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VMware ESXi — Default Password

Default username and password for the VMware ESXi: root / (blank). Learn how to log in and how to change the default credentials.

root password is set during installation; no fixed default.

UsernamePasswordAccessNotes
root
(blank / none)
Web UIBlank/undefined until set at install; configured via DCUI.
Source
vendor manual

Responsible use

This database lists publicly documented default credentials so administrators can find and change them. Only use these on systems you own or are authorized to test.

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