(export as OVF with embedded VMDK):
scp root@esxi-ip:/vmfs/volumes/Datastore1/VMname/VMname-flat.vmdk /local/path/ : Connect with SCP protocol → browse /vmfs/volumes/ → copy VMDK files.
(if not already): Host → Services → TSM-SSH → Start.
: ESXi SCP performance is moderate; not resumeable. 4.4 Using PowerCLI (Scripted) Best for : Automation or batch downloads.