: Always ensure you are downloading the "Base Image" if you are performing a fresh installation. In the Palo Alto Support Portal , look specifically for the PAN-OS for VM-Series Base Images section to find the correct .ova file.
This article outlines what this file is, its key requirements, and a step-by-step guide to deploying it within your virtual environment. Pa-vm-esx-10.1.0.ova
This identifies the hypervisor compatibility. It is specifically optimized for VMware’s VMXNET3 network drivers and management stack. Key Deployment Facts: Resources: : Always ensure you are downloading the "Base