How to export User Lists from AD Server with PowerShell Magic

Introduction

This guide helps system administrators handle user data in an Active Directory (AD) Server. It explains how to use PowerShell to export user lists from the AD Server in a simple step-by-step process. With PowerShell cmdlets, administrators can easily get, filter, and export user information without using additional software.

Pre-requisites

Before embarking on the user list export journey, ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the Active Directory and execute PowerShell commands. Additionally, confirm that PowerShell is installed on your system.

How to Install PowerShell on a Windows Server

If you don't have PowerShell installed in your system just follow the below steps and install Powershell features.

1. Open the "Server Manager" on your Windows Server.
2. In the Server Manager dashboard, locate and click "Add roles and features."
3. In the "Add Roles and Features" Wizard, click "Next" until you reach the "Select features" page.
4. Scroll down and find "Windows PowerShell" under the "Features" section.
5. Check the box next to "Windows PowerShell" to select it.
6. Continue clicking "Next" until you reach the "Install" button.
7. Click "Install" to start the installation process.
8. Once the installation is complete, you'll see a confirmation message.
9. You can now access PowerShell by searching for it in the Start menu or launching it from the taskbar.

Step to export user list and understand the command line

Now we are going to know how to export the AD user list from the domain server and understand the command line of Powershell

Understanding Command Line

The key to unlocking your user list lies in two powerful PowerShell cmdlets:

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