Hi,
You can enable the ESXi local shell through the DCUI Interface.
Use the direct console user interface to enable the ESXi Shell:
- From the Direct Console User Interface, press F2 to access the System Customization menu.
- Select Troubleshooting Options and press Enter.
- From the Troubleshooting Mode Options menu, select Enable ESXi Shell.
Enable ESXi Shell
Enable SSH - Press Enter to enable the service.
Then prompt ALT+ F1
regards,
Julien