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This article answers the most common questions about upgrading from VMware vSphere 7 to 8, covering support deadlines, compatibility, features, and hardware requirements.

VMware vSphere 8 compatibility and hardware requirements are outlined in detail, highlighting unsupported components, recommended upgrades, and cost-effective refurbished server options to prepare before vSphere 7 support ends in 2025.

VMware ESXi vSphere 8 Hardware Requirements demand newer CPUs (Intel Skylake or AMD EPYC Naples or later), UEFI boot mode, modern storage and network controllers with native drivers, and certified server models, making it essential to verify compatibility before upgrading.

vSphere 8 Hardware Compatibility requires modern CPUs, sufficient memory, supported storage and network devices, and careful upgrade planning to ensure a smooth transition from vSphere 7 before its support ends in October 2025.

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Refurbished Lenovo ThinkSystem GPU servers with NVIDIA GPUs deliver high performance for AI, HPC, and deep learning at lower cost. Compare SR670 V2, SR650 V2, and SE350 models, and learn what to check before buying.

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