Where to start with PowerCLI

Alan Renouf (Virtual-Al), referred to by some as the king of PowerCLI, posted a new article - PowerCLI – Where do I start ?!

Alan suggests that learning PowerShell is as easy as doing a Google search on “Powershell basics”.  PowerCLI requires a bit more effort, but Alan’s post will get you well on your way:

Well first on the list would have to be the book ‘Managing VMware Infrastructure with Windows PowerShell’ by Hal Rottenberg.  Its a great book with loads of examples and Hal has a great way of writing where it keeps you amused whilst still learning.

Secondly there is my blog post which takes it right back to basics and tells you how to install PowerCLI.

Thirdly, there are a number of great PDF files which you can read to help you along your journey, starting from the basics up to the more interesting ones …read the rest of Alan’s post…

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Where to Download PowerShell V2 

Despite the fanfare when PowerShell V2 was released, some effort was required to actually find links to download it. Thankfully John Cook at “The Endeavor” did the work of tracking down all the possible downloads.

Downloads

• XP
• Vista (32 bit, 64 bit)
• Server 2003 (32 bit, 64 bit)
• Server 2008 (32 bit, 64 bit)

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