Upload the driver Offline Bundle ( .zip file) to a datastore on your host. Put the host into . Enable SSH and connect to the host.
How to Use an ESX / ESXi Driver CD for Custom Installations
You need to update a critical driver (like a storage HBA or 10GbE network card) on an existing host. Esx Driver Cd
If your ESXi host is already installed and you just need to add a driver for a new expansion card:
Follow the prompts until you reach the screen where you select a disk or need network access. Upload the driver Offline Bundle (
If you are installing VMware ESX or ESXi on a server with newer hardware, you might run into issues where the default installer cannot detect your network cards (NICs) or storage controllers. This usually means you need to provide a (or driver disk image) during or after the installation process.
The installer cannot find any local disks to install the hypervisor on. How to Use an ESX / ESXi Driver
If your device is not recognized, press (or follow the on-screen prompt for advanced options) to specify boot options, or look for the prompt to add a driver.