d0537483
SHA1:
dc5fb8645da0e08ae057a5b4e8cb7db94a041124
SHA-256:
d6a28c440df03c7654caad1ef843c974ce4fb619c220dc142038df41476c0571
File Format: External release notes
File Name: ESXi_6 5-ReleaseNotes-Dell-A02.txt
File Size: 782 Bytes
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MD5:
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SHA1:
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SHA-256:
b0a51aea6e92bf3c6db27779a37725becda52bab9afef7bc187f4b98d246f8a4
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Important Information
Dell highly recommends applying this update as soon as possible. The update contains changes to improve the reliability and availability of your Dell system For Dell Support documentation on VMware ESX/ESXi , refer http://www.dell.com/virtualizationsolutions
The Dell Customized VMware ESXi image does not include Dell OpenManage Server Administrator. For detailed instructions to install and use Dell OpenManage Server Administrator, see the Dell OpenManage documentation at http://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals
This image is customized by Dell which includes updated driver versions. Dell also modifies the below files as part of customization.
etc/vmware/oem.xml
etc/vmware/support
The drivers included in this ESXi image by Dell as part of the customization process are:-
Broadcom Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
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cnic-register - 1.713.10.v60.1
bnx2 - 2.2.6a.v60.4
bnx2x - 2.713.10.v60.4
cnic - 2.713.10.v60.5
bnx2fc - 1.713.10.v60.4
bnx2i - 2.713.10.v60.3
bnxtnet - 20.2.16.0
Qlogic Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
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qlnativefc - 2.1.43.0
qla4xxx - 644.55.37.0
qlcnic - 6.1.191
Intel Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
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igb - 5.3.2
ixgbe - 4.4.1
i40e - 1.4.28
Emulex Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
================================
be2iscsi - 11.0.231.0
Dell PERC Controller Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
============================================
megaraid_sas - 6.805.56.00
NOTE: The list of files appended/modified/customized by Dell may change during a later release
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Dell's Important Policy Statement on virtual SAN support and certification.
1. Always consult the VMware Compatibility Guide (VCG) for Virtual SAN (VSAN) certification information.
a. Dell and VMware only support Servers, HBA controllers, backplane extenders and drives that are listed in the VCG for the particular version of VSAN you are running.
b. Dell only supports Dell branded Ready Nodes, Dell platforms and Dell components as listed in the VSAN VCG.
2. Dell Strongly recommends using the Dell certified Ready Node configurations, which are validated to provide predictable scalability and performance for your virtual SAN components.
3. Dell will also support build your own VSAN configurations if they are built from Dell branded VSAN certified components.
a. This is an important distinction. For example:Dell does not support VSAN configurations build from off the shelf drives obtained from other channels, even though those drives may be listed in the VCG. Dell only supports Dell branded drives which are listed under the Partner name "Dell" in the VCG. This ensures you are using the Dell validated drives and firmware versions.
4. Dell and VMware support the exact controller driver and firmware versions listed in the VCG.
5. For drives, Dell and VMware support the firmware versions listed in the VCG and later versions. Please consult the Dell support site for the latest recommendations on the minimum firmware required for drives.
The Dell Customized VMware ESXi image does not include Dell OpenManage Server Administrator. For detailed instructions to install and use Dell OpenManage Server Administrator, see the Dell OpenManage documentation at http://www.dell.com/openmanagemanuals
This image is customized by Dell which includes updated driver versions. Dell also modifies the below files as part of customization.
etc/vmware/oem.xml
etc/vmware/support
The drivers included in this ESXi image by Dell as part of the customization process are:-
Broadcom Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
======================================
cnic-register - 1.713.10.v60.1
bnx2 - 2.2.6a.v60.4
bnx2x - 2.713.10.v60.4
cnic - 2.713.10.v60.5
bnx2fc - 1.713.10.v60.4
bnx2i - 2.713.10.v60.3
bnxtnet - 20.2.16.0
Qlogic Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
====================================
qlnativefc - 2.1.43.0
qla4xxx - 644.55.37.0
qlcnic - 6.1.191
Intel Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
================================
igb - 5.3.2
ixgbe - 4.4.1
i40e - 1.4.28
Emulex Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
================================
be2iscsi - 11.0.231.0
Dell PERC Controller Drivers(Available at vmware.com)
============================================
megaraid_sas - 6.805.56.00
NOTE: The list of files appended/modified/customized by Dell may change during a later release
***************************************************************************************************************************
Dell's Important Policy Statement on virtual SAN support and certification.
1. Always consult the VMware Compatibility Guide (VCG) for Virtual SAN (VSAN) certification information.
a. Dell and VMware only support Servers, HBA controllers, backplane extenders and drives that are listed in the VCG for the particular version of VSAN you are running.
b. Dell only supports Dell branded Ready Nodes, Dell platforms and Dell components as listed in the VSAN VCG.
2. Dell Strongly recommends using the Dell certified Ready Node configurations, which are validated to provide predictable scalability and performance for your virtual SAN components.
3. Dell will also support build your own VSAN configurations if they are built from Dell branded VSAN certified components.
a. This is an important distinction. For example:Dell does not support VSAN configurations build from off the shelf drives obtained from other channels, even though those drives may be listed in the VCG. Dell only supports Dell branded drives which are listed under the Partner name "Dell" in the VCG. This ensures you are using the Dell validated drives and firmware versions.
4. Dell and VMware support the exact controller driver and firmware versions listed in the VCG.
5. For drives, Dell and VMware support the firmware versions listed in the VCG and later versions. Please consult the Dell support site for the latest recommendations on the minimum firmware required for drives.
Supported Operating Systems
VMware ESXi 6.5
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Applies to
vSphere Hypervisor 6.5
Installation instructions
Download:
1. Click Download now, to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save this program to disk and click OK. The Save In window appears.
3. From the Save In drop-down menu, click to select Desktop and then click Save. The file will download to your desktop.
4. If a Download Complete window appears, click Close. A new icon appears on your desktop.
Installation:
To install VMware ESXi with this downloaded .ISO file using CD-ROM method, you need a CD-R or CD-RW and appropriate software to create a CD. Follow your CD writing software vendor's instructions to create a CD.
For additional install instructions, refer Installation/Deployment guides available at
https://www.vmware.com/support/pubs/vsphere-esxi-vcenter-server-pubs.html
http://www.dell.com/virtualizationsolutions
1. Click Download now, to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save this program to disk and click OK. The Save In window appears.
3. From the Save In drop-down menu, click to select Desktop and then click Save. The file will download to your desktop.
4. If a Download Complete window appears, click Close. A new icon appears on your desktop.
Installation:
To install VMware ESXi with this downloaded .ISO file using CD-ROM method, you need a CD-R or CD-RW and appropriate software to create a CD. Follow your CD writing software vendor's instructions to create a CD.
For additional install instructions, refer Installation/Deployment guides available at
https://www.vmware.com/support/pubs/vsphere-esxi-vcenter-server-pubs.html
http://www.dell.com/virtualizationsolutions
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