If you��셶e ever spent a late night staring at a "No Network Adapters Found" error during a VMware installation, you know the specific kind of rage that hardware compatibility issues can induce.
Once the ISO is downloaded, it is typically mapped via the as virtual media. Before proceeding with the installation of ESXi 7.0, it is vital to perform two tasks:
Always cross-check the HPE Support Matrix for your exact server model and firmware before downloading. A 5-minute check today saves 5 hours of disaster recovery tomorrow.
Your HPE FlexibleLOM or PCIe NIC requires a driver not included in that particular custom image build. Try a newer HPE ISO (e.g., Update 3) or inject the driver using VMware PowerCLI.