VMware ESXi 6.5 License

As an IT professional, you may have encountered issues with licensing your VMware ESXi 6.5 host. In this article, we will provide a detailed guide on how to obtain and manage your VMware ESXi 6.5 license key.

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Licensing VMware ESXi 6.5

To license your vSphere ESXi 7.0 or later host, you can use the VMware ESXi Client or the Host Client. Simply enter the host's IP address into a supported browser and click Search to access the licensing options.

Renewing a Free License for VMware ESXi 6.5 after Power Failure

I recently experienced a power failure on my lab server running VMware ESXi 6.5.0, which has been running for over three years. After restarting the server, I found that my free license had expired. To renew the license, you can follow these steps:

1. Log in to the ESX/ESXi host using your credentials.

2. Select View Support Information from the direct console.

3. Click on the Licensing tab and click on the + button to add a new license.

4. Enter your VMware ESXi 6.5 license key in the format XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX.

In this article, we covered how to obtain and manage your VMware ESXi 6.5 license key. We also discussed best practices for password management and renewing a free license after a power failure. By following these steps, you can ensure that your VMware ESXi 6.5 host is properly licensed and running smoothly.

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