esxi/patch-map

Set the ESXi software install acceptance level.

This Param allows an operator to create a list of VMware ESXi patches by Build Number mapped to the locations of the patch. An operator specifies which patch to apply to a system with the esxi/patches-to-apply Param which is a Build Number reference in to this data structure.

NOTES:

  • "build-number" - referes to the VMware build number assigned to the patch release
  • "filename" - used if the "location" is not set, then esxi/patch-mirror plus this value is used
  • "reboot-required" - specify if this patch requires a reboot of the system
  • "checksum" - specify the checksump type (md5, sha1, or sha254), and value of the checksum type
  • "location" - if this patch not located at esxi/patch-mirror location, specify alternate location (filename will be appended)
  • "reference-url" - reference documentation and/or download url to get more inforamtion about the patch

The VMware website to search for patches is located at: * https://my.vmware.com/group/vmware/patch#search

Most patches download URLs will be found via the Patch Search link above. Do to how VMware stages patch updates for download on their website, it is not possible to provide a direct download reference link.