Lost Your ESXi 6.5 Root Password? Here's How to Reset It

By Admin
April 22, 2024
3 min read

Resetting ESXi 6.5 Root Password

If you have forgotten your ESXi 6.5 root password, don't panic. There are several ways to reset it, but one of the most common methods involves using the ESXi installer DVD or ISO image.

  1. First, boot your server from the ESXi installer DVD or ISO image.
  2. When the installer loads, select 'ESXi-5.x Installation' and press 'Shift+O'.
  3. At the boot options prompt, type 'recover' and press Enter.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set a new password for the root account.

Once you have reset the root password, reboot your server and you should be able to log in with the new password.

It's important to note that resetting the root password on ESXi 6.5 should only be done if absolutely necessary and with the proper authorization.

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