Starting March 24, 2025, there will be an important change to how you download VMware software binaries (including updates/patches) for VCF, vCenter, ESX, and vSAN File Services. This update streamlines access and aligns with current industry best practices.
Software binaries will be downloaded from a single download site, and downloads will require authorization via a unique token as part of a new download verification process. This will impact how you download binaries. Current download URLs will continue to work until April 23, 2025.
You will need to obtain your unique “download token,” review the technical documentation, and update in-product URLs. If you have any custom scripts, you will need to update the URLs according to the guidance provided in the KB articles.
Refer to the blog and KB articles with detailed instructions. If you run into issues implementing the steps in the KB, please reach out to our global support team.
Please feel free to share this information with the appropriate person, such as the site administrator, in your organization managing the VMware software downloads.