This is common with mismatched SSL certificates on older versions. To resolve this:
: Some users report needing the Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable (x86) to resolve library errors. Critical Limitations vmware vsphere client 5.5 download windows 10 64 bit
You can find the client within the product download sections of the Broadcom Support Portal (which now hosts VMware assets) or the Product Evaluation Center . You will likely need a free registered account to access these. This is common with mismatched SSL certificates on
A common question we receive is:
This happens because the installer queries Windows version numbers (Windows 6.1 = Win7, Windows 6.2 = Win8). Windows 10 reports version 10.0, which the old installer rejects. You will likely need a free registered account
: If the installer blocks you, run it from an elevated command prompt with the following flag: VMware-viclient-all-5.5.0-xxxxxx.exe /VSKIP_OS_CHECKS="1" . Known Issues & Fixes
