Cloud Architecture: Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module General Availability
Introduction
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module is now generally available. This is the latest version of the Exchange Online PowerShell module and provides the most up-to-date management capabilities for Exchange Online customers. This blog post provides an overview of the new module, what it does and how it can help Exchange Online administrators.What is the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module?
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module is a PowerShell module that provides access to Exchange Online functionality. The module provides a set of cmdlets that allow administrators to manage Exchange Online in a consistent manner. The cmdlets are designed to be used in conjunction with Windows PowerShell and the Windows PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE). The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module is available in the Microsoft PowerShell Gallery.What Does the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module Provide?
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides access to a range of Exchange Online features and functions. These include:Mailbox Management
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing mailboxes. This includes cmdlets for creating, managing and deleting mailboxes, as well as cmdlets for managing mailbox properties, mailbox content and mailbox permissions.Address Lists
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing address lists. This includes cmdlets for creating, managing and deleting address lists, as well as cmdlets for managing address list properties.Transport Rules
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing transport rules. This includes cmdlets for creating, managing and deleting transport rules, as well as cmdlets for managing transport rule properties.Distribution Lists
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing distribution lists. This includes cmdlets for creating, managing and deleting distribution lists, as well as cmdlets for managing distribution list properties.Organizational Settings
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing organizational settings. This includes cmdlets for managing global settings, address book policies, retention policies, compliance policies, and organization relationships.Public Folders
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for managing public folders. This includes cmdlets for creating, managing and deleting public folders, as well as cmdlets for managing public folder properties.Reporting
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides cmdlets for generating reports. This includes cmdlets for generating reports on mailbox usage, mailbox permissions, address lists, distribution lists, and transport rules.How to Install the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module?
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module can be installed using the PowerShellGallery. To install the module, open the Windows PowerShell ISE and run the Install-Module cmdlet.Installing the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module
PS C:\> Install-Module -Name ExchangeOnline
How to Connect to Exchange Online with the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module?
Once the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module has been installed, administrators can connect to Exchange Online using the Connect-ExchangeOnline cmdlet. This cmdlet requires the administrator to specify an administrator username and password. Once connected, administrators can run Exchange Online cmdlets.Connecting to Exchange Online
PS C:\> Connect-ExchangeOnline -UserPrincipalName
Conclusion
The Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module provides administrators with access to the latest Exchange Online management capabilities. This includes access to mailbox management, address lists, transport rules, distribution lists, organizational settings, public folders, and reporting. The module is available in the Microsoft PowerShell Gallery and can be installed using the Install-Module cmdlet. Once installed, administrators can connect to Exchange Online using the Connect-ExchangeOnline cmdlet.With the Exchange Online PowerShell V3 module, administrators can easily and effectively manage Exchange Online.
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Exchange Online PowerShell V3 Module General Availability
