The minimum ESXi version required to run vMX 17.1R1.8 is (if you are using high-bandwidth performance mode) or ESXi 6.0/5.5 for low-bandwidth lite mode.
The .tgz extension means it is a compressed tarball archive. Package Contents download vmx-bundle 17.1r1.8.tgz
EVE-NG is a popular platform for this vMX version. The process involves preparing the image folder correctly. The minimum ESXi version required to run vMX 17
: Early "R1" releases often have minor CLI display bugs or issues with specific logical interface (unit) behaviors. Important Note on Downloading The process involves preparing the image folder correctly
Access to the vMX bundle requires a valid Juniper Care support contract or an authorized trial license.
Juniper publishes for vMX 17.1R1.8, which serve as the official “paper” describing:
: Navigate to the config directory and modify the vmx.conf file to define your interfaces, CPU pinning, and memory allocation.