Whether you use or patch standalone hosts .
Check the iLO storage health status immediately following an ESXi reboot. Post-update protocol
Download the .iso file for clean installations or the .zip (Offline Bundle) for patching upgrades. Step-by-Step: How to Patch an HPE ESXi Host Correctly hpe custom image for esxi patched
Comprehensive Guide to Patching HPE Custom Images for VMware ESXi
The HPE Custom Image for ESXi solves this problem by bundling VMware’s base operating system with HPE’s Hewlett Packard Enterprise Customization layer. This layer includes optimized drivers, management agents, and providers. Whether you use or patch standalone hosts
HPE Support often requires the custom image to be installed to honor software and hardware troubleshooting agreements. Understanding "Patched" HPE Custom Images
Here are the two safest methods to patch your HPE ESXi hosts. Step-by-Step: How to Patch an HPE ESXi Host
# Connect to the HPE depot Add-EsxSoftwareDepot HPE-ESXi-8.0U3-24022510-offline-bundle.zip Add-EsxSoftwareDepot VMware-ESXi-8.0U3-24585291-offline-bundle.zip