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3 HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell cmdlets

Table 1 provides a list and brief description of all the HPiLOCmdlets for Windows PowerShell.

Cmdlet Help

The HPiLOCmdlets are supported by help, which is used in the same way as other PowerShell cmdlets. To display a complete list of the HPiLOCmdlets in PowerShell, type:

help *hpilo*

NOTE: You can also use the following command to display the HP iLO Cmdlets:

Get-Command –Module HPiLOCmdlets

To display complete help for a specific cmdlet, type:

help <cmdlet> -Full

where <cmdlet> is the name of the HP iLO Cmdlet.

The HP iLO Cmdlets support the PowerShell Update-Helpfeature. When you execute this command, it accesses an HP website, gets the most current help file(s), and puts them in the correct location on your system.

Table 1 HP iLO Cmdlets for Windows PowerShell

Cmdlet

Description

Add-HPiLOSSORecord

Add a new HP SIM Single Sign-On (SSO) Server Record

Add-HPiLOUser

Adds a local user account to the iLO

Clear-HPiLOAHSData

Clear the AHS information from the AHS logs

Clear-HPiLOEventLog

Clear the iLO event logs

Clear-HPiLOIML

Clear the Integrated Management Logs

Clear-HPiLOPowerOnTime

Clears the virtual clock counter without power-cycling the server

Disable-HPiLOERSIRSConnection

Disables Insight Remote Support functionality and unregisters the server

Disable-HPiLOSecurityMessage

Disables the display of security text message in the iLO Login Banner

Dismount-HPiLOVirtualMedia

Dismounts the Virtual Media image if one is mounted.

Enable-HPiLOFIPS

Enables the Federal Information Processing Standard Enforce AES/3DES

 

Encryption setting

Enable-HPiLOERSIRSConnection

Connect to the Insight Remote Support server, and register the server

Enable-HPiLOSecurityMessage

Enables the security text message in the iLO Login Banner

Find-HPiLO

Find list of iLO in a specified subnet

Get-HPiLOAHSStatus

Gets the AHS status

Get-HPiLOAssetTag

Gets the Asset tag

Get-HPiLOCertificateSigningRequest

Gets the Certificate Signing Request status

Get-HPiLODefaultLanguage

Gets the default language on iLO

Get-HPiLODirectory

Gets the current directory configuration

Get-HPiLODriveInfo

Gets the drive details for the server

Get-HPiLOERSSetting

Gets the Integrated Remote Support setting

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Contents HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell User Guide Acknowledgments Contents Windows PowerShell Introduction to HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShellFeatures Supported operating systems InstallationInstalling HP iLO Cmdlets for Windows PowerShell System prerequisitesClick Start and select Run Uninstalling HP iLO Cmdlets for Windows PowerShellCmdlet Help HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell cmdletsGets the current Enforce AES/3DES Encryption status Obtain more precise and complete asset data Post IPv6 supportUsing the Find-HPiLOcmdlet PowerShell script Piping output from one command to anotherGuid Using iLO cmdlets on multiple targets Using the Update-HPiLOFirmware cmdletHostname Input2.csv Server 192.168.1.1 Log processing examples PowerShell script Return objects and error handling Script writing methodology General issues TroubleshootingContacting HP Support and other resourcesSupport Information Windows PowerShell resources Documentation feedback Index

Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell specifications

HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell is a powerful suite designed to enhance the management and automation of HP devices and services within a Windows environment. With a robust approach to system administration, it allows IT professionals and system administrators to streamline their workflows, manage resources more effectively, and reduce manual interventions.

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In conclusion, HP Scripting Tools for Windows PowerShell is an invaluable asset for organizations utilizing HP devices, offering essential features to automate management tasks, enhance operational efficiency, and optimize resource utilization. With its powerful cmdlets and seamless integration into PowerShell, it empowers IT professionals to take full control of their HP equipment in a more productive and efficient manner.